Tiger – Polly Clark

When I started the epic journey that is Tiger, I had no idea what to expect. Like one of the book’s central characters, primatologist Freida, I have always admired tigers, but in quite a one dimensional way - thinking of them primarily as instinctive, violent, powerful creatures - not necessarily qualities I’d have seen lending … Continue reading Tiger – Polly Clark →

You, Me and the Movies – Fiona Collins

Welcome to my stop on the blog tour for You, Me and the Movies, by Fiona Collins - the perfect read for all film buffs! When we first meet Arden Hall, she is living a shell of her former existence, having had most of her life, relationships and sense of self chipped away at through … Continue reading You, Me and the Movies – Fiona Collins →

The Flatshare – Beth O’Leary

So here’s the scenario: you’ve just broken up with your boyfriend, you’re still hung up on him, but know that for your sanity you need to move out of his flat as soon as you can. But... the problem is you’re completely broke and can’t afford any decent renting options. This is the situation Tiffy … Continue reading The Flatshare – Beth O’Leary →

The Dollmaker – Nina Allan

I can safely say that I have never read a book quite like this one, and don’t think I will again! It was a book that challenged me, unsettled me, intrigued me - and, by the end, had completely enchanted me. The main narrative thread follows Andrew and Bramber, who meet through a shared love … Continue reading The Dollmaker – Nina Allan →

Finding Dorothy – Elizabeth Letts

This richly imagined novel tells the story behind The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the book that inspired the iconic film, through the eyes of author L. Frank Baum’s intrepid wife, Maud. Hollywood, 1938: As soon as she learns that M-G-M is adapting her late husband’s masterpiece, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, for the screen, Maud … Continue reading Finding Dorothy – Elizabeth Letts →

The Woman Who Wanted More – Vicky Zimmerman

First thing's first, I simply adored this book. One piece of advice though: make sure you're not hungry when you read it - it's full of delicious descriptions of food! Kate Parker is approaching her 40th birthday, when a big surprise turns her stable, planned-out life upside down. To keep herself busy, Kate starts volunteering … Continue reading The Woman Who Wanted More – Vicky Zimmerman →