Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. This is book 4 in the delightful short read series by Alice Hoffman. At only 43 pages in length it was sure packed a punch in the emotions it evoked in me. Love, heartbreak, goodbyes, hope and new beginnings, it was such a well rounded read that I thoroughly enjoyed. Such a charming read it made my little heart flutter with joy.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

For me it was an ok read, I couldn't help comparing it to one of my favourite Alice Feeney books of all time (Sometimes I lie) and in comparison for me it was a little too slow of a burn and didnt have me holding my breath in suspense as I had with Sometimes I lie. I also found it to be a bit too predictable and not the type of thriller that stays in my mind long after I have finished it.⭐⭐

This was such a courageous and well written memoir capturing the abuse that Sonia had suffered, along with the complexities of all that comes with having endured such abuse, along with her pursuit for justice. It can be a triggering read as it explores not only the grooming and and abuse Sonia was the survivor of but also the devastating and far reaching impact the abuse has not only on the survivor but also on their friends and families too.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Missing‘ takes you on a personal and raw journey of 12 families who are seeking answers as to what has really happened to their missing loved ones.Heartbreaking,bittersweet and poignant, Nicole captures the essence of each missing person and takes them from being a missing person face in a photo to an actual blood and bones person who is dearly missed by family and loved ones who just want to know what happened to them.Compelling reading.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This was such a delightful read, I was fully immersed in Frankie's bookloving world and her quest to find love. I found myself so invested in Frankie's quest that I was cheering for her from the sidelines within my mind whilst reading it. Such an engaging read, it has motivated to join the group the authors started Books on the rail so that I too can become a book ninja and share some of my favourite reads with other commuters. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This was one of those mesmerising reads where you just keep telling yourself you will just read “one more chapter“ because it is just too fast paced to put down and I found myself swept up in the book. I loved the darkly disturbing characters and the unexpected twists as the story unfolded, it definitely kept me holding on until the very last word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks to netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review

The subject matter is very dark and could be triggering for some readers.Vanessa,at the age of 15 had what she thought was a love affair with her teacher.It is now when another student of his has come forward with SA allegations that she is going back over the relationship she once shared with him.The writing is captivating and hard to put down.We see how Vanessa struggles to come to terms with what she thought the relationship actually was.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A group of friends decide to gather together to give each other a living funeral, to show their love and appreciation for each other whilst they are still around to hear it.Their friendships span three decades, this book shows us a remarkable portrayal of enduring bonds. I also loved the 90's nostalgia throughout the book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

“My body has not betrayed me; it has continued rebounding against all odds. It is a body that others map their expectations on, but it has never let me down.“ A very interesting, thought provoking collection of essays. A very relatable and important read. I appreciated Evette's honesty and the poignant moments in which she shared her pain and the struggles she has endured and risen above was inspiring.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rachel Harrison is fast becoming one of my favourite authors in the horror/fantasy space.Our main character,Vesper,left her family behind years ago .Now in her mid-twenties, she is still struggling in her waitressing job, has no real friends, acts reserved, too straightforward, and a little abrupt/mean, making it hard for her to connect with other people.A very entertaining dark humoured horror read that I couldn't put down. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I don't often say a book is a must read, but for anyone with any curiosity around the current GLP1 weightloss medications and how they work and why for some people they may the answer to helping them finally gain some control over their increasing weight gain and unhealthy relationship with food. To sum it up in one sentence, a very relatable, interesting, unbiased and very informative read.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I enjoyed that this book was written with some light banter easy to digest advice. With examples like Sally in procurement that snacks on one nut at a time during a meeting, people who noisily snack on pretzels while sitting on the men‘s toilet to make eye contact on the way out while NOT WASHING HIS HANDS. Proof that every office has its quirky people or people doing things that others will find annoying.⭐⭐⭐

