Becky by Sarah May - Becky Sharp has a stubborn streak, which is urging her to leave her deadbeat life in the lousy town where she grew up. Becky’s obstinate personality has made her determined, not only to reach the heights of society but, also, to climb to the very pinnacle of the career ladder. AND – she is not averse to ruining the lives of anyone who gets in her … [Read more...] about Becky by Sarah May – Book Review
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Shirley by Ronnie Scott – Book Review
Shirley by Ronnie Scott is a modern tale of the daughter of an influential celebrity, who suddenly realises that she needs to find out who loves and admires her for herself, and not for her connections. Twenty years ago her mother was photographed as she stood, blood-soaked, outside “Shirley”, the family home. The infamous TV food personality then fled the country. Years … [Read more...] about Shirley by Ronnie Scott – Book Review
Fling by Joseph Murray – Book Review
Fling by Joseph Murray – is a love story that proves that an affair doesn’t always lead to infidelity. When Tara and Colin first met, for Tara it was love at first sight, and for Colin, love at first fight! It seems they were meant for each other.After six years of marriage and three failed rounds of IVF, however, their marriage is in crisis. Unknown to each … [Read more...] about Fling by Joseph Murray – Book Review
Promise Boys by Nick Brooks – Book Review
Promise Boys by Nick Brooks leads the way in Young Adults crime fiction. It is set in the North EastDistrict of Columbia, USA, and tells of three teenage boys of colour who must clear their namesregarding the murder of their school principal. To achieve this they must set up their own investigationsbefore the police pin the crime on one or all of them! J. B., Ramon and Trey … [Read more...] about Promise Boys by Nick Brooks – Book Review
The Atlas Paradox by Olivie Blake – Book Review
The Atlas Paradox by Olivie Blake is the intense, dark, academia sequel to her viral sensation, The Atlas Six, which became a Sunday Times bestseller. Inside the Alexandrian Society, former alliances will be tested to the limit, hearts will be broken and everyone must choose a side. Six magicians were offered the opportunity of a lifetime. Five are now members of … [Read more...] about The Atlas Paradox by Olivie Blake – Book Review