Over The Garden Fence

Over The Garden Fence

By Karen Louise Hollis

Genre:-Women's Romance/Women's Contemporary

Pages:-334

Blurb:-What can two elderly women do, when they want to live their best lives, but don't know where to start?

 Next-door neighbours, Molly and Janice, are in their seventies and are both widowed and lonely. In lockdown, they had their garden fence removed so they could have socially-distanced chats outside. Now the pandemic is over, but the conversation continues. In fact, it has become a daily ritual-weather permitting.

As their friendship develops, talk turns from news headlines, the Sewing Bee and the Royal Family to their own long-lost hopes and dreams. Is it ever too late to contact a former boyfriend? Or to heal family rifts? Or to try new things? Of course not! Because growing older doesn't mean giving up.

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My Review:-Janice and Molly are elderly characters, which I love see in books. They has a lovely friendship, always there for each other. When we were all told to stay at home and social distance, some people found this hard but Janice and Molly found a way to keep their friendship strong. the fence between gardens was taken down and they could put the world to rights with cups of tea and still stay safe. I don't want to say to much as this is a lovely stories to read yourself, it will have you laughing. 

 Karen made this book so easy to read. The way Karen has wrote it makes you feel that you're sitting in the garden with Janice and Molly. Even having conversations about Strictly, The Chase, name but a few. 

I will be recommending this book to friends 

Artificial Wisdom-Read Along

Artificial Wisdom-Read along Starts today

Artificial Wisdom

By Thomas R. Weaver

Genre:-Crime/Thriller/Mystery

Pages:-386

Publisher:-Chainmaker Press

Blurb:-SALVATION HAS A PRICE.

 A enthralling murder mystery with a vividly realised future world, forcing readers to grapple hard hitting questions about the climate crisis, our relationship with Artificial Intelligence and the price we would be willing to pay, as a species, to be saved. Perfect for fans of Blake Crouch, Neal Stephenson, Philip K Dick, Kim Stanley Robinson and RR Haywood. It's 2050, a decade after a heatwave that killed four hundred million across the Persian Gulf, including journalist Marcus Tully's wife. Now he must uncover the truth: was the disaster natural? Or is the weather now a weapon of genocide? A whistleblower pulls Tully into a murder investigation at the centre of an election battle for a global dictator, with a mandate to prevent a climate apocalypse. A former US President campaign's against the first Al politician of the position, but someone is trying to sway the outcome. Tully must convince the world to face the truth and make hard choices about the future of the species. But will humanity ultimately choose salvation over freedom, whatever the cost?

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Where the f**k is Blonduos

Where the f**k is Blonduos

By Emma Strandberg

Genre:-Non Fiction/Travel Writing

Pages:-216

Blurb:-"Where the f**k is Blonduos? is both a triumph of travel writing and a masterpiece of memoir. It deserves a space on every bookcase and in every suitcase" Richard Moriarty-The Sun

 Having survived a terrifying burglary, Emma had reached a point in life where she feared being awake and dreaded falling asleep. She grabbed her late mother's notebooks, packed her car with warm clothes, a swimsuit that had seen better days, a set of winter tyres and a brand new tent, and caught a ferry to Iceland.

 Surtsey was an unexpected eruption-just as my own birth was unplanned and something of an interruption. So captivated by the magic of Iceland, our mother returned home with a bar of Toblerone for each of us. There were no hugs or questions as to our welfare. My sisters and I had been alone for three weeks. I was almost 5 years old.

 Inspired by a six-month journey to Iceland in wintertime, "Where the f**k is Blonduos?" is moving, honest, and entertaining. Why would a middle-aged woman choose to spend a winter alone in the far north of Iceland? It's a fair question, though the answer isn't quite so straightforward.

 I dreamed of lying on a blanket gazing up into the night sky, holding my breath in anticipation of the colourful aurora that may soon dance overhead, without being asked, "Will you be long?"

 Battling the elements, conquering her fears, and learning to knit, all under the watchful gaze of the small community, Emma made sense of the past, found peace with the present, and felt strong enough to deal with the future.

