The fact that this was an actual murder.that due to some sub par investigative work an innocent man was initially incarcerated for the murder of his wife was beyond disturbing.To then read how the actual murderer wasn't even considered to be a suspect for such a long time was just gob smacking to me. Especially given how it is revealed that her own mother also died under suspicious circumstances. A well written, informative true crime read.⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC. As an avid reader, I am drawn to books about books and bookish people. This memoir was a perfect read for me. I enjoyed how Zibby relived her story so far and shared with us her ups, downs and the books that she was reading during each of these times in her life and how they helped support her through the challenging times and celebrate with her during the happiest of times. A thoroughly enjoyable read, it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I have yet to find a Mary Kubica book that I don't devour, this one didn't disappoint either. Missing women and a child, the child returns to the town they went missing from, nothing seems quite right and it isn't. I loved the multiple points of view and dual time lines, they kept me on edge and not able to put this book down easily.Twisty,it had me caught up in it from the very beginning until the last page and I am still thinking about it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Having to take your sisters honeymoon holiday with your enemy (the best man from her wedding)....and worse yet having to pretend to be newlyweds to enjoy all the benefits of the honeymoon your sister won....a fun enemies to lovers chicklit read. ⭐⭐⭐#christinalauren #theunhoneymooners #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #tea_sipping_bookworm #bookqueen #bookstagram #chicklit #amazonkindle

I didn't realise it was a "cosy" mystery and how I felt about this book could just mean that Cosy mysteries aren't for me. It felt like there wasn't a whole lot happening throughout most of the book, it didn't grab my attention and I didn't like any of the characters either. One of those books you finish and immediately forget what you have read. Maybe it's the cosy mystery genre that just isn't for me. ⭐

No other self help book I have read has reasonated with me as much as this one has. This book delves into what made us who we are today. I always knew that our childhood developmental stages and our experiences during these stages determines who we become and how we deal with life's challenges and experiences in our adult life. A truly life changing read, if you read any self help book this year, I highly recommend it be this one.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Who isn't a fan of this gorgeous man?! Rhetorical question I know. This book was everything I was hoping it would be, I loved hearing Leslie's memories told to us in ways only he can. I read every word with his Southern accent in my head. This book was such a pick me up read. I particularly found the story about him wanting a doll for Christmas heartwarming. I hope he writes more books 😍 it was such a fun read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What can I say?! When I started this book I was thinking, this isn't really a thriller, it's a lady going for a job interview, what can be suspenseful about that?! I was so wrong! Once things started to seem eerie and not quite right I was hooked, it took me to unexpected places and played with my mind. An excellent read.⭐⭐⭐⭐ #cmewan #theinterview #goodreads #litsy #tea_sipping_bookworm #thestorygraph #amazonaustralia #amazonkindle #bookstagram

It was an absolute delight to read from start to finish, yes the premise was a little sad in that the 2 children needed a family member to take them in and care for them but oh the fun they had together. If I wasn't smiling whilst reading this I was literally laughing at some of the moments, the characters all felt very authentic and I loved Guncle Patrick so much. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A charming collection of poems and vignettes on the unconditional love, devotion, and joy our dogs bring us. I was laughing at some of them and dabbing my eyes at others. Highly recommend for dog lovers or anyone who doesn't quite understand dog lovers and is curious as to why we are so obsessed with our dogs. A heartwarming reminder of how much love and joy our dogs give us and how many lessons they can teach us about life. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. Another great read from Sally Hepworth. A first wife, a new fiance and a husband and who seems to be so perfect until things start unraveling. A compelling read that I couldn't put down. A thriller that satisfied my need for unexpected twists. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #sallyhepworth #theyoungerwife #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #tea_sipping_bookworm #thriller #bookqueen #bookstagram

Bree and Luca have been besties for years. Bree feels stuck in a rut both at work and with her lack of lovelife. They decide to participate in a finding love online challenge. Such a delightful and heartwarming read. It had me smiling, laughing and getting caught up in emotional moments. I especially loved seeing the depth and warmth of friendship between both Bree and Luca. A fun read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

