Coincidentally in Venice

Coincidentally in Venice

By Kate Zarrelli

Genre:-Contemporary Rom Com

Pages:-211

Blurb:-Best friends Ashley and Juliet, who've been made redundant from their marketing jobs during Covid, at last get to go to Venice. The long days of lockdown were made a little easier by looking at webcams of the deserted city. One day, Ash spied a man walking his dog in Campo Santa Maria Formosa. What would happen if she were to meet him for real?

 Though Jules hits it off with a handsome waiter, and both girls take the opportunity to think through big career changes, things otherwise don't go quite according to plan. And why is it that boring Joe from Accounts keeps turning up where he's not supposed to be? Only, whoever falls in love with Venice won't stay boring for long, and Joe unwittingly find himself at the centre of a trade in faked artworks.

 Coincidentally in Venice is a joyous celebration of love, friendship, vintage clothes to die for, Prosecco and spaghetti alle vongole. Oh, and not to mention a stolen gondola, a dog called Killer, ten thousand fictitious virgins and an old Grateful Dead t-shirt.

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My Review:-Ashley and Juliet are best friends. They finally get to go to Venice after being made redundant during Covid from a marketing job they had. After watching webcam of Venice, they dream was about to start. Will they find Venice just as beautiful as it is on webcam? Its not long before Venice starts to surprise them in more ways than they thought. Also why is Joe from accounts always turning up in places he shouldn't? I love the friendship that Ashley and Juliet share. When we think of Venice you automatically think gondolas, love, romance, food and friendship. We have all of that with an added bit of mystery. Oh keep a watch out for a stolen gondola and a dog called Killer.

Deadish

Deadish

By Alex Lancer

Narrator:-Gill Mills

Genre:-Humour

Listening Length:-7hours 57minutes

Pages:-385

Blurb:-Humorously told with hilarious personal anecdotes and real-life stories that shed light on the eccentric things that go on behind closed hospital doors, Deadish is a delightful blend of dark humour and absurdism that celebrates the medical world while poking fun at hospital bureaucracy.

 Rife with interneccine warfare of office politics, medical misadventures, and stories told after one too many drinks, you'll follow the lives of Ashley and Chris, two junior surgeons at Serenity Hospital, as they struggle with domineering management, awkward patient encounters, and unintentionally amusing events that make you want to laugh out loud.

 As the pair fight to save their patients-and sometimes their own lives-they reveal the real human connections behind every story that give profound meaning to their hard work and sacrifice!

 As a must-read potential patients, nurse, doctors, and anybody who wants to have a laugh as they gain a deeper insight into what goes on inside hospitals, Deadish is an absurd and hilarious read that uses black comedy to uncover the authentic stories of the medical world.

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My Review:-I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing Deadish in book form, so having it red to me was something I was looking forward to. I always find reading and listening to the same book is always different. The book has a mixture of laugh-out-loud moments as well some heartbreaking ones. It was easy to listen to as well as clear to understand the narrator. This would make a great read for anyone in the medical field or is interested in it.

The Dream Cure

The Dream Cure

By Theresa Cheung

Genre:-Psychology and Dreams/Non Fiction

Pages:-288

Publisher:-Thorsons

Blurb:-Decode your dreams and heal your life.

 In Dream Cure Theresa Cheung brings her expertise to unravel the mysteries behind common dreams, exploring their deeper meanings and implications for personal growth. She empowers readers to navigate the intricate landscape of their dreams, fostering a deeper understanding of their own psyche. Cheung guides readers on a path of self-discovery, helping them harness the power of dreams to resolve anxieties, overcome obstacles and ignite positive transformation.

 This book is the ultimate guide for anyone seeking to unlock the potential of their dreams as a tool for healing and self-improvement. Whether you're plagued by recurring nightmares, seeking guidance on major life decisions, simply curious about the hidden depths of your subconscious, The Dream Cure offers a wealth of wisdom and practical advice.

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My Review:-I've always been interested in what your dreams mean, so when I seen The Dream Cure, I knew I had to give it a go. Because I don't sleep much, it is not easy to remember or understand most of my dreams, but there are ones that I would like to know

 Theresa Cheung shares her understanding into dreams, and exploring their meaning. Theresa has put the book into 5 lessons, The stuff of your dreams, How to interpret your dreams, Your life in your dreams, Dreaming in your darkness, Design your own dreams, along with the conclusion. Each lesson has been put into smaller section to help you understand more. I did like the idea of writing your dreams down on single sheets of paper and putting them away to bring out at a later time. Theresa has also included  dream cure journal templates that you can use. It's a book that you can keep picking up and learn more.

Haunt Your Heart Out

Haunt Your Heart Out

By Amber Roberts

Genre:-Romance/Paranormal Romance/Humour

Pages:-304

Publisher:-Penguin

Blurb:-A small-town seasonal romcom about a dashing ghost hunter and the bookseller who made up the ghosts he's chasing. Perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls and Ashley Poston.

 Two strangers, one 'spooky' town...Will they catch ghosts or feelings?

Lex has one rule for dating: no tourists, newcomers, or anyone bound to leave her behind in her sleepy Vermont hometown. Until she hitches a ride with a handsome stranger who later shows up at her quiet bookshop job and now all the walls she's built over the years begin to crumble...