The main character is a bookseller Carl, delivers books to special customers in the evening hours after closing time,walking through the picturesque alleys of the city.I was entranced by this story of Carl and his little friend Sascha (who starts following him door to door as he makes his book deliveries.The bond that forms between them is so adorable,one of those books where you just don't want it to ever end, such a heartwarming read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Such a delight to read,women's friendships/relationships with each other,their own bodies,body conscious women who have been previously fat shamed into wanting to be unseen by society now being empowered to overcome their self doubts and body shaming and learning to embrace the body they are currently in and all the ways it can move and bring them joy.Overflowing with life,vibrancy,love,creativity, raw realness,resilience and friendships⭐⭐⭐⭐

I was initially drawn to this book of course because from the cover and title it was obviously about books to some degree which is always a huge draw card for me but it was so much more than a cute bookstore read. I loved being along for Emma's self discovery journey and seeing how she grew and developed relationships with people and reconnections in her life. A delightful read that will leave you with a warm heart and a smile on your face.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

1950's radio star,Maggie,who gets a big break with a baking show on the television.We follow the rise of Maggie's career in a time when women didn't usually have careers nor were they the “stars“ of the family and her life with her less than supportive husband.A well written read,I felt transported back to the 1950's whilst reading it. The descriptions were immersive and Maggie as a character along with her life struggles were a captivating read.

Its one of those books that has always haunted me ever since and I have always wanted to re-read some 30+ years later.On my second reading I found it to be just as haunting, thought provoking and disturbing as I remembered it to be.This book touches me in so many ways and still leaves a footprint in my mind.Told from the main characters point of view we delve into what are the demons drive her, a college-aged student to eat herself to death? ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Like a lot of bookworms,Victoria just wants to be left alone so she can devour all of the books that she can get her hands on.Victoria escapes into her reading as a means of coping with her miserable, daily planned life with her career oriented, condescending husband.Victoria sees a glimmer of light a man in her coffee shop who reads the same books as her. A very engaging, dark humoured/sarcastic toned read that I adored.A must read.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This book is about the 4 personality types being red, blue, green and yellow. It's an interesting read for anyone who has taken the test and knows what colour/s they are. This is also an interesting read for anyone wanting insights into how to have the best interactions and obtain the best results from people⭐⭐#thomasserikson #surroundedbyidiots #goodreads #vermillionmassmarket #thestorygraph #getlitsy #tea_sipping_bookworm #bookqueen #bookstagram

Yet another interesting and informative true crime read from Robin Bowles. Very well researched and gritty all cases are told with the utmost respect for the victims. ⭐⭐⭐⭐#robinbowles #collateraldamage #truecrime #goodreads #getlitsy #thestorygraph #tea_sipping_bookworm #bookstagram #bookqueen #australiantruecrime

A fascinating read covering some of Australia's most infamous female murders and also some that are not so well known. Another well written and researched true crime read from Paul B Kidd. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #paulbkidd #australiasmostevilwomen #truecrime #tea_sipping_bookworm #getlitsy #thestorygraph #thefivemilepress

An interesting true crime read focusing on a vast range of Australian crime cases. Fascinating insights and well researched highly recommend for anyone interested in Australian true crime and just how the closest people to the victims are often the perpetrators of their murders.⭐⭐⭐⭐ #victoriaheywood #truecrime #goodreads #getlitsy #thestorygraph #tea_sipping_bookworm #bookqueen #bookstagram #fivemilepress

A deeper dive into some of Australia's most notable murders. Some I was familiar with and others I had never heard of. A fascinating read some of the cases in this book still remain unsolved. Highly recommend for fans of Australian true crime. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #emilywebb #murderinsuburbia #truecrime #goodreads #getlitsy thestorygraph #goodreads #tea_sipping_bookworm #fivemilepress

An interesting and informative read about some of the more known Australian crime cases including Peter Falconi, Jaidyn Leski. With insights into the Australian justice system and it's issues it was a well written thought provoking read.⭐⭐⭐⭐ #robinbowles #roughjustice #goodreads #getlitsy #thestorygraph #tea_sipping_bookworm #truecrime #bookstagram #bookqueen #lakepress

A very interesting and informative true crime read about stalkers. A chilling look into their mindsets and just how dangerous it can be to have one and just how easy it is to be unknowningly stalked. A thought provoking read for everyone. ⭐⭐⭐⭐#victoriaheywood #everymoveyoumake #tea_sipping_bookworm #truecrime #goodreads #getlitsy #thestorygraph #fable

