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Apr 04, 2023 07:22PM
Here's my review of Outback by Patricia Wolf, another great addition to the popular Australian Noir sub-genre of crime-thriller fiction. The story follows an unlikely detective duo as they investigate the disappearance of two German nationals in the dry interior of Queensland.
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Anyone who has lived in a small Australian seaside town will recognise the landscape, as well as the characters, of AA Kim Lock's new novel, The Fancies. It kept me smiling a lot of the time.https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Here's my review of Emily St. John Mandel's 2009 debut novel, Last Night in Montreal. It's a complex and somewhat unsettling narrative, with a long-unsolved mystery at its heart.
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Just finished
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future...: Twists and Turns and Lessons Learned by Michael J. FoxMy review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I enjoy romance novels, but I think I’m in the wrong demographic for Can I Steal You for a Second?, the second book in the Marry Me, Juliet series by Aussie author, Jodi McAlister. 3.5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
After the Smoke Clears by AA Kylie Kaden is an intriguing small town mysteryreview: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Read a couple of lovely middle-grade novels, both picked because of their beautiful covers. ;)1. The Nowhere Thief by Alice MacLennan Ross
An imaginative multiverse story.
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2. A Breath of Mischief by MarcyKate Connolly
This one will work only for the right age group. But it is a fun story nonetheless.
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My review for: Thirst for Salt by Madelaine Lucas
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
4⭐️s
My review of
The Blackhouse, a slow developing but very atmospheric mystery set in the Outer Hebrides.https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
3.5 stars for historical fiction
Becoming Mrs Mulberry by Aussie Author Jackie FrenchMy review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review of The Crowded Grave: A Mystery of the French Countryside by Martin Walker
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Of course I knew of Louis Pasteur, but I had no idea he was responsible for preventing so many diseases (not to mention first figuring out what was spoiling French wines! 😊).Another great one for the kids (and their ignorant grown-ups).
5★ My review of Louis Pasteur with several illustrations
The Short Story Club group is reading some classic short stories I've missed. I loved Nikolai Gogol's funny and sad The Overcoat, a famous Russian story, often claimed to be the best of its kind.
5★ My review of The Overcoat
A Child's Goodbye by Ali Mercer
A mixed bag for me, but might work for the right reader.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I love the story in Meredith Appleyard's latest novel, Becoming Beth, but I've discovered that Karyn O'Neill is NOT my favourite narrator, bringing the rating down to 4★s.https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review of The Scottish Ladies' Detective Agency by Lydia Travers
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The Rat Catcher: A Love Story is a historic romance novella by Australian author Kim Kelly. Set in Sydney in 1900 during an outbreak of Bubonic plague Patrick O’Malley is employed catching rats but wonders if this is a suitable career for one trying to court the beautiful Rosie. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ here is my review
House of Thieves is a collection of short stories by Hawaiian author Kaui Hart Hemmings. They are well written somewhat poignant, angsty stories about teens, families and parents. Here is my review
The Stationery Shop of Tehran by Turkish Iranian Marjan Kamali is a bittersweet love story set amongst the turbulent times of the 1953 political coup in Iran. Here is my review
I was completely captivated by this enchanting debut novel from Aussie author Rijn Collins, Fed to Red Birds . More please! 5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Anyone in the mood for a feel-good happy-ever-after romance might like to try Jennifer Page's debut novel, The Little Board Game Cafe. 5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review for
The Wonderful Thing About Phoenix Rose by Josephine Moon
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The Wonderful Thing About Phoenix Rose by Josephine Moonhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review of
The Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell
4 stars
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Ukulele of Death by E.J. Copperman is an entertaining cosy mystery with very unusual brother and sister private investigatorsreview: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Spider King's Daughter by Nigerian author Chibundu Onuzo is a romance with elements of suspense and political intrigue. Abike is the daughter of a wealthy Nigerian businessman who falls in love with a handsome but poor street hawker. The book is on the list of 50 Books by African Woman that Everyone Should Read. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ here is my review
The Tale of Aypi is the first book written by a Turkmen author to be translated into English. The author Ak Welsapar was imprisoned for 18 months before fleeing his country. His books are still banned in Turkmenistan. This story is about the bravery of a fisherman resisting the government relocation of his village. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ my review
I really enjoyed my second dose of Philipp Schott's Dr Bannerman Vet Mysteries, Six Ostriches, and I'm pleased to see there's a third in the works, Eleven Huskies. 5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review for
Red Jack and the Ragged Thirteen by Greg Barron
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Red Jack and the Ragged Thirteen by Greg Barronhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Normal People by Irish author Sally Rooney is a contemporary romance novel which deals with the on and off romance between students Connell and Marianne. The book was longlisted for the Man Booker award. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ here is my review
Despite some woeful mispronunciations, Nicole Gulasekharam's narration of Kim Lock's latest entertaining novel, The Fancies, is quite enjoyable. 5★shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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