It’s spring time here in the UK. The weather is still a little chilly at times and we are having plenty of April showers but there is also warm sunshine … Continue reading Gardeners’ World
A Very Irish Mystery by Verity Bright
A Lady Eleanor Swift Mystery Book 25. About the book Lady Eleanor Swift is having a grand time cosying up with her husband in Dublin’s traditional pubs, eating their fill … Continue reading A Very Irish Mystery by Verity Bright
Looking for Alaska by John Green
My thoughts This was a book club choice and I was intrigued right from the beginning. Looking for Alaska is the debut novel from the author who literally had me … Continue reading Looking for Alaska by John Green
Murder in a Cornish Teashop by Fliss Chester
I am delighted to be back on board the #BooksOnTour with the latest cosy crime novel to be published Bookouture. This time we are travelling to modern day Cornwall where … Continue reading Murder in a Cornish Teashop by Fliss Chester
The House of Fallen Sisters by Louise Hare
Historical Fiction Description From the brothels of Covent Garden to the oppressive society of the eighteenth century, discover the enthralling historical masterpiece from Louise Hare. ‘The sharp-witted, courageous heroine is … Continue reading The House of Fallen Sisters by Louise Hare
At Bertram’s Hotel by Agatha Christie
I’m glad to be leaving here,’ said Miss Marple. She gave a little shiver. ‘Before anything happens.’ Chief-Inspector Davy looked at her curiously. ‘What do you expect to happen?’ he … Continue reading At Bertram’s Hotel by Agatha Christie
The Last Dinner at Wisteria House by Sue Roberts
Today I am delighted to be taking part in the Bookouture Books-On-Tour blog tour for The Last Dinner at Wisteria House by Sue Roberts What’s it about… On a peaceful … Continue reading The Last Dinner at Wisteria House by Sue Roberts
The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong
On the day the Teller of Small Fortunes came to Necker, the village was in an uproar because the candlemaker’s would-be apprentice had lost all the goats.’ The first line … Continue reading The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong
A year of reading begins today…
…right here, right now. Happy New Year! The first book I am picking up in 2026 is Country Christie – a collection of twelve Devonshire mysteries by the incredible Agatha … Continue reading A year of reading begins today…
BBC Sounds – a treasure trove of short stories
There is something rather joyful about listening to someone reading you a story, especially when the reader is someone as wonderfully talented as David Suchet. So it has been an … Continue reading BBC Sounds – a treasure trove of short stories
Tales Before Bedtime 