 James is a filmmaker looking into the town's 'haunted' landmarks-viral ghost stories Lex made up anonymously a a teenager. Lex can't resist getting involved because if her secret gets out, it could ruin her chances of one day owning the bookshop. After all, James's stay is only temporary and her career dreams come first. But as they spend more time together, Lex realises she's falling for James. Worse, his mission isn't as frivolous as it seems, and her tricks may cost him much more than a spooky documentary.

 Will her ghost-faking secret be the end of them?

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My Review:-Lex McCall lives in her snowglobe town Stowe, Vermont. Life hasn't always been easy, but now Lex has the life she's always dreamt of having. She lives in a house that she inherited from her grandfather, she also works in a place that she loves, a little book shop. So when she found that she could buy the bookstore, she knew it was going to be hers.

 James is a paranormal documentary filmmaker . He arrives in Stowe to find out about the ghost stories of the town. Lex has rules when it comes to men and dating...no newcomers or tourists. Is James different from the rest? The only problem she's worried about is, the more time she spends with James, will her secret come out and if so what will happen?

It was nice to see the main character was a thirty-something female, not many books have this. I have to say I could see this as a Hallmark movie, with a Halloween and Christmas mix

Last Orders

Last Orders:-The Seacastle Mysteries (Book 6)

By P.J. Skinner

Genre:-Crime Fiction

Pages:-239

Publisher:-Parkin Press

Blurb:-Local sleuth, Tanya Bowe, attends the long-awaited opening of the Surfusion restaurant. The unexpected arrival of a famous food critic raises the stakes for the owners and increases the buzz of excitement. The evening takes a dark turn when he collapses into his coffee, hours after a scathing review goes live on his blog. The owners are prime suspects for his murder, but Tanya is convinced of their innocence and vows to clear their names.

As Tanya digs deeper, what at first seems like an open-and-shut case unravels into a web of intrigue. Is the famous critic even the intended victim of the crime? Tanya Bowe has her work cut out for her as hidden motives lead to simmering tensions among her friends.

With time running out and Surfusion’s future on the line, can Tanya unmask the culprit before it’s too late?

Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries, this gripping tale of deception, friendship, and culinary intrigue will keep you guessing until the very end.

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My Review:-Last Orders is Book Six in 'The Seacastle Mysteries' series, I've been lucky enough in reading and reviewing all the other books in the series, so only to happy to read this one. Don't worry if you haven't read the other books, this can also be read as a standalone, as PJ Skinner adds all details you need to know. Tanya Bowe, along with her sister Helen and ex-husband George are at the opening of a new restaurant, Surfusion. Also at the opening was Leonard Black, the most famous restaurant critic in Britain, only problem was nobody knew who he is, he's an enigma as Rohan put it. But things don't go to plan when Leonard dies at Surfusion. It's up to Tanya and her trusted gang to look into it. As Tanya starts to look closer into the case, she notices that things aren't adding up and it's not as simple as first seemed. Will Tanya and the gang solve the case before the Surfusion has to close?

 I like PJ's story plots, she has so many little twists that it has you guesting the whys and who. I love everything about her books, along with the characters they all fit nicely together.

Ellie the Crocodile Goes To Gymnastics

Ellie the Crocodile Goes To Gymnastics

By Emily Bardwell

Genre:-Children's Fiction

Ages:-2-5 years

Blurb:-

Ellie’s plans for a fun day at the park are dampened by the rain. So when Patrick suggests gymnastics instead, Ellie embarks on a new adventure filled with trampolines, beams, and monkey bars.

Will Ellie have the courage to try something new?

This is a story about being brave, facing your fears, and believing in yourself.

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Buy Link-

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ellie-Crocodile-gymnastics-Emily-Bardwell-ebook/dp/BODF5WC262

Goodreads

https://www.goodreads.com/books/show/218130236-ellie-the-crocodile-goes-to-gymnastics

Paths Not Yet Taken

Paths Not Yet Taken

By Philip Rennett

Genre:-Contemporary/Satire/Humour

Pages:-344

Publisher:-Pea Arr Books

Blurb:-Set over five days of late summer, Paths Not Yet Taken is 340 intriguing, compelling pages of crises, action and emotional drama, punctuated by dry observational humour.

 A breezy satire that offers hope to us all...eventually.

In a Midlands food warehouse, a Government visit goes badly wrong. The prime minister vanishes without trace before he's had the chance to wave his German sausage at the gathered media. The consequent nationwide search creates massive issues for government, the security services, a local police force, and for a keyboard terrorist who finds the missing man.

 Chaos ensues involving drink, dogs, guns and golf. And that's just at one small end-of-terrace house. Elsewhere, a van explodes, a prospective leader loses it before he's even started leading, and an assassination attempt goes badly wrong. Twice.

 Ultimately, one man's spur-of-the-moment decision is the catalyst for others to reflect on their own lives and to consider decisive actions of their own.

Just try not to think about the sausage.

Paths Not Yet Taken-winner of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award

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My Review:-Not sure what I was expecting, but I'm glad I decided to read it. Simon Pope is a warehouse worker, but not just any warehouse worker, he was also known as Esteban Canafanta to his online brethren on @TheTrth, the dark web platform and to the intelligence service. When the Prime Minister goes missing on a visit to the Midlands food distribution centre where Simon works, a search is launch. How and why is Simon at the front of things? 

 I enjoyed the storyline with it's short, quick chapters and great believable characters. There are plenty of twists and turns, along the way with multiple threads.