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I’m Elaine, an avid reader/blogger, enjoying life since I retired from being a primary teacher and ICT consultant.
The Viking She Shouldn’t Crave by Sarah Rodi @sarahrodiedits

A story with great characters that takes the reader in
Empathising with the dilemmas and dangers they are in.
A great read with twists and lots more to discover
About their situations and each other.

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Lovely, heartwarming historical romance – The Viking She Shouldn’t Crave by Sarah Rodi
A spicy, forbidden love Viking romance My Review: To me this is a very different romanceWith the Byzantine Prince about to take a chanceHe's choosing just who will be his brideAnd Helena's determined that she won't hide!When she's chosen, she's shocked to discoverThe Prince doesn't really want her, he loves another.Can she win his heart with the help of his personal guard?
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January 16, 2026 at 9:06 AM
The Arctic Cruise by Caroline James @carolinejames12

A fabulous read with great characters, too,
Along with plenty of surprises and a romance or two!
A heartwarming read in which your time to spend
Along with a fantastic cruise you'll hope won't end.

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Heartwarming adventure – The Arctic Cruise by Caroline James
Pack your bags for the adventure of a lifetime… From the #1 bestselling author of The Cruise, embark on an unforgettable journey and sail through Norway’s winter wonderlands to see the spectacular Northern Lights. My Review: This author writes brilliant books I love to readWith older protagonists who have different needs.This time they're cruising through the Norwegian fjords…
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January 15, 2026 at 9:05 AM
A Brotherly Devotion by Jill Bray @JillBray67

A killer to catch and an arranged marriage to prepare as well
Can everything be sorted? Only time will tell.
An intriguing story with surprises along the way
And a fascinating read, I have to say!
Intriguing historical murder mystery – and family drama – A Brotherly Devotion by Jill Bray – great read!
My Review: This is a historical murder mystery with family dramas, too,I really enjoyed it and highly recommend it to you.Simon de Hale is the Sheriff of Yorkshire who is in charge of the caseAnd also the father with unexpected dramas taking place.The murder of a monk who'd been visiting someone illA daughter feeling rebellious against her father's will.
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January 15, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Fabulous Guest Post by Tony Bassett, author of Voices From The Dead

So happy to welcome Tony Bassett here today,To share his post and what he has to say.I found it intriguing reading about some of his job highlightsSharing memories and unexpected insights!Read on to start to exploreAnd about him…
Fabulous Guest Post by Tony Bassett, author of Voices From The Dead
So happy to welcome Tony Bassett here today,To share his post and what he has to say.I found it intriguing reading about some of his job highlightsSharing memories and unexpected insights!Read on to start to exploreAnd about him and his book discover more... When people learn I spent around forty years working as a journalist in Fleet Street, I’m often asked: What were the highlights?
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January 13, 2026 at 6:06 PM
A Fresh Start at the Cornish Country Hospital by Jo Barlett

My Review: Synopsis: When life changes in an instant, how do you find the courage to begin again? ❤️‍🩹 A&E doctor, Eve Bellingham’s life changed forever the night her fiancé Max was the victim of a brutal attack. Now, two years later, she…
A Fresh Start at the Cornish Country Hospital by Jo Barlett
My Review: Synopsis: When life changes in an instant, how do you find the courage to begin again? ❤️‍🩹 A&E doctor, Eve Bellingham’s life changed forever the night her fiancé Max was the victim of a brutal attack. Now, two years later, she has moved her life to Cornwall and is working at St Piran’s Hospital, helping his family cope as Max struggles with his devastating injuries.
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January 13, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Welcome Lisa Fox to my blog today!
Read it there to discover what she had to say
When she answered my questions about her and this book
Then continue on to discover more - go take a look!

Interview with Lisa Fox, author of 'A Treatise on Martian Chiropractic Manipulation and Other Satirical Tales'
Interview with Lisa Fox, author of ‘A Treatise on Martian Chiropractic Manipulation and Other Satirical Tales’
Welcome Lisa Fox to my blog today!Read on to discover what she had to sayWhen she answered my questions about her and this bookThen continue on to discover more - go take a look! How does A Treatise on Martian Chiropractic Manipulation and Other Satirical Tales differ from your first two short story collections, Core Truths and…
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January 12, 2026 at 9:01 AM
A fantastic read where folks find a new way to live
One which brings romance and much more to give.
There's a second chance romance and others, too,
In this brilliant read I highly recommend to you.