 'Authentic, gripping, and as vivid as a cold winter's night, this inspirational Icelandic adventure will take you on an unforgettable journey of discovery and healing" Chris Riches-Daily Express

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My Review:-Emma Strandberg has had enough, no more sleepless nights and fear that someone is going to get into her house. Emma make up her mind what she was going to do, well in a way she knows. Emma packs her car with what she needs, firstly her late mother's notebooks, warm clothes, winter tyres and of course a bran new tent. Heading to a remote part of Northern Iceland, just as her mother had done fifty years before. This is not like any other travel book, Emma shows that there is more to do than the everyday places to eat or visit. I love that Emma took the time to learn to knit, buying every size needles and almost the same as wool, not something you would expect on holiday, (I would love this part as knitting/crocheting is one of my hobbies). I did like the PPS: ESSENTIAL ITEMS AND PPPS: RULES OF THE ROAD at the back of the book. My son and his wife went to Iceland a few years ago, so I've gave him this book as they are going back over to Iceland. I really enjoyed this book as it's not like any other and I felt like I went on the journey with Emma.

Meet Me In The Dark

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Meet Me In The Dark (Bad Heroes #3)

By Jo Brenner

Genre:-Why Choose/Dark Navy Seals Romance

Blurb:-

❤Why Choose

❤Bad ASS FMC

❤Touch Her/Him and Di3

❤Blud Play

❤Forc3d Proximity

❤Second Chance

❤Sword Crossing

❤CNC

❤Guaranteed HEA

Obsession tied them together. She won't let anything tear them apart.

For Micah, Luke, and Conor, there are no limits to why they'll do to win Kara's heart. Lie, cheat, steal...and kill. But just when it seems like they've succeeded, an old enemy strikes. The ex-Navy SEALs will do anything to keep Kara safe-including surrendering to the predator intent on destroying them. But Kara refuses to lose them. After years of them protecting her, it's time to return the favor. And if it involves payback against their enemy, well, she's not the woman she used to be. Running was easy when she had nothing to lose. But now? Forged into someone stronger, she's no longer afraid of her own power. Kara's determined to fight-for her men, for their family, and for herself.

 Even if it means the fight of her life.

Meet Me In The Dark is the third and final book in the Bad Heroes series and ends with an HEA. The heroine never has to choose her and each between the heroes for her HEA, and the heroes choose her and each other. Please check the author's website, jobrenner dot com, for content notes. 

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One Year After You

One Year After You

By Shari Low

Genre:-Women's Contemporary Fiction/Women's Romance Fiction

Pages:-319

Publisher:-Boldwood Books

Blurb:-Brand NEW for 2024 from the fabulous Shari Low. After the #1 bestseller One Day with You, comes One Year After You. Twenty-four hours. Four shocking secrets. One tumultuous tale of love, loss and second chances.

 One year ago today, Tress Walker's husband was killed in a car accident, on a trip with his secret mistress whilst Tress gave birth to their son. But as time moves on, Tress has to choose whether to protect her fragile heart or open it to love again.

 Noah Clark was equally devastated to discover his wife and his best friend were having an affair. Now the love of his life is asking for a second chance. But can there ever be a way back once the trust is broken?

 For forty years, the fabulous Odette Devine has been a beloved actress on a Scottish TV show. Today she is broken, betrayed, and desperate to find out if this is her payback for a lie she told four decades ago. Noah's sister Keli Clark has recently been ghosted by the man she loves. When a message from a complete stranger reveals the reason why, Keli will have to decide whether to forgive, forget, or make sure he pays.

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My Review:-The story is set over one day. A year since the life of all the characters changed. We meet Odette Devine, once an actress that worked on Scottish television for many years. Tess Walker who's husband, Max died in a car accident while on the way to see his secret mistress, and Tess was in hospital given birth to their baby son, Buddy. Noah Clark who's wife was having an affair with Noah's best friend. And Keli Clark, sister to Noah, has been ghosted by the man she loves. Life isn't as simple as you might think. There is a secret that they all hold, but what can it be? There is also a twist that you won't expect. I don't do spoilers, but I will say this is a must read. This book will have you crying and laughing as you turn the pages. Shari has made this story as if it was a day in real life and we all will connect with one if not more of than one characters. 

