Splashes Into Books
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Splashes Into Books
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I’m Elaine, an avid reader/blogger, enjoying life since I retired from being a primary teacher and ICT consultant.
Hickory, dickory dock
There's murder on the clock
The clock repairer's body spied
Has he survived or died?
Hickory, dickory dock!

Murder on the Clock by Lucy Connelly @CandaceHavens

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Superb Irish Murder Mystery – Murder on the Clock by Lucy Connelly
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…
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November 14, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Brilliant read – Letting Go of Yesterday by Jo Bartlett

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…
Brilliant read – Letting Go of Yesterday by Jo Bartlett
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…
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November 11, 2025 at 9:04 AM
A fascinating read with great characters all the way through
Making this a read I highly recommend to you.

Murder Most British by Helena Dixon @nelldixon - such a great read!

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Fascinating WWII Murder Mystery – Murder Most British by Helena Dixon – such a great read!
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!
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November 10, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Lovely, heartwarming read – A Family for Christmas in Pelican Crossing by Maggie Christensen

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…
Lovely, heartwarming read – A Family for Christmas in Pelican Crossing by Maggie Christensen
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…
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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Brilliant, fun and inspirational! Old Girls Go Greek by Maddie Please

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…
Brilliant, fun and inspirational! Old Girls Go Greek by Maddie Please
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 🇬🇷
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November 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Secrets, predictions, romance and surprises! Saving Starlight Hall by Debbie Viggiano

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…
Secrets, predictions, romance and surprises! Saving Starlight Hall by Debbie Viggiano
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…
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November 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Fabulous, inspirational read – Escape to the Northern Lights by Carrie Walker – simply superb!

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…
Fabulous, inspirational read – Escape to the Northern Lights by Carrie Walker – simply superb!
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.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Beautiful read - Autumn Wishes & Fireside Kisses by Rosie Green @Rosie_Green88

Wedding plans, health worries, too,
Changes in just what to do!
As Hallowe’en is chosen for the big day
And a venue where ghosts may stay!

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Beautiful read – Autumn Wishes & Fireside Kisses by Rosie Green
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?
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November 2, 2025 at 9:02 AM
What a beautiful, heartwarming festive read
Just the kind that I always need!
With great characters, surprises and chances
Along with a fabulous romance!

A Perfect Devon Christmas by Debbie Morrison

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Gorgeous festive romance – A Perfect Devon Christmas by Debbie Morrison
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,
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November 1, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Abracadabra by Evanne Hardin Gray

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…
Abracadabra by Evanne Hardin Gray
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.
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October 31, 2025 at 9:03 AM
A gorgeous read, a festive romance,
Where New York may give them both a fresh chance.

Christmas on Fifth Avenue by Julie Caplin @JulieCaplin

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Gorgeous festive romance – Christmas on Fifth Avenue by Julie Caplin
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.
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October 30, 2025 at 9:09 PM
What a fun children's book
Definitely worth taking more than a look!
With jokes and much more
It's a great read to explore!

A Vampire Is NOT a Pet by Lexi Rees @lexi_rees

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Brilliant, fun, children’s book – A Vampire Is NOT a Pet by Lexi Rees
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!
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October 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
What a heartwarming festive read this proved to be
With a second chance romance, snow and secret mystery.

Christmas at the Scottish Lodge by Donna Ashcroft @Donnashc

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Heartwarming, festive romance – Christmas at the Scottish Lodge by Donna Ashcroft
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.
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October 27, 2025 at 8:49 PM
A siege, secrets, battles and romance
All make this a read I hope you'll give more than a chance.

Fantastic #Historical #Romance - The Disgraced Knight's Redemption by Ella Matthews @ellamattauthor 

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Fantastic #Historical #Romance – The Disgraced Knight’s Redemption by Ella Matthews
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…
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October 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
What an absolutely charming, delightful historical romance this proved to be-
With great characters, intrigue and mystery!

Cinderella’s Charade with the Duke by Jeanine Englert - #Giveaway (US only)

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Heartwarming #Historical #Romance – Cinderella’s Charade with the Duke by Jeanine Englert – #Giveaway (US only)
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…
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October 21, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Intriguing historical murder mystery- Desolation by Keith Moray

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…
Intriguing historical murder mystery- Desolation by Keith Moray
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?
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October 19, 2025 at 8:01 AM
A Snowy Seaside Christmas by Eliza J Scott

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…
A Snowy Seaside Christmas by Eliza J Scott
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.
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October 18, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Such a gorgeous, emotive read, I enjoyed all the way through
So have no hesitation highly recommending it to you.
A fabulous story about daring to follow your heart
And not being afraid to make a fresh start.
The Hidden Daughter by Soraya Lane @Soraya_Lane
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Gorgeous, emotive read – The Hidden Daughter by Soraya Lane – highly recommend!!
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.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:49 PM
An encounter by chance
Leads to steamy romance
But will family dramas impede
Their chances to succeed?

Hot, spicy romance filled with family drama - Soft Rebound by Fiona Embers

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Hot, spicy romance filled with family drama – Soft Rebound by Fiona Embers
My Review: An encounter by chanceLeads to steamy romanceBut will family dramas impedeTheir chances to succeed?This is a very spicy read but a heartwarming story, too,Forget closed doors for these two!The plot, however, is what kept me turning pages wanting to seeIf overcoming fears would let this couple be.Both protagonists have been hurt in the past…
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October 16, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Gingerbread, romance and a village protest, too,
Lots to see, old friends to greet and nasty plans to view.
A gorgeous festive read with plots and plans as well
I really enjoyed it - I hope that you can tell!
Home This Christmas by Sue Roberts @suerobertsautho

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Gorgeous festive read – Home This Christmas by Sue Roberts
My Review: An unexpected invitation to her home townHas Ruby wearing a frownShe's avoided returning for yearsSeeing her first love again could end in tears.However, she can't resist the callIntending to go, judge the competition and leave it all.However, fate has very different intentions she'll discoverWith heavy snowfalls, her first love and many another!
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October 15, 2025 at 8:01 AM
A warm welcome to Gethyn Jones, to my blog today
Look there to discover what he had to say
About his inspiration, his writing and his book -
It is definitely well worth taking a look!

#Interview with Gethyn Jones, author of Fatal Equation

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#Interview with Gethyn Jones, author of Fatal Equation
A warm welcome to Gethyn Jones, here todayRead on to discover what he had to sayAbout his inspiration, his writing and his book -It is definitely well worth taking a look! Where did you get the inspiration for the book/series? It started with a song called Fatal Equation. After a very long break from writing music I took it up again and after three years ended up with 18 professionally recorded and mastered tracks.
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October 14, 2025 at 7:37 PM
#TheOldGalsBucketList by Karen King @karen_king
Such an inspirational story of facing down fear
Of living life to the fullest and spreading good cheer.
A gorgeous read, with surprises en route, too,
No wonder I highly recommend it to you!
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Inspirational, fun read – The Old Gals’ Bucket List by Karen King
My Review: A story showing being near seventy isn't the endEspecially with challenges and a good friend.Living life to the fullest is their desireMeeting challenges along the way is to what they aspire!Her husband's untimely demise left Sandra bereftShe was no longer sure there'd be any joy left.They had plans together they'll now never get to…
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October 13, 2025 at 8:03 AM