Tomorrow Starts Today by @JessicaRedland

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Don’t miss this beautiful, inspirational read – Tomorrow Starts Today by Jessica Redland
My Review: This author has a fantastic wayOf sharing what her characters have to say.She brings them to life as you read her books - All of them definitely worth more than just a look.Yvonne is lost after her husband's demiseAfter five years that's what she'd realise.She has a serious feeling that she can't ignore,
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January 11, 2026 at 9:04 AM
This is a cosy murder mystery with characters who
Had me laughing at their antics all the way through!

Brilliant, fun cosy mystery - The Retired Assassin’s Guide to Orchid Hunting by Naomi Kuttner

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Brilliant, fun cosy mystery – The Retired Assassin’s Guide to Orchid Hunting by Naomi Kuttner
My Review: I have to confess I really enjoyed reading this book,So at the others in this series I now wish to look!This is a cosy murder mystery with characters whoHad me laughing at their antics all the way through!An ex MI6 assassin has retired to this New Zealand townBut not being left alone brings on many a frown.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Action packed historical feud - Lords of Iron by MJ Porter

This is the conclusion to the Dark Age Chronicles trilogy,
With family feuds to settle and new alliances to see.

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Action packed historical feud – Lords of Iron by MJ Porter
My Review: This is the conclusion to the Dark Age Chronicles trilogy,With family feuds to settle and new alliances to see.A story filled with drama, battles and much moreAs this era of history the story explores.Tribal alliances and enemies, too,Sibling hatred and different religions to view.Will iron blades help one side to overcome the other…
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January 6, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Watch Over Me (Detectives Kane and Alton Book 28) by D.K. Hood

A totally nail-biting and absolutely addictive serial killer thriller Description Stepping onto the icy sidewalk, she doesn’t see a soul around her. But as she nears the safety of her vehicle, she hears the sound of heavy footsteps.…
Watch Over Me (Detectives Kane and Alton Book 28) by D.K. Hood
A totally nail-biting and absolutely addictive serial killer thriller Description Stepping onto the icy sidewalk, she doesn’t see a soul around her. But as she nears the safety of her vehicle, she hears the sound of heavy footsteps. She barely has time to take a breath before a sack is thrown over her head, and her world goes dark… It’s Christmas in Black Rock Falls, and as the snow falls, schoolteacher…
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December 19, 2025 at 9:01 AM
This a brilliant addition to this series that's great
With festivities, dilemmas and somethings that can't wait!

A Merry Little Christmas by Rosie Green @Rosie_Green88

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Fantastic, fun adventure and read – A Merry Little Christmas by Rosie Green
My Review: This a brilliant addition to this series that's greatWith festivities, dilemmas and somethings that can't wait!Get ready for most of them to be involved in a questTo ensure no one falls ill, they'll all do their best!But there are other surprises and decisions to makeAnd someone's anxiety has needs to placate.Will the festivities help to heal any rifts…
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December 11, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Murder on a Frosty Night by Verity Bright

My Review: A telegram, a mysteryA journey, family historyA murder, a new caseA hamlet, such a strange place! Synopsis: Winter 1925. Eleanor and Hugh are decking the halls for their first married Christmas together when butler Clifford arrives with a…
Murder on a Frosty Night by Verity Bright
My Review: A telegram, a mysteryA journey, family historyA murder, a new caseA hamlet, such a strange place! Synopsis: Winter 1925. Eleanor and Hugh are decking the halls for their first married Christmas together when butler Clifford arrives with a mysterious telegram. A lucrative case awaits their new detective agency… but in the most remote county in England.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Dark, suspense-filled novella - Don’t Forget the Crazy by Lucy Kaufman #Giveaway

A suspense filled story that quickly unfolds
Keeping you anxious as events are told.