Blackwolf

Blackwolf

By Phil Gilvin

Genre:-Sci-Fi, YA Post-apocalyptic

Pages:-340

Blurb:-DISEASE STALKS THE LAND LIKE A WOLF, BUT THE FIGHTING GOES ON. AND IF YOU'RE CAUGHT UP IN IT, WHO CAN YOU TRUST?

2150, the Women's Republic of Anglia. The world, transformed by climate change, dwindling resources and successive epidemics, is in danger of descending into chaos. Ex-truth Sister Clara Perdue, having escaped the great flood of London, has become separated from her friend Jack Pike and is now trying to reach Wight, where her mother Sophia is in prison. But once she makes it there, how can she avoid capture herself? And how can she help Sophia?

 Meanwhile, Jack has fallen in with Hurn, a warlike chieftain in the lawless lands between Anglia and Wessex. Can he find new friendships and forget Clara? And when the Wessex army attack, can he face his doubts and fight? And while Hurn seeks to steal a virus weapon, another plague is sweeping through Britain. Can Clara and Jack survive?

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A Drop of Venom

A Drop of Venom

By Sajni Patel

Genre:-YA

Pages:-416

Publisher:-PRH International

Blurb:-Circe goes YA in this unapologetically feminist retelling of the Medusa myth steeped in Indian mythology-a YA epic fantasy addition to the Rick Riordan Presents imprint.

 All monsters and heroes have beginnings. This is mine.

 Sixteen-year-old Manisha is no stranger to monsters-she's been running from them for years, from beasts who roam the jungle to the King's army, who forced her people, the naga, to scatter to the ends of the earth. You might think that the kingdom's famed holy temples atop the floating mountains, where Manisha is now a priestess, would be safe-but you would be wrong. Seventeen-year-old Pratyush is a farmed slayer of monsters, one of the King's most prized warriors and a frequent visitor to the floating temples. For every monster the slayer kills, years are added to his life. You might think such a powerful warrior could do whatever he wants, but true power lies with the King. Tired after years of fighting, Pratyush wants nothing more than a peaceful, respectable life. When Pratyush and Manisha meet, each sees in the other the possibility to chart a new path. Unfortunately, the kingdom's powerful have other plans. A temple visitor sexually assaults Manisha and pushes her off the mountain into a pit of vipers. A month later, the King sends Pratyush off to kill one last monster (a powerful nagin who has been turning men to stone) before he'll consider granting the slayer his freedom.

 Except Manisha doesn't die, despite the hundreds of snake bites covering her body and the venom running through her veins. She rises from the pit more powerful than ever before, with heightened senses, armor-like skin, and blood that can turn people to stone. And Pratyush doesn't know it, but the "monster" he's been sent to kill is none other than the girl he wants to marry.

Alternating between Manisha's and Pratyush's perspectives, Sajni Patel weaves together lush language, high stakes, and page-turning suspense, demanding an answer to the question "What does it truly mean to be a monster?"

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My Review:-I know the story of Medusa, but this is so much more. We have Greek mythology mixed with Indian mythology (folklore). Pratyush is seventeen-year-old and the last of his kind, but also one of the best monster slayers that works for the King. Manisha is a sixteen-year-old temple priestess, and can turn men to stone. Manisha sees Pratyush when he visits the temple, but she doesn't know he only goes to see and talk to her. Manisha is sexually assaulted in a violent way, and kicked into a hole of venomous vipers, but with the help from magic and golden serpent companion Noni, Manisha survives. Pratyush is sent by the king to fight the Serpent Queen and bring him the head back. But nothing is going to be that simple. This story is filled with so much that had me reading it in two sitting as I wanted to know the end, and I wasn't disappointed. I will say that you need to read the notes from Sajni at the beginning just so you know what triggers are in this book. The cover had me, even before I read the blurb.