A thriller with an unusual premise, I loved it, it was dark, interesting and I definitely found myself laughing at some of the dark humour in this book. It was a fascinating read about obsessions, connection and even love. It was one of those reads where I was instantly drawn in by all of the characters and their stories. Such a different take on most of the thrillers out there today, it was also unpredictable in the best of ways. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

We have 2 wives, a current and an ex...the ex has some disturbing issues she is working on and until she resolves them she has limited access visits with her daughter. This was such a suspense filled domestic thriller for me. I thought I had it all worked out but I was so wrong in the best of ways, this book shocked me. One of those books where the twists keep running through your mind long after you have finished the final page. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A thought provoking read and timely reminder that the universe is vast and we are just a tiny drop in it. This book definitely helps put things into perspective ⭐⭐⭐ #deliasmith #youmatter #selfhelp #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. I loved the premise of this one, a mystery writer goes missing, presumed dead, with a few possible suspects and an amateur sleuth with a tongue in cheek sense of humour is determined to find out what really happened. This book held my attention throughout, well written, with interesting characters and some unexpected turns I didn't anticipate. Well worth reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. I am drawn to books about books and writing as a rule and this book was a delight to read from the very start until the ending. Very likeable characters I was swept up into their worlds from the very beginning. I found myself wondering what the characters were up to when I wasn't reading it, like they were actual people I know. An engaging feelgood read.⭐⭐⭐⭐ #plottwist

An interesting and informative read for anyone feeling stuck in a rut in their career or current job. Some thought provoking and doable suggestions.⭐⭐⭐ #kathycaprino #themostpowerfulyou #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #tea_sipping_bookworm #litsy #thestorygraph #amazonkindle #bookqueen #bookstagram

A poignant, and completely relatable read for me. The only difference being my "swimming pool" was my ever growing collection of books. This is one of those books that reasonates with everyone no matter what your age and I would say it should definitely be a must read for all children and adults. A book that shows people at their worst and how it brings out the very best in others. A heartwarming read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #starfish #lisafipps

Self confessed VPR watcher and Bravo show junkie! I just had to read this book and it did not disappoint, highly entertaining, light hearted with some literal laugh out loud moments. A thorough enjoyable read ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #stassischroeder #nextlevelbasic #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph#tea_sipping_bookworm #amazonkindle #bookqueen #bookstagram

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. A very interesting read. This book covered many true crime cases that I was not at all familiar with. Well researched, a fascinating collection of true crimes that are shocking. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #romeovitelli #truecrimestoriesyouwontbelieve #netgalley #tea_sipping_bookworm #litsy #thestorygraph #goodreads #bookqueen #bookstagram #truecrime

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. I was intrigued when reading the synopsis of this one. I don't really have much to say about it, it was one of those ok thrillers, not a page turner, not a and DNF just what I would call a fairly average read. ⭐⭐ #ellerykane #thehousesitter #netgalley #tea_sipping_bookworm #litsy #goodreads #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram

Such a magical read. One of those books that stays in your heart and soul a long time after you have read the last page. This book was captivating in not just the prose used but also the storyline. A timely reminder of how even the most lost/lonely of people can find family and love in the most unexpected of places. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐#tjklune #thehouseintheceruleansea #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. Finally your best friend is meeting your fiance....they seem to be acting strange around each other.... then your best friend goes missing....a tense twisty read that had me captivated from the beginning. Another great thriller from Sheryl Browne, I cannot wait to read more, her books never disappoint.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #netgalley #sherylbrowne #theinvite

This was a re-read for me as I read the initial paperback copy back in 2008, I was curious to see if it still held up to my initial thoughts on it. Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. A feelgood laugh out loud chicklit read that was enjoyable from start to finish. An entertaining plot with likeable characters. Reading the Kindle version made me remember just why I read so many books from this series ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. A lighthearted, feel good read with some relatable laugh out loud moments. A great beach read or a book when you want a break from some of the grittier darker reads that tends to be 70% of my usual reading. ⭐⭐⭐ #netgalley #joplatt #goodreads #litsy #thestoryapp #tea_sipping_bookworm #bookqueen #bookstagram #chicklit