A charming second chance enemies to lovers romance read, it was engaging and had me laughing at the back and forwards banter between Kara and Ryan. I also loved that she was a novelist and a bookstagrammer, contemporary romance written within the bookworld is always something I will be drawn to and this book did not disappoint. A delightful read from start to finish.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

An unlikely friendship over books 😍I was drawn to this book by the cover and the title I must admit.Once I started reading it I was swept up into this delightful story about the importance of reading and how it can bring people together and have such an amazing impact on their lives.It was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. Sweet,poignant,touching,inspiring....A hug in a book that will stay with you long after the final page.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Nya a college student needing housing finds Sidney and moves in with him only to find he has a very different lifestyle to her strict upbringing she thinks she can make it through the 4 months she needs to live there.Things start disappearing and moving around I was hoping it would turn a bit horror.Overall it was an ok read the suspense build up was too slow and drawn out for my liking and then left me feeling like the ending was anti-climactic⭐⭐

A remote island community, complex relationships... a missing your woman.This was a gripping psychological thriller,I was intrigued by the remote island and the possible suspects.Just when I thought I was beginning to unravel the mystery Lisa Hall threw something in there to have me second guessing myself in the best of ways. A well written thriller with plenty of intrigue and suspense and it kept me guessing until the very satisfying ending.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. An intense, suspenseful read. Told in past and present timelines, the characters, especially Emily our main character, was very well written and relatable as was her relationship with Max. Just the right amount of suspense and twists to keep me very invested in how it would end. ⭐⭐⭐

I enjoyed the pacing of this thriller and found myself trying to work out just what was going on and why the ransom being requested for their safe return was so unusual.I was rooting for Amelia and her release, her story was riveting and didn't allow my interest to waiver in the slightest. Ned (the husband) was a character that I loved to hate. I also enjoyed the way the twists in the story lines concluded. Another very enjoyable read.⭐⭐⭐⭐

It has to be said, Sophie Kinsella is one of my favourite authors of all time when I need a palate Sophie writes characters that you instantly bond with and form a genuine affection for, which is truly a gift to be able to do in every book she writes. I loved the concept of people struggling with burnout going to their favourite childhood happy places to seek solace- a delightful read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A twisted tale of long buried family secrets with an unknown beneficiary (Harriet) receiving a letter announcing that her grandmother has died and she is inheriting her estate.Harriet's grandparents died years ago.An atmospheric read I felt as if I was reading it in the estate itself,the eerie lake and the attic with bars on the windows.A twisty dark read, richly written characters, twists I didn't anticipate..⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This book 😍 without a doubt one of my best reads of 2024. A serial killer who kills killers currently being pursued and investigated by the FBI. This book held me captive from chapter 1.Told in dual povs we have Leah our serial killer killer whose head I loved being inside of and Liam the FBI officer investigating these killers and the killer of these killers. To say everything about it was perfection for me is an understatement. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

There were times when it wasn't an easy read and I had to take a pause from an overwhelming surge of empathy for the author and just what she has not only survived but what has made her so much more stronger.We are so used to true crime reads being from the perspective of detectives/psychologists/perpetrators but to hear from an actual survivor who not only survived his attack but other things as well made it a captivating and inspiring read.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A fun, gossipy read about John's time in the publishing world whilst working for one of the biggest and most known publishing houses Macmillan. I couldn't get enough of his juicy anecdotes and tea spilling. It was a very interesting read and I loved how it shed some light on just what goes on in the world of publishing world. A must read for anyone who has wondered about it and if what we do hear about it could ever possibly be true.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sarah finds herself facing her most challenging case yet when she vows to defend her husband--a man accused of murdering his mistress.
While Adam is certainly guilty of sleeping with Kelly, the question remains: Is he guilty of killing her too? This synopsis alone, grabbed my attention and pulled me into reading this book. It was an enjoyable domestic thriller read from both of the main characters perspectives.⭐⭐⭐

