Two Riders Were Approaching: The Life and Death of Jimi Hendrix by Mick Wall, the internationally bestselling author, is a biography of Jimi Hendrix, still thought to be one of the greatest guitarists of all time and the embodiment of rock ‘n’ roll. Although his career only spanned four short years, his influence has inspired musicians throughout the following decades. … [Read more...] about Two Riders Were Approaching: The Life and Death of Jimi Hendrix by Mick Wall – Book Review
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Gift of Spells, Gift of Dreams, Gift of Flowers and Gift of Crystals – Book Review
Image Credit: Rockpool Publishing Rockpool Publishing has released a special edition set for the gifting season. You might like to read just one or the whole set: The Gift of Spells – by Lucy Cavendish The Gift of Spells promises to open the door to a world of magick, spiritual empowerment and happiness. The chapters cover: spell crafting cycles and magickal training, … [Read more...] about Gift of Spells, Gift of Dreams, Gift of Flowers and Gift of Crystals – Book Review
Many Rivers to Cross by Peter Robinson – Book Review
Many Rivers to Cross by Peter Robinson is the twenty-sixth instalment of the internationally bestselling DCI Banks series. On the Eastside Estate in Eastvale, Yorkshire, dustbin men have found the dead body of a young boy, aged 12 or 13. He has been crammed into a bin belonging to an elderly lady, who put her rubbish out at 10pm the previous night. DS Alan Banks and DI … [Read more...] about Many Rivers to Cross by Peter Robinson – Book Review
Between the Stops by Sandi Toksvig – Book Review
Between the Stops by Sandi Toksvig is the long-awaited memoir from one of Britain’s best-loved celebrities. Best known as the presenter of QI and Great British Bakeoff star, this is an autobiography with a difference. Sandi relates stories from her life and the history of London via her seat, preferably front right, on the top deck of a number 12 bus whilst on her way to the … [Read more...] about Between the Stops by Sandi Toksvig – Book Review
Venus and Aphrodite by Bettany Hughes – Book Review
Venus was originally called Aphrodite by the Greeks, so this book covers everything you need to know about the fascinating history of this Goddess. The story beings in Cyprus with the goddess’s mythical birthplace and ends in modern-day. We learn about how she was seen a Cypriot spirit of fertility and procreation, but also as a descendant of prehistoric war goddesses. … [Read more...] about Venus and Aphrodite by Bettany Hughes – Book Review