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Dark, suspense-filled novella – Don’t Forget the Crazy by Lucy Kaufman
My Review: So she won't forget what she's got to doMill Morgan will write it on a list - or maybe a few!Ticking them off when they're done gives her pleasureAnd enables her to write more at her leisure!What happens when the lists seem to growAdded to by someone she doesn't know?Is it someone pulling a prank maybe?
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December 10, 2025 at 9:01 AM
A twist on a Dickens of a tale! A Christmas Caroline by K.L. Crear

My Review: A Christmas Carol was set in year gone byWith changing Scrooge’s outlook three ghosts do try. This story has a similar but contemporary themeWith Caroline’s outlook needing a new regime!Caroline takes pride in her…
A twist on a Dickens of a tale! A Christmas Caroline by K.L. Crear
My Review: A Christmas Carol was set in year gone byWith changing Scrooge’s outlook three ghosts do try. This story has a similar but contemporary themeWith Caroline’s outlook needing a new regime!Caroline takes pride in her thrifty wayWith she’s miserly is what others say!When the ghost of her best friend calls to issue a warning…
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December 9, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Hilarious, fun read - Golden Girls on the Run by Judy Leigh

These Irish mammies are like sisters together, full of mischief, too,
Making you wonder what next they’ll do!

Can I give it more than 5 stars, please?!?! Highly recommend!

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Fun, brilliant read- Golden Girls on the Run by Judy Leigh
My Review: What a fun, brilliant read this proved to beFilled with laughter, escapism and close family. A friendly village bake off is the start with delicious cakes….That results in two elderly ladies escaping in a Ferrari that they take!These Irish mammies are like sisters together, full of mischief, too,Making you wonder what next they’ll do!
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December 6, 2025 at 12:42 PM
A fascinating read filled with twists galore
Family dramas, intrigues and so much more.
The clues, the mystery and a further murder, too,
Keeps readers searching for each vital clue!

Mystery at Mistletoe Place by Clare Chase
Intriguing Cosy Murder Mystery – Mystery at Mistletoe Place by Clare Chase – such a great read!
An Eve Mallow Mystery Book 15 My Review: The local boatyard's centenary celebrationsInvolve locals, the owner, Anthony, and his relations.But lately the yard has had some troublesBut now they'll be more - coming at the double!Eve Mallow could end up in deep water in this caseAs a local boatyard is where the first murder takes place.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
This is a festive, historical murder mystery
Set in 1934 and starting with lighting a Christmas tree!
Opal Laplume is staying at a castle for the festive season
Expecting fun and laughter not death or possible treason!

Murder at the Scottish Ball by @millicentbinks

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Festive, historical cosy mystery – Murder at the Scottish Ball by Millicent Binks
An Opal Laplume Mystery Book 3 My Review: This is a festive, historical murder mysterySet in 1934 and starting with lighting a Christmas tree!Opal Laplume is staying at a castle for the festive seasonExpecting fun and laughter not death or possible treason!Sir Seamus' Christmas Eve ball has a fantastic reputation For being a brilliant festive sensation.
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November 30, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Stolen jewellery, a gang and a possible killer
Make this wintry read a real chiller.
There's plenty of intrigue and mystery, too,
No wonder I highly recommend it to you!

Murder at Midwinter Farm by Helena Dixon @nelldixon

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Fantastic chilly murder mystery – Murder at Midwinter Farm by Helena Dixon
A Miss Underhay Mystery Book 22 My Review: For my copy of this brilliant read I say a huge thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:Alice and Robert have bought Midwinter FarmThey're hoping it will be their home full of charm.A previous tenant disappeared years agoNo one knows where he might go.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Heartwarming read - The Starling Dance by Lucy Elena

A very different story, set in the city of Rome
Where a variety of folk are happy to call it home.
For Laure its a refuge as she flees her past
But here she hopes she'll be happy at last.

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Heartwarming read – The Starling Dance by Lucy Elena
My Review: For my copy of this book I say thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:Sometimes we all need help to get back on trackHelping us move forward, not looking back.This story involves characters who that help needTo help them move forward with hope and love to succeed.A disappearing boyfriend adds to her angst now…
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November 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The Maid’s Masquerade by Catherine Tinley @CatherineTinley

This author has crafted a great, fun romance
With revenge, hidden identities and more to chance.
There's intrigue and revelations and so much more
In this historical read that's a delight to explore.

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The Maid’s Masquerade by Catherine Tinley
My Review: For my copy of this lovely read I say a big thank youAs I share with you this, my honest review:A fire, catastrophe, an accident, too,Leaves Marguerite having to do something new.An orphan who has been left with so little nowNeeds to make her way in life somehow.Adopting a pseudonym to hide her past…
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November 21, 2025 at 8:26 PM