The prefect explanation of book reading and reviewing – I think I paint my reviews with my own delight or lack of. How do you read/review your reads?
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Best Mystery or Thriller of 2018
This is another category that has so many worthy contenders, if your book did not make it on this list it is because I had to draw the line somewhere or perhaps you featured on another of my lists- sometimes categories overlap.
In no particular order:
Kingdom of the Blind – Louise Penny
The Portrait of Molly Dean – Katherine Kovacic
Anatomy of a Scandal – Sarah Vaughan
Opps…I Missed Posting This One
How did I forget to post this review? My apologies Clare; Clare Macintosh is another author that I take every opportunity to read, her writing is engaging, the plots twisty and unexpected. “Let me Lie” is my latest read.
If you haven’t read any of Clare’s books before I highly recommend them all.
Best Cook Books of 2018
Again this is a very easy category for me to judge as their are a couple of books I continue to use and refer back to.
One is strictly for baking; breads, cakes, tarts, gluten free, dairy free…this book has it all and the recipes are easy to follow. If you love baking give “Love Laugh Bake” by Silvia Colloca a try, you wont regret it.
And then we have something completely different – a book that has given me so much pleasure; it is a visual delight, I love the scenic tour of Italy it provides and the recipes are outstanding – I have tried so many of these, I love the seasonal fruits and vegetables they use. Adriatico is by Paola Bacchia is a musts for your kitchen library.
A Little Sunday Baking
We have visitors staying for a few days so it’s time to dust off the apron – Silvia Colloca’s Gluten Free Lamington Tart is going to hit the spot!
A Special Announcement
I am so pleased to hear some great news from the talented Western Australian author – Sasha Wasley (S D Wasley).
Dear Banjo and True Blue are about to be joined by Love Song in the Daughters of the Outback series.
About Love Song
Out June 4, 2019
When she agreed to tutor Charlie Campbell, falling in love was the last thing on her mind.
At 17, Beth Paterson had just lost her mother and was working hard to get in to university. She didn’t expect to lose her head over a boy – and she certainly didn’t expect him to vanish without even saying goodbye.
These days, Charlie is a big star on the alternative rock scene, while Beth is a respected doctor in her hometown. But her ordered life is thrown into turmoil when Charlie comes back to fight for the tiny community where he was raised. They can’t stop crossing paths any more than Beth can ignore the resurgence of that wild attraction they once shared.
However, Beth Paterson swore no man would ever screw her over again – least of all this man. She’s been protecting her heart since he left and she’s not about to let her guard down now.
Author’s comment on the cover: I love that the cover has gone back to the amazing red and blue spectrum of the Kimberley region. Beth is perfect – strong, solitary and sexy. And the best bit is the handwritten musical notes peeping through, reminding us that Charlie Campbell’s voice is always whispering in the back of Beth’s memory.
And there is more exciting news.
The series, which has been a hit in Australia, is currently in bookstores in Germany and will soon be available as an audio book. 🙂
Even more exciting, Sasha has just sold the film rights to all three novels and we are hoping to soon see Willow, Free and Beth on the screen!
Fantastic news Sasha!!!
Now available for pre-order from your favourite store as paperback or ebook.
Paperback
- Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/0143784560
- Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/love-song-sasha-wasley/prod9780143784562.html
- More outlets: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/love-song-9780143784562
Best Non Fiction Read/Listen in 2018
This was a very easy category for me to decide as two books immediately came to mind – both have left a lasting impression – their stories poignant and engaging. In no particular order, my favourite non fiction reads/listens of 2018 are:
The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather MorrisAnd Evil Has A Name:The Untold Story of the Golden State Killer Investigation by Paul Holes,Jim Clemente,Peter McDonnell
My Picks for Best Crime Fiction Reads of 2018
What a fantastic year it has been for readers of all genres. I cannot believe how many 5 star reads I have have had the pleasure to review. Let me start this arduous task of reducing my list to a reasonable number by listing my pick of the best crime fiction reads of 2018. I hope some of these make it onto your shelves.
In no particular order:
The Sunday Girl – Pip Drysdale
All the Hidden Truths – Claire Askew
GreenLight – Benjamin Stevenson
Man at The Window – Robert Jeffreys
Retribution – Richard Anderson