I loved the Starless Sea so much I think almost any other book would pale in comparison. I loved the story of this one I just found the numerous pov (around 15) and the backwards and forwards of multiple time lines (2 timelines I can handle) I found myself having to concentrate on whose pov I was reading and where in the timeline I was so much to the point of it took so me of my enjoyment out of the reading of it. ⭐⭐⭐

When one of my favourite authors co writes a book with one of my favourite singers of all time, I just had to read it. An enjoyable thriller I found myself caught up in the world of a country music singer trying to get her big break whilst also hiding from something ominous in her past. Well paced and everything a James Patterson reader would expect. I couldn't help but hear the lyrics being sung in Dolly's amazing voice.

A collection of stories of Alice's coping mechanisms in dealing with the impacts of the COVID 19 pandemic and it's lockdowns. A charming and relatable read about how the most challenging of times can be times of reflection and learning to embrace solitude and sitting quietly with one's self and a cup of tea.⭐⭐⭐ #alicetaylor #teaforone #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #amazonkindle #litsy #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram

After loving The Flower Girls by this author I couldn't wait to read this book. An isolated thriller set at a secluded island sounded so promising, sadly it was underwhelming for me. I didn't have that heart pounding thriller reading feeling nor did I wonder how it was going to resolve. I didn't like any of the characters and the plot itself just didn't hold my interest. Maybe my expectations were too high going in, it just wasn't for me. ⭐⭐

Thanks to netgalley for the arc in exchange for a fair and honest review. The premise of this book really appealed to me...2 women enter a lift ...only 1 is alive when the lift door reopens....I had such high hopes for a gripping thriller, sadly it left me underwhelmed. The characters weren't likeable or even really interesting. For me it was one of those books that I pretty much forget as soon as I finish it. ⭐

A heartbreaking and inspirational read. This memoir had me in tears in parts. Cupcake has lived a life so many people wouldn't survive. Told with heartwrenching honesty, a compelling read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐#cupcakebrown #apieceofcake #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #amazonkindle #memoir #bookqueen #bookstagram

I loved loved loved this book ❣️ the main characters are 2 bookworms who spend their teen years reading together, they share their hopes, dreams, secrets with each other. They are each other's best friend until they aren't. I found myself smiling as I was reading this book, I really love a book with bookloving characters. The interweaving of past and present timelines kept me hoping it would end how I wanted it to. A delightful read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A captivating read, Family secrets, shame, family bonds, lost love, relatable characters. This book swept me up into the Brennan family and left me wanting to be a member of this family. A highly enjoyable read.⭐⭐⭐⭐ #wearethebrennans #traceylange #goodreads #litsy #tea_sipping_bookworm #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram #amazonkindle

A gritty, dark psychological thriller that had me trying to work out what the truth was from the first chapter. Told from several points of view with some unreliable narrators and people hiding some dark secrets. Another great twisty read from Lisa Jewell.⭐⭐⭐⭐ #invisiblegirl #lisajewell #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #amazonkindle #tea_sipping_bookworm #bookqueen #bookstagram #thriller

It's the true story of how Steve's gorgeous boy Oliver was stolen from him and his determination to do everything he could to find him and bring him home. Steven explains why/how his bond with his dogs is strong and it was heartwarming to see how many people rallied with Steve to support him through this devastating and emotional time. It was an emotional read for me but also a great read detailing the bonds between humans and our dogs ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Freckles is about a girl trying to find the 5 people in her life who are the most influential and important to her.The book has poignant moments that tugged at my heartstrings,Freckles is also wanting to reconnect with her mother who abandoned her years ago.A heartwarming read about how we search outside of what's right in front of us for things/people to complete us without realising that what we are searching for can be what we already have. ⭐⭐⭐

What a fantastic read. 100 witty, informative essays written about the Drag Artist world, its history and how it's going today. It covers so many well known and not as well known performers, this book is rich in details and information about these performers and what inspires them. An addictive read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐#drag #frankdecaro #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #thestorygraph #litsy #amazonkindle #bookqueen #bookstagram

