The first of my December reads, Tokyo Vice blew my mind, and might ruin all the others for me... it's gripping, and in-depth, and it reveals a side of Japan that is terrifying and thrilling at the same time. Adelstein highlights the dark side of the land of the rising sun irresistibly. I couldn't put it down.

This was a gripping read, written so beautifully that it made me want to write too. Every story should be described with Tana French's attention to detail and literary flair. I'm looking forward to her others!

"Knocknaree wood was the real thing, and it was more intricate and more secretive than I had remembered. It had its own order, its own fierce battles and alliances. I was an intruder here, now, and I had a deep prickling sense that my presence had instantly been marked, and that the wood was watching me with an unequivocal collective gaze; not yet accepting or rejecting; reserving judgement."

I really enjoyed this, despite having the constant feeling that the English translation was lacking something that the original must have had. The plot, in any language, was pretty good (nice and twisty!), and it had just a little of that Japanese weirdness. So far my pre-Halloween reading has been fab!! 👻🍁🎃#allhallowsread #mystery

I wish I didn't have to do this but ...I just cannot. Putting it down right now. It feels like an extended fairy tale, except I'm a third of the way and there's been no action, just weird uncomfortable-to-read dialogue between a couple of forgetful old people. Noooope.

Reading this book was like taking a bite out of a ripe pear. It was juicy and sticky....aaaaand then it just got porny and so, so creepy. The perfect October pick in the spirit of Halloween. Creepy stalker stuff sprinkled with a little bit of kinky. #allhallowsread #creepy

Such a great way to start the chilly autumn season. It's simply written, with all focus being on the thrilling and twisty (so wonderfully twisty) plot. I can't wait for the film!

I am honestly just so glad that this book is finished. After a week of wading through the unnecessary life stories of peripheral characters and struggling not to fall asleep through tedious descriptions of moss, I've finally conquered this novel (not in time for book club, but conquered regardless). It was too long and the protagonist was dull as ... Well... Moss.. But I suppose it wasn't entirely in enjoyable. Thanks to the kinky bits, I guess.

One chapter in (not hating it) and I'm ready to get comfy with the seasonal chocolate treats! Perfect Friday.

Finally finished and what an intense read! Rowling's writing is so raw it hurts. But in a way that makes you want more of it. So much more.

When she isn't writing for children, Rowling has a truly phenomenal way with words! I've only just started this one, but I'm wonderfully impressed. Rowling is queen! Thanks @TheExpatFiles for letting me borrow this kindle! A whole new world has been opened to me... 😍

Somehow, without being able to relate to a single character (especially not the protagonist, who basically just goes around being complicated and sleeping with various women) I couldn't put this one down. It might be because it's sexy and I've been starved of physical human contact, but I prefer to think that it's just evidence of Murakami's magical way with words. Perhaps I'll give him some more chances..