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Nic English's narration of the first book in Greg Woodland's Mick Goodenough series, The Night Whistler is excellent. 4.5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Ann Cleeves latest Vera Stanhope novel is the third book I've read this year set on Lindisfarne (Holy Island), which is in Vera's neck of the woods. The plot is fresh and puzzling and an excellent addition to this series. 
The Rising Tide by Ann Cleevesreview: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Picture book fans: Don't miss out on Sallie Bee Writes a Thank-You Note by Courtney Sheinmel. 
One heck of an adorable story!
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Historical fiction fans: Mixed feelings about The Curious Life of Elizabeth Blackwell by Pamela Holmes
A story based on the life of an admirable woman, but written quite poorly.
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I just read:
Jack and Harry by Tony McKenna, an Aussie outback adventure about two teenage boys who go bush when falsely accused of a crime. A swashbuckling yarn with a few eye-roll moments thrown in. ⭐⭐⭐ here is my review
My review of The Lonely Hearts Cinema Club by David M. Barnett
3 stars
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I met Rachel Amphlett's DS Kay Hunter for the first time last week - another promising crime series to add to my TBR. Book #1 is Scared to Death, which I picked up for free on Amazon ages ago.https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I love Garry Disher's rural Australia, but he doesn't pull any punches about life being less than idyllic in Day's End, #4 of his Paul Hirschhausen series. Demoted to a one-cop town, Hirsch has to deal with the same evildoers as his city counterparts - but on his own. Good solid read!
4.5★ My review of Day's End
I waited far too long to read the unforgettable A Constellation of Vital Phenomena, by Anthony Marra. Awful war, wonderful people, terrific writing.
5★ My review of A Constellation of Vital Phenomena
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Amazing Animal Journeys by Jennifer Cossinshttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The first of a series of six novellas, this is a fun paranormal mystery with a historical flavour featuring a woman who can talk to ghosts.(still available on Netgalley)
Ghost Talker by Byrd Nashreview: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Zoe Carides narration of Robbie Arnott's latest wonderful novel, Limberlost is utterly flawless.5★s
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Under Her Skin, the remarkable story of Fiona Wood, by Aussie author Sue Williamshttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Other Side of Night by Adam Hamdy was an unexpected delight, and I think a lot of our members here would enjoy it!My review:
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An Unnecessary Woman by Rabih Alameddine is a quiet, but beautifully written story about an elderly woman living in Beirut, ensconced with her beloved books. ⭐⭐⭐ here is my review
My review of Hysteria at the Wisteria by Ellen Mary Wilton
2 stars
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Barbara Kingsolver's reinvented David Copperfield set in present-day Appalachia, Demon Copperhead is a moving and thought-provoking read. Wonderful as always. 5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
5 excellent stars for this contemporary domestic drama by an Aussie Author
The Forever Place: An emotional tale of love and redemption by Michelle MontebelloMy review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Here is my review of:Still Life by Sarah Winman
- 4* (9/10).https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Self-Portrait with Nothing by Aimee Pokwatka
SFF with a literary twist. Not bad, not good.
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This was great!
by Kathryn HoreMy review, an enthusiastic 4★
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The Personal Assistant by Kimberly Belle, a social media influencer's success becomes toxic and her life is in danger when a post turns viral.review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Always, Clementine by Carlie Sorosiak
I wish that cute cover would have translated to a more memorable experience. Nevertheless, it's a MG novel and animal-loving tweens will mostly like it far more than I did.
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Kobna Holdbrook-Smith is the perfect narrator for Ben Aaronovitch's popular series, Rivers of London being my first listen, but definitely not my last! 4.5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review for House Arrest: Diary selections from the Pandemic Year March 2020 to March 2021 by Alan Bennett
Disappointed in this latest offering from this normally-excellent author - only rated it 2*.
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My review of 
Xmas Dust by Mel A. Rowe -- 5★ -- 29/10/2022
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My review of
Beyond the Gate by Rhonda Forrest -- 5★ -- 26/10/2022
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