pickPatrick Barkham visits some of the smaller islands in the British Isles.
What he had to say about the history, people, and environment of the islands he visited was very good nature and travel writing but I could have done without the many, many references to D. H. Lawrence's story “The Man Who Loved Islands“ (which I haven't read) and Compton McKenzie, who the story was based on.
pick9-23-25: My 63rd finished book of 2025! Book 4 in the series, this one goes back in time to the late 1950s. HM Elizabeth II is in the midst of a lot of traveling to other countries when in her own backyard, there is a double murder and the police can‘t seem to figure it out. After enlisting Joan, a typist, she finally has someone to bounce her ideas off to. Joan is sent around to find clues that the cops keep overlooking. ⭐️⭐️⭐️📖#️⃣6️⃣3️⃣
so-soA locked room puzzle that harkens back to golden age mysteries both in plot and in explicit references made by Joseph Spector, the titular conjuror.
A Psychiatrist has been murdered behind locked doors and windows after being visited by three of his patients and his daughter. Spector, assisted by the bumbling Inspector Flint finally reveal all in a final chapter complete with footnotes to the clues contained in earlier pages. A bit contrived.
pick4.5/5 so cheesy but in the best British way. the characters shine and you can‘t wait to spend more time with them! the plot has the right amount of twists and turns while still feeling like your favorite sit com…
pickSomething in the Walls by Daisy Pearce is an intriguing and satisfying choice for spooky reading season. The story revolves around 13-year-old Alice, who is suspected of being possessed by a witch or is it a hoax? Newly qualified child psychologist Mina and skeptical journalist Sam are determined to investigate the matter. The plot is quite reminiscent of the movie The Conjuring 2.
Full Review abookandadog.com/blog/something-in-the-walls
Thank you so much @Avanders what an adorable fall fun package! 😍😍 I just love the scarf, it's soo soft! The book sleeve and pillow cover are so cute! I'm going to light the candle and curl up with the tagged book this evening. 🧡🍁🍂❤️ #FFFS #FallingForFallSwap @Chrissyreadit
pickAnd I'm done. What a ride! Here's some initial thoughts:
-Love that he explores Kett's rebellion. The history is fascinating.
-It may have been my mood, but I found the slow pace infuriating.
-I did not care for the mystery. At all.
What a series! Thanks for hosting #shardlakeseriesbr, @dabbe
It‘s #FallingforFallSwap open day!
OmG @dabbe I could barely fit this all in 1 pic!! Thank you so much for ALL this - I 🧡 everything!!! The books are *perfect* picks, all the fun masks are going to make me glow!, the candle, coffee, pouch, & socks are perfectly fall & bookish, & the candy is 🤤! Also, the stationary, bookmarks (those corner ones 😍), & stickers are so fun! & that soap scent is my FAVE. Thank you so much for everything!! 🍁🍂🧡🥰