I loved loved loved this book. Hannah Kemp is dealing with a traumatic accident for which she was responsible. Struggling to come to terms with her guilt, she is ostracized in a community that condemns her. Hannah is crippled by her own guilt until she comes across a mobile library.One of the most unique books I have read in a long time and also one of those books that stays with you in the best of ways after you have finished it.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This book is based on the real life murders of two sorority members by Ted Bundy,offering a different perspective than we have come to expect from books based on true crimes.I loved that we got to see crimes of Ted Bundy through a different lense than usual.We got to see these young women's lives in all of their richness and not just have them reduced down to being on a victim list of a serial killer. A well written and fascinating read.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Imagine being on your honeymoon and finding a book that mirrors your current life's everyday exactly. This was how this book started and I was dying to see how it would unfold, but then,... I hate having to write reviews for books by one of my favourite authors when they have written something which in my opinion missed the mark of his usual writing. it felt like it kind of fizzled was the ending so abrupt because word count had been reached? ⭐⭐

A dark, atmospheric novella from the Hush series via Amazon Prime. It was twisty and I had to read it it one sitting as I knew it would haunt me.Will is an aspiring novelist, suffering from traumatic past. Will starts dating Anisa a girl who resembles his deceased sister. Will doesn't handle their breakup well and after Anisa gets restraining order, he gets more agitated.This novella packed a punch for such a short, compelling read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Very dark subject matter- the way Lucy wove this story together had me hypnotised.Jude,an A&E nurse,supporting her 74 year old mother through her murder trial trial for historic abuse charges. I was here for all of the twists in this psychological thriller. I enjoyed reading through all of the court proceedings and felt like I was actually present in the courtroom myself. The interweaving of past and present time lines was done perfectly.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. Such an eerie read it was hard to put down once I started it. Set within a haunted house harbouring dark secrets within its walls, the sense of foreboding I felt with each page turn was captivating. Grieving twins with an imaginary friend their father would prefer they didn't have.A chilling read that will haunt you long after you have reached the final page.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Another great page turner from Sue Watson, this one is filled with deep, dark secrets that I couldnt get enough of. One of my favourite tropes is an isolated thriller and when a storm hits cutting everyone else off from The Lodge tensions start bubbling away as secrets start unravelling and the storm continues to rage outside. A captivating, atmospheric read that will see you through a blustery stormy weekend in the best of ways.⭐⭐⭐⭐

My first time reading from this author, it was an ok read...I didn't DNF it, the ending felt a bit rushed and anticlimactic for my tastes. We follow a group of friends being killed off one by one by what may be a copy cat killer of a previous murder in the town or was the wrong person initially convicted?! ⭐#natashapreston #thehaunting #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #getlitsy #thestorygraph

This book centres on 3 women, 3 generations of the Trainor family. David's death shocks these women, they were all very close to him. Something about his death doesn‘t sit right with them and want to know more, whilst trying to live their busy lives. They are all hiding something from the rest of their family, things that have far reaching consequences. A funny, relatable read with well rounded characters.⭐⭐⭐

Thanks Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. A thought provoking novella.It follows 2 detectives investigating a boy who has somehow been able to avoid being caught up in a school shooting at his school and also from boarding a train that ended up crashing.As soon as I had read the first few paragraphs, I knew I wasn't going to need to bookmark this one, I was clearly going nowhere until I had finished it.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Such a creepy/atmospheric read, just how Joe managed to create such a palpable, mesmerising read in a novella is a true credit to his writing skills. I devoured this in one sitting as I couldnt put it down, I just had to see where it would end and it did not disappoint as some novellas can when they seem to end abruptly once they have reached a certain word count. Such a well woven story for a compact read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

An interesting read- this book would be a good book for anyone with an interest in our brain science and neuropsychology.Lynne summarises her many years of studying in these fields and interviews a range of experts and ordinary people about their own lived experiences with depression,consciousness, locked in syndrome and much more. ⭐⭐⭐s

A delightful enemies to lovers read, I enjoyed the characters and the fun story line, the banter and the humour made it all an engaging read for me. Quirky Izzy brings the “sparkle” to every room she enters the polar opposite of her co-worker Lucas who she is now being forced to share shifts with. One of those reads that leaves you with a big smile and just feeling happier.⭐⭐⭐⭐