The Really Resilient Guide by Andry Anastasis McFarlane

Today I’m starting the book tour for The Really Resilient Guide by Andry Anastasis McFarlane. Thank you to Helen Lewis at Literally PR for the invitation and copy of the book. Synopsis: The world of work has become virtually unrecognisable. Constant uncertainty, short-term contracts, high staff turnover, budget cuts and a lack of financial security.… Continue reading The Really Resilient Guide by Andry Anastasis McFarlane

Guardians of the Planet: How to be an Eco-Hero by Clive Gifford and Jonathan Woodward

Thank you to Kelly at Love Books Group for the opportunity to read and review this important book. Thank you to Buster Books for a copy of the hardback book to review. Synopsis: This environmentally positive book contains everything children need to become guardians of the planet. Kids can learn how to become keepers of… Continue reading Guardians of the Planet: How to be an Eco-Hero by Clive Gifford and Jonathan Woodward

Books on the Hill Open Dyslexia Kickstarter Project #GuestPost

In my previous employment, I worked with children who needed extra support with their reading and spelling. Many of the children were diagnosed with dyslexia or dyslexic tendencies. So I’m happy to share details of this campaign on my book review blog to make fiction more accessible for people with dyslexia. BOTH Publishing by Books… Continue reading Books on the Hill Open Dyslexia Kickstarter Project #GuestPost

The Summer Job by Lizzy Dent

Today I’m pleased to be sharing my review on here and on my first Bookstagram Tour, for this gorgeous book. Thank you to Ellie Hudson at Viking Books for the invitation and a fabulous finished copy of the book. The end papers are stunning and my teenage daughter crocheted the lobster to match the book… Continue reading The Summer Job by Lizzy Dent

The Girl from the Island by Lorna Cook

Thank you to Avon Books for a digital review copy of the third book by Lorna Cook via Netgalley. I have read and enjoyed The Forgotten Village and The Forbidden Promise (see my review at https://mentoringmumof2bookreviews.home.blog/2020/03/19/bookreview-the-forbidden-promise-by-lorna-cook/) . Synopsis: A world at war. One woman will risk everything. Another will uncover her story. 1940: When the island of Guernsey is invaded… Continue reading The Girl from the Island by Lorna Cook

The Scarlet Dress by Louise Douglas

Thank you to Boldwood Books for a digital copy of The Scarlet Dress to read and review via NetGalley. The book was published in February 2021 and I’m sharing my mini review today. Synopsis: Alice Lang was wearing her favourite scarlet dress when she disappeared twenty-five years ago, and her memory still casts a long… Continue reading The Scarlet Dress by Louise Douglas

Here and Now by Santa Montefiore

I’m pleased to share my review for the latest paperback book by Santa Montefiore on my book blog today. Thank you to Simon and Schuster for a digital review copy – my thoughts are my own and and not influenced by the gift. Today is the paperback publication day and I’m looking forward to buying… Continue reading Here and Now by Santa Montefiore

Another Life by Jodie Chapman

Thank you to Michael Joseph and Penguin Random House for a proof copy of this emotional debut novel, published in the UK on Thursday 1st April 2020. This book is a BBC2 BETWEEN THE COVERS PICK. Here is my mini non spoiler review. Synopsis: She could be the girl dancing on tables one night, and the next… Continue reading Another Life by Jodie Chapman