Island on the Edge of the World by Deborah Rodriguez, the international bestselling author of The Little Coffee Shop of Kabul, is set in the exotic but chaotic land of Haiti. Charlie, age 27, is estranged from her mother, April, and step-father, Jim, whose calling has taken them to Haiti. Living with her grandmother, Charlie works as a hairdresser in her grandmother’s … [Read more...] about Island on the Edge of the World by Deborah Rodriguez – 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
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
Walks in Nature – Australia – by Anna Carlie – Book Review
Walks in Nature promises easy escapes into unspoiled landscapes complete with foodie stops. The walks are divided into location – NSW, ACT, Victoria, South Australia, WA, Queensland and Tasmania. Anna says the book includes “112 incredible walks that’ll have you escaping into nature, climbing mountains, exploring ancient rainforests, dropping into hidden valleys, swimming … [Read more...] about Walks in Nature – Australia – by Anna Carlie – Book Review