Probably my last book started in 2016. Only short but should be able to finish it.

Christmas bookish score. Cool book. Aussie book. Book gift voucher. Hooray.

I am going to digest this a bit longer. I enjoyed the book. It was evocative and descriptive. Very much planting the reader right into the gothic Victorian feel. However. I don't know how to feel about the story as a whole. I felt it went nowhere. Even though the ending was abrupt. Up until that point everything was predictable. I might change to so-so upon further reflection but right now it is a pick.

I really enjoyed this. Brought more to the movie. Now I would love to see he film again to absorb some of the extra details I did not notice before. I am completely ignoring The Cursed Child so this has made me very happy. #newt is my new #HarryPotterBoyfriend

My philosophy is that worrying means you suffer twice.

My dog #Lou #kelpie. He is a fantastic beast. Really enjoying this screenplay. I have completely ignored the cursed child but this is fun.

The 3rd novella in a five book series. A loosely inter-related collection. This was a lovely tale of a friendship that spans continents and decades. A sad and heartwarming tale. The novellas are good but I think the strength of the collection is how the stories are individual yet intertwined. Beautiful all round. #australian

I am so far removed from a capital city right now this book seems like a dream. I did enjoy the intersecting stories set in London. Right now I'm in Moree. Remote NSW in Australia.

New audio book for me with lots of driving on this weekend.

I feel guilty saying this was so-so. Honestly I think it may be a case of trying to read this book at the wrong time for me. Perhaps I will try after the hub-bub of the festive season has subsided.

Hmmmm. Not sure how to review this. Simply put ok. I just wanted more story less history lesson. Perhaps my expectations were off.

Reading time at the hairdressers. Hooray

I really enjoyed this, really really enjoyed it.
I have read a couple of Pakistani expat stories this year, this was the funniest.

It read a lot like Bridget Jones, which is not a bad thing. I also read Pride and Prejudice comparisons but I feel this is only through the Bridget Jones style comparisons.
Overall, if you are looking for a fun and easy read for the Summer, this is a good place to start.

Library book haul. Including a local history account of a terrible time in aboriginal history. Very much looking forward to reading it.

This was a wonderful book. So glad I read it. I think it was @SavidgeReads who recommended it on his #YouTube channel. I really enjoyed it. Beautiful.

A beautiful edition of a quirky book. Looking forward to finishing this enchanting tale.

JUST.READ.THIS.BOOK

A legend Australian with a story that was equal parts hilarious, heartbreaking and confronting.

So much more than a Comedienne.

I don't normally read memoirs, but this is fantastic.

Once you are finished, waste an hour watching Magda videos on YouTube. especially Lynne Postlethwaite and Sharon Strzelecki.

Finally when you are done with that watch Magda on Q&A talking about Same-Sex Marriage.

Amazing woman.

Wonderful #Australian #historical #fiction such a tragic saga. Fabulous. A debut novel. Lucy Treloar is one to watch out for in the future.

Sometimes when you have had a challenging week, the only thing to soothe the soul is a #classic read. This is a first time read for me. As with all the other #BronteSisters I have read. This is wonderful.

#random for today. I'm doing lots of driving lately and I am listening to 2 books. Just realised I am listening to a Mr and Mrs! Amanda Palmer is married to Neil Gaiman

Unintentionally my third book set in Africa this month. This time from an Australian experience. A harrowing tale of boy soldiers from South Sudan. Redemption at the end. Deng Thiak Adut recently one NSW Australian of the year. Such a worthy recipient. From boy soldier to human rights lawyer. Read this book. #non-fiction #Australian

Margaret Atwood is such a challenge at times. Like a Simpsons episode. You can read quite superficially and enjoy it. Yet if you look deeper the social commentary is right on point.

My second book set in #Africa in a month. This one a modern #lovestory. So moving an poignant. #nigeria #diversity

Yup. This is good.

#photoadaynov16 #cookbook if you love vegetables and salad. This is a fantastic book. #australian #vegetarian-ish

Graphic novel. Great story well told. A very interesting tale I knew very little about.

"So when you study history you must always ask yourself. Whose story am I missing?"
I loved this. The whole thing . I'm so glad I took my time to read it slowly to savour the story. #ownvoices #diversity

If you want easy #historicalfiction this is a nice read. Nothing special nothing awful. #australianauthor

I feel like I am very late to the party on this book. Very much liking it though. "Be careful of fire. Know when to use it and when to stay cold. "

First in a collection of 5 #novellas #gotham. A wonderful story. So detailed complete with a touching #Batman reference at the end. The rest of the series are based around other favourite cities. #Venice #Vancouver #Juneau #Noho Definitely looking forward to the rest of the series. #australian author

such a challenging book.
the message is strong and vital for women to read. More important to understand and change behaviours.
Ms Ford will always stretch boundaries past what is considered decent, but that is precisely the point. Why is it appropriate for a man to be crass and foul mouthed, and not women?
I hope all young women read this book and think,

Do not expect an easy to digest feminist manifesto, but one whose message is important.

This may be a book that has not stood the test of time.

The dystopian future portrayed in 1975 is not really a possibility and the crystal ball lens appears blurred from the year 2016.

The styling feels like a nostalgic quaint description from 70s icons such as Aaron Spelling, Sidney Sheldon et al.

Clever premise. Just perhaps, for me, not the classic to have endured the test of time. I felt if you want a 1970s tale. Try Valley of the Dolls.

Awesome book for boys. For anyone. The #verse novel form works well. #basketball #readingboys

Reading my son's favourite book. He is a 14years old and basketball mad. Reading his favourite is always a great way to share he love of reading. Love the verse novel structure.

This book was chilling and compelling.
The strangeness of the story yet with so much reference to a possible future. The fact it was written almost 40 years ago does not diminish its impact in anyway. I think it is even more forceful for that.

The narrative style would not suit everyone. Yet I felt the stark structure leant itself to this story.

I feel a bit punch drunk now.

This is such a confronting book of poems. Challenging yet not unreachable.

Some standouts.
Marngrook. (My favourite )
Ghetto Gentry
Mali
Nothing Here Needs Fixing. (Another real favourite. )
Show Me a Girl at Five. (Ode to Maya Angelou)

I would not say I loved each poem. But that is not the point. The book as a whole is emotional and confronting.

Read it.
Support #Australian authors. #poems

#booktober #bookmarks #nothingspecial I only ever use generic bookmarks.

Not my usual genre. #paranormal #ya #sofarnotawful

#australian #historicalfiction surprisingly addictive yet modern tale. Always interesting when there is a female protagonist written by a male author. The cover art alone is enough to start me reading.

Good way to spend the bonus reading time at the #hairdresser.