New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse by Christie Barlow

New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse by Christie Barlow

Today I am delighted to wish a very happy publication day to Christie Barlow as New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse, the latest in her Love Heart Lane series, makes its way into the world. I love to read this series as it's a wonderfully refreshing distraction from my normal dark, crime reads and we've [...]

The Orphan’s Mother by Marion Kummerow

The Orphan’s Mother by Marion Kummerow

Today Mandie is taking over with a review of The Orphan's Mother, the brand new novel from Marion Kummerow, and we'd both like to wish the author a very happy publication day. Thanks to Bookouture for including us in this #booksontour programme and providing an advance copy for review. Here's what it's all about: Source: [...]

The Cliff House by Chris Brookmyre

The Cliff House by Chris Brookmyre

Today I am delighted to share my thoughts on The Cliff House, the latest novel from Chris Brookmyre and to wish the author a happy publication day. My thanks to publisher Litte, Brown for the advance copy. Here's what the book's about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 28 July 2022Publisher: Little, Brown About the Book One hen [...]

The Black Mountain by Kate Mosse

The Black Mountain by Kate Mosse

Today I'm sharing my thoughts on The Black Mountain by Kate Mosse, one of the 2022 Quick Reads titles from The Reading Agency. It's my first read from this author, but a great place to start with a novella full of tension, atmosphere and great characterisation, ideal for regular readers and new readers alike. Source: [...]

Capital Crime Returns in September – full schedule announced

Capital Crime Returns in September – full schedule announced

Capital Crime returns in September with Richard Osman, Anthony Horowitz, Dorothy Koomson and Paula Hawkins to headline Richard Osman, Rev. Richard Coles, Kate Mosse, Robert Harris, Dorothy Koomson, Bella Mackie and Paula Hawkins are amongst the authors confirmed for Capital Crime, London’s only crime and thriller festival, which returns 29thSeptember-1st October after its hugely successful [...]