Nora Roberts is a a prolific writer and has 225 novels to her name. She has an exceptional ability to blend romance, mystery, and adventure. Her stories feature strong, independent heroines and irresistible heroes, creating a perfect balance of passion and intrigue. Nora is probably one of the few authors I’ve read more than once.… Continue reading Salute to Author Nora Roberts
Category: Famous Authors
Karen’s Chat on Favourite Things
I was asked recently which book is my favourite from those I’ve written. As I thought about it, I realised it’s always the one I’m working on. At this moment in time I’m working on the final edits of Play the Game, which I hope will be out by the time you read this. It… Continue reading Karen’s Chat on Favourite Things
My Review – A Thousand Splendid Sons by Khalid Hosseini
Trearddur Bay WI has started a Book Club, and of course I had to join. At our branch meeting in April, I was given a copy of A Thousand Splendid Suns in paperback from the local library. It’s completely different from anything I’ve read before or would choose to read. The story spans the years… Continue reading My Review – A Thousand Splendid Sons by Khalid Hosseini
My Review – Cut and Thirst by Margaret Attwood
This came in an email from Amazon with a few other books where I could choose one for free. I chose this because I like the author and I loved The Handmaid’s Tale. That means I didn’t read the description and so didn’t know what this story was about. It started with three women, friends,… Continue reading My Review – Cut and Thirst by Margaret Attwood
Karen’s Chat on a Buying Expensive Books
I’ve been reading the Cormoran Strike books by Robert Galbraith. Having watched and enjoyed the Tv series staring Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger, I wanted more. For Christmas in 2022, I was bought the paperback of the first book, The Cuckoo Calling. At over 500 pages it was too difficult to hold. The Kindle copy was £4.10,… Continue reading Karen’s Chat on a Buying Expensive Books
My Review – The Running Grave by Robert Galbraith
This is book seven in the series and I’ve read them all. I’d heard it described as the best yet, but that's always a matter of opinion. It took me fifteen days to read the almost 1000 pages. Taking on a new case, you already knew Robin would go into a church cult. The thought… Continue reading My Review – The Running Grave by Robert Galbraith
Salute to Author Nicholas Sparks
Nicholas Sparks is a master of emotional storytelling. This American author, has captured the hearts of readers around the world with his emotionally charged and heart pumping novels. Although, I haven’t read that many of his books, it’s something I should rectify. I do know that if I want a great read, I’ll get one… Continue reading Salute to Author Nicholas Sparks
Salute to Writer P. D James
P.D. James, was born on this day in 1920. P. D. Stands for Phyllis Dorothy, and she was an acclaimed British author known for her crime fiction genre. She passed away on November 27, 2014, and left behind a legacy of captivating mysteries. I’ve never read any of her work, but was a big fan… Continue reading Salute to Writer P. D James
Salute to Writer J. K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling, was born on this day in 1965 in Yale, Gloucestershire. J. K. stands for Joanne Kathleen. She is a renowned British author best known for her immensely popular Harry Potter series. Rowling's storytelling combined with her ability to craft intricate plots and develop vivid characters, captured the imagination of readers of all ages.… Continue reading Salute to Writer J. K. Rowling
My Review of Troubled Blood by Robert Galbraith
This is book five of the Cormoran Strike series. I’ve enjoyed them, but this is by far the biggest book I’ve ever read, I really enjoyed the story line, and the intricate details that brought it alive. The descriptions put me beside the characters and made me feel I was there too. I’ve never known… Continue reading My Review of Troubled Blood by Robert Galbraith
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