My Review: For my copy of this book I say a big thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:Polly is endeavouring to follow her dreamsLeaving teaching in school, for her dream job it seems.However, nothing is quite how it purports to beWith a change in role and an ex colleague to see!

My Review: For my copy of this book, I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:Kitty is celebrating her 50th birthday following her dreamsNewly divorced she can do what she seems!Visiting India was always high on that listAnd this is an opportunity not to be missed!A chance encounter whilst staying there…

Val Costa Book 4 My Review: For my copy of this book I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:This is a seriously stressful crime thrillerInvolving Val Costa and a serial killer.She'd been rescued from him some time gone byBut getting her now he seems determined to try.With notes left showing the Bear's somewhere near…

My Review: For my copy of this book I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review.So good to return to Glenbriar once moreTo reconnect with characters who I've come to adore.This time it is Scarlett Finch who is returning to stayAfter so many things didn't go her way.She went for a walk and was shocked to discover…

A Mercy McCarthy Mystery Book 4 My Review: For my copy of this book I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:Hickory, dickory dockThere's murder on the clockThe clock repairer's body spiedHas he survived or died?Hickory, dickory dock!When Mercy took her beloved mother's watch in to be mended…

My Review: For my copy of this fabulous read I say a huge thank you As I share with you this, my honest review:A dream role as Head of a prestigious schoolProves not to be quite so cool When her marriage ends after a shocking discovery Rowan escapes hoping for a speedy recovery. Returning to her childhood town once more…

My Review: For my copy of this book I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:In this series set in wartime England, this is the third book,I've enjoyed all three and hope you'll give them all a look!The Secret Detective Agency works for the government in all they doWith a feisty female protagonist and two unlikely allies, too!

My Review: For my copy of this book I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review. What a heartwarming, festive readJust the kind I enjoy and need!Georgine’s life has hit an all time lowBut she’s determined that upwards is where it will go!She’s organising the Christmas show at the local school…

Title: The Devil Comes Calling Series: Detective Honeywell #3 Author: Annette Dashofy Publisher: Harper Collins, One More Chapter Published: November 7th, 2025 My Review: For my copy of this book I say a big thank youAs I share with you this my honest review. This is a crime thriller with an unexpected twistI thoroughly enjoyed it, though the earlier books I’ve missed.

My Review: For my copy of this brilliant read I say a huge thank you As I share with you here my honest review. So good to visit Pelican Crossing once moreTo catch up with familiar characters and meet some more. Returning feels like visiting close friends Ones with whom it’s a delight my time to spend. Lou Chalmers is living her dream…

My Review: For my copy of this fab read I say a huge thank you As I share with you this, my honest review:Her recent divorce, her life full of changes,She needs a fresh start as her life rearranges. She signs up to join a local art class 🎨🖌️🖼️Meeting there ladies who are full of sass!Invited to join some of the group travelling to Santorini 🇬🇷

My Review: Although this starts with a potential tragedy, Things work out well, as readers will see.The untimely death of her husband and his wakeAre the instigation of huge changes Jen's life will take.From the outside, all looked well with Jen's lifeFew were aware of her troubles and strife.Their twin teens were aware of her husband's ways…

My Review: Focusing on work till her life fell apart,Divorcing, collapsing, Sara needs a fresh start. Thinking a break at a five star spa would be greatShe books a month, what a twist of fate!Arriving in Norway 🇳🇴 she’s shocked to discover The Firefly resort is definitely something other!No luxurious accommodation, alcohol or chocolate treatsInstead there are only tasty vegan food there to eat.

My Review: Wedding plans, health worries, too,Changes in just what to do!As Hallowe’en is chosen for the big dayAnd a venue where ghosts may stay!The Little Duck Pond crew will do their bestAnd other friends help with the restBut when things happen that are getting strangerAre they all safe or are they in danger?

My Review: What a beautiful, heartwarming festive readJust the kind that I always need!With great characters, surprises and chancesAlong with a fabulous romance!A stranger arrives at Ivy's door, asking for aid,She shocks herself as plans are made.Why does she really want to help him now?Could they have a connection somehow?Snow, friendships - and nosey villagers, too,

Synopsis: In the spirit of Practical Magic and First Frost, a modern-day magic folk tale weaves a fantasy of love, secrets, spellbooks, and family bonds into evocative prose .... It's common knowledge in Duran Hill that some women in the Kinley family have certain gifts ... and certain curses ... running through their bloodlines. But for three sisters in all but name — Rachel, Juliette, and their cousin Sylvia — the ties that bind them close as ivy throughout their childhood are pulled apart in adolescence when both the gift and curse of that power is revealed between them.

My Review: A trip to New York could a dreamBut for these two, not all is as it might seem.He's endeavouring to hide away for a whileWhilst she's been invited to live in style.An airport encounter, an unexpected rescueA PR opportunity to make her dreams come true.But notoriety makes them both feel shyEven though romantic sparks may fly.

My Review: What a fun children's bookDefinitely worth taking more than a look!With jokes and much moreIt's a great read to explore!When her Mum spots an ad for an unusual petYasmin's Mum decides that's what she'll get.She didn't anticipate just what it would beAnd a vampire was a shock, I'm sure you'd agree!

Escape to Holly Berry Lodge in the Scottish Highlands. Join Mairi Fraser for the festive season, curl up next to a cosy fireplace with a warm mug of hot chocolate. And get ready to meet the one that got away…. My Review: What a heartwarming festive read this proved to beWith a second chance romance, snow and secret mystery.

My Review: What a fun collection of things to shareWith little ones for whom you care!It includes new versions of familiar nursery rhymes,Adventures, jokes and fun ways to share the time.There are travellers telling jokes galoreAnimals to greet and so much more.A delightful read to share and exploreJust the kind of book that I adore!

My Review: Whilst the third in a series, this works alone, too,Involving a knight and what he must do.As punishment he's been sent to Pwll Du CastleTo remove Lady Catrin - it shouldn't be too much hassle!However it seems the castle is under attackAnd true warriors is something the inhabitants lack.Sir Tristan can't resist fighting on her side…

My Review: What an absolutely charming, delightful historical romance this proved to be-With great characters, intrigue and mystery!Hattie Potts grew up in an orphanage after her mother diedWith two friends, they've faced the world side by side.Hattie travels to the Duke of Wimberley's household whereAs a governess, his daughter she'll take care.But history surrounding his wife's demise…

My Review Plots and schemes,Nightmarish dreams,Panic and plague,Will mistakes be made?A death, a kidnapping, threats, too,Elixirs, bribes and monks in view. Murders made to look like plague Who is responsible for the plans being made?A coroner murdered, an investigation startsWith Sir Ralph de Mandeville playing a leading part. Will he recognise the plague is fake?

My Review: Synopsis: As snow falls over Micklewick Bay, Lark Harker is preparing for the busy festive season at her vintage clothing boutique, creating enchanting window displays of sequinned dresses and crafting handmade Christmas decorations from shimmering silk ribbon. But her festive preparations are put on hold when Nate Wilkinson arrives at her cottage door. The owner of a local upcycling business, Nate asks for her help clearing out the long-abandoned Crayke’s Cottage – a place locals whisper is cursed and haunted by its smuggling past.

My Review: The return of a small box is the start of this bookTriggering an adventure, and giving family history a look.The box contains a photograph, the Norwegian crest and a ringCharlotte has no idea what surprises investigating its origins will bring!A fascinating read filled with family dramas now and from the pastWhere secrets are revealed, causing changes that will last.