Mary’s Last Dance by Mary Li is her own story, written as a sequel to that of her husband, Li Cunxin’s, bestselling memoir, Mao's Last Dancer. Mary’s Last Dance tells of her passion for ballet and her determination to succeed in her chosen career, that of a principal dancer, and so much more. Mary’s childhood was spent in Rockhampton, Queensland, living with her wonderfully … [Read more...] about Mary’s Last Dance by Mary Li – Book Review
The Werewolves Who Weren’t by T. C. Shelley – Book Review
The Werewolves Who Weren’t by T. C. Shelley is the enchanting second book in this wonderful new series that introduced us to Sam, who is half-monster and half-fairy. Accompanied by his gargoyle friends, Bladder, Wheedle and Spigot, Sam is now living with the Kavanahs, a loving human family. Determined to live a human life, he is about to start secondary school. Before he has … [Read more...] about The Werewolves Who Weren’t by T. C. Shelley – Book Review
The Promise by Lucy Diamond – Book Review
The Promise by Lucy Diamond, the Sunday Times bestselling author, is her heart-wrenching new novel that will enthral existing devotees and new readers alike. When his brother, Patrick, dies after drowning in the Thames, Dan steps up to to help Patrick’s wife, Zoe, cope with her loss. He cancels his trip to South America and uses his two month sabbatical to spend time with … [Read more...] about The Promise by Lucy Diamond – Book Review
Together by Christmas by Karen Swan – Book Review
Together by Christmas by Karen Swan is this popular author’s Christmas novel for the year. Lee Fitch is an award winning photographer/reporter, who has worked overseas, often in war-torn parts of the world where life with fellow reporter, Harry Cunningham, was often traumatic. She has put that behind her now, however, redefined her career as a celebrity photographer and … [Read more...] about Together by Christmas by Karen Swan – Book Review
The Book Collectors of Daraya by Delphine Minoui – Book Review
The Book Collectors of Daraya by Delphine Minoui and translated from the French by Lara Vergnaud “There is no jail that can imprison the free word, nor is there a siege tight enough that can prevent the spread of information.” MAZEN DARWISH, Syrian human rights activist, in a speech given on April 23, 2016, following his release from jail in 2015.In 2012 the rebel suburb of … [Read more...] about The Book Collectors of Daraya by Delphine Minoui – Book Review