Top of the Books 2014
It’s that time again to shout about the best books I read this year. I’ve split my lists into adult and young adult, not because I think one can’t stand up to the other, but it’s an excuse to include…
The Door That Led to Where
AJ’s failed all his GCSEs except one; English. He loves disappearing into worlds other than his own. His mother, the Red Lizard, couldn’t care less about him unless he’s bringing money in. When AJ lands an interview at a top…
Incoming: Christmas Edition
AKA Showcase Sunday I hope everyone’s been enjoying the holidays! I’m half-way through my time off and have been reading like a demon to meet my goal for 2014. I’m nearly there! Amongst my presents from Josh were some books,…
Love Letters to the Dead
When Laurel receives an English assignment to write a letter to a dead person, she chooses Kurt Cobain. He was her sister’s favourite musician and they both died young. When it comes time to hand it in, Laurel suddenly finds…
A Christmas Carol
There’s more of gravy than of the grave about you! A Christmas Carol needs no introduction. Having watched many an adaptation every Christmas, this is the first year I’ve actually got round to reading the book. It’s novella length and…
An English Boy in New York
An English Boy in New York is the sequel to Boys Don’t Knit and therefore this review may contain spoilers for the previous book. Ben had almost forgot his prize included a trip to KnitFair USA in New York. Now…
The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Returning to his childhood home for a funeral, a man’s memories are stirred by the farm at the end of the lane. A place with a pond that the youngest Hempstock swore was an ocean. He remembers the three women…
The Year of the Ladybird
In the searing heat of the summer of 1976, David sets off to Skegness in search of work. He had never known his father, but had one photo of them together on the beach there. He soon lands himself a…
The Islanders
Following the death of his mother, Olivier is stranded in a snowy Versailles over Christmas. When he goes to ask his neighbour for the phonebook, an old flame opens the door. He hasn’t seen his high school love Jeanne in…
A Thousand Pieces of You
Marguerite’s parents are the physicists behind the Firebird; a device that makes travel between dimensions possible. When her father is murdered and the prime suspect disappears, Marguerite doesn’t hesitate to track him down. The only problem is, he’s no longer…
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