A fascinating book featuring 10 Australian murders written from the perspective of a forensic psychologist. One of the best true crime books I have read in the way it delves into how mental illness can be a driving force in some murders. A must read for fans of true crime and anyone with an interest in criminal psychology. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #donaldgrant #killerinstincthavingamindformurder #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #bookstagram

This book just had too many POVs for me and kept switching time zones too much for me to really get hooked into it.I found myself trying to work out where I was and who was speaking in each chapter which kind of distracted me from the actual storyline.I found it too slow paced for my liking also and pretty forgettable once you finish it.That being said I didn't hate it and I was interested in it enough to finish it,it was a meh read for me.⭐⭐

I found myself sobbing at one stage of the book reading Valerie's heartfelt words about their love for each other and Eddie's tragic passing. I don't think anyone could read this book and not be both moved, inspired and admire Valerie for her bravery in sharing such raw thoughts and emotions. It left me saying "enough already" to myself and wanting to be kinder to myself and others. A great life changing read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Soooo I admit I am a Real Housewives addict! That being said, I can still objectively read a book about one of my favourite reality tv franchises and still not be prejudiced by my love of the shows. This book is a must read for anyone who loves any of the Real Housewives franchises. I literally gobbled it down. I loved getting some behind the scenes/insider details of some of my favourite franchises and favourite ladies. A fun read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley and #bookouture for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. An atmospheric read that captured and held my attention from the very first chapter. Sophie relocates to London for her dream job which includes a rent free apartment. Why does she feel like she is being watched and then an ex employee tells her to leave her new job as it's not as good as it seems.A thoroughly enjoyable thriller ⭐⭐⭐⭐

My first Emily Henry read, what took me so long?! I loved this book! Bestfriends Poppy and Alex are the polar opposites of each other-Poppy is free spirited, Alex is quiet and reserved. Every year they go away on a holiday together and have the best time...until 2 years ago when their friendship was torn apart. An enchanting read with very lovable characters, a fast paced read too. This book left me with a smile on my face. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This was a thoroughly relatable on some levels and enjoyable read for me about women tricked into joining a health retreat only to discover they are being secretly filmed and exploited in a weightloss reality style show. I related so much to the characters and their struggles and how they feel about their bodies and themselves. I loved the commaraderie between the women. An engaging read that I couldn't put down.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thanks to #netgalley and bookouture for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. Yet another great domestic thriller in the D.I Dan Reilly series- like all of the books so far in this series, but can be a stand alone read. This one centres around a perfect teen girl who goes out one night and ends up going missing. We then delve into many intricate webs of lies from both her and her family and family friends....a mesmerising read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

A captivating, heartfelt read for anyone who understands the unconditional love of a dog or any other animal and how their love and companionship can help heal us in so many ways. This story had me smiling, getting angry and also in tears. I loved that it was told through the pov not only of Adam the corporate highflyer whose temper leads to the loss of his job and marriage, but also through the pov of Chance one of the goodest boys ever. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The first chapter had me hooked....a newly single mother and her daughter moving into a new home...someone is watching them and doesn't want them moving into 'his home'....this got me ready for a suspense filled thriller and I continued reading hoping it would be one. Sadly, after the first chapter it was all kind of downhill from there...It was too light on suspense for my tastes...It wasn't a DNF for me but it was a forgettable read ⭐

If like me you love anything serial killery then this book is for you. John Wayne has been obsessed with serial killers from a young age...he even likes to tell people he was named after John Wayne Gacy (which he wasn't). Now there is a serial killer in John Waynes town and he is determined to use all the serial killer knowledge he has gained to hunt them down, all whilst keeping his own desires to become a serial killer under control.⭐⭐⭐⭐

⭐⭐⭐⭐Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. A great thriller for me to end 2021 on. A psychologist who has her own demons...her patient who tells her he is a serial killer and her older partner who is also her rather creepy mentor....this book had me captivated from the start. I loved how dark the characters were and how their secrets were slowly revealed. #akillersecret #jeffberney