I’ve had the honour of reading fifty-three books in 2021. Truly a record for me. Now I have to decide the most enjoyable one of the year, and what comes a close second and third There are some stand-out stories, and some I’ve not liked as much. There are long books and short ones, exciting,… Continue reading Best Book of the Year
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Christmas in the Scottish Highlands by Donna Ashcroft
This is my last review of 2021, and the last book I've completed. See my year in books here. Many years ago I used to watch TV soaps. I loved the gossip and a glimpse into people’s everyday lives. Whose marriage was in trouble? Who had mischievous teenagers? And more controversially, which neighbours were having… Continue reading Christmas in the Scottish Highlands by Donna Ashcroft
Cult of Dracula, #2, by Rich Davis
Karen’s Magic Review I had to reread the first book to remind myself of the story as this is a continuation. Second time around, I found that I picked up on things I missed the first time. The good thing about a recap is that it’s easy to flick back. After my refresher, it seems… Continue reading Cult of Dracula, #2, by Rich Davis
A Different Kind of Christmas Story, Below Torrential Hill, a review
Karen’s Review A winner of the Electric Electra Books Novella Competition 2020, I had this on pre-order and hadn’t realised it was a Christmas story. It's a very deep, thought-provoking tale about 16-year-old Tristan and his family, and all set over the Christmas period. It takes you on an unusual journey with a comet blazing… Continue reading A Different Kind of Christmas Story, Below Torrential Hill, a review
A Different Kind of Christmas Story, Below Torrential Hill, a review
Karen’s Magic Review A winner of the Electric Electra Books Novella Competition 2020, I had this on pre-order and hadn’t realised it was a Christmas story. It's a very deep, thought-provoking tale about 16-year-old Tristan and his family, and all set over the Christmas period. It takes you on an unusual journey with a comet… Continue reading A Different Kind of Christmas Story, Below Torrential Hill, a review
A Partner in Crime by Tony McManus
Karen’s Magic Review I had forgotten how good short stories are. They really aren’t given enough credit. Partners in Crime is just 20 pages long. A neat short-to-the-point read. When done well like this one, it's very satisfying. I was always taught to write about what you know, and I know the author lives in… Continue reading A Partner in Crime by Tony McManus
Dare you go down to the Basement?
I’ve never been a horror lover, and have known about this book for a while. When it came on offer, I couldn’t resist downloading it. At a hundred pages long, it was worth taking a chance. Even if it was too horrific, silly, or gory, I could at least say I had read it. Surprisingly,… Continue reading Dare you go down to the Basement?
A War Time Story to Tear Up Your Heart. The Girls In The Attic by Marius Gabriel
Julie Northup, my friend and colleague at Norns Triad Publishing, one day said she was going off to read. I asked what she was reading and she replied The Girls in The Attic. I remembered a book from many years ago called Flowers in the Attic and thought it may have been connected. ‘No,’ she… Continue reading A War Time Story to Tear Up Your Heart. The Girls In The Attic by Marius Gabriel
Crimson Frost by JP McLean
This came as a free Christmas gift in the author's newsletter. She often sends short stories for her subscribers, all with beautiful covers. It’s a great bonus to receive them. So when this came I assumed it was another short story, and looked forward to reading it, which I did almost immediately. It soon became… Continue reading Crimson Frost by JP McLean
Bloodmark by JP McLean, a Review
Karen's Review I have been looking forward to reading this book, having loved The Gift Legacy Series. This is a brand new series from JP McLean, and a great start with an imaginative tale.What surprised me is how the author managed to change her writing style. Not once did I think I was reading a… Continue reading Bloodmark by JP McLean, a Review
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