My last 5 reads....

 Heres a short summary of my last 5 reads...... 

Who She Was by Tony Parsons

I loved this storyline, I loved how it was all written from Tom's viewpoint with others views scripted in. I loved the twists and turns and literally gasped out loud towards the end. Brilliantly written and easy to read.

The Cherrywood Murders by Penny Blackwell

Please tell me that there will be more of these books! I absolutely loved this book and storyline, it was easy to read with some humour and unexpected twists and turns along the way. Brilliantly written.

Fear the Silence by Robert Brenda

I loved this book. I couldn't believe how quickly I read it, the chapters are short but so easy to just keep on reading. I liked how the storyline developed and just had to keep reading to find out what actually happened and who was behind it all.
Beach Rivals by Georgie Tilley

This was a nice easy read, and can I just say that it would also be my ideal job!! I found that I quickly fell in love with the sad old book store the same as our main character and couldn't read it quickly enough to see if her and Jack managed to turn it around. A really nice summer read or just a read to get you in that summer mood!

A Death At The Party by Amy Stuart

I really enjoyed this book, I loved how the story unfolded and needed to see exactly what had happened. I liked the fact that we were finding out about the present day storyline s well as the one from 30 years ago. I found it quick to read and well written.

My New Favourite Podcast

I absolutely love this podcast, I've only recently discovered it and started on episode 38. I'm genuinely disappointed that I've only just found it but will definitely be trying to catch up on the previous episodes.

I discovered Luca Veste earlier on this year when I went to an evening with Luca Veste, Mark Billingham and Christopher Brookmyre at Waterstones in Liverpool. Luca is a naturally funny guy so when I saw the podcast link I thought I'd give it a try.

What a treat, having never heard of Steve Cavanagh (sorry Steve) I was pleased to hear that he's also got a great sense of humour and Steve & Luca bounce off each other despite being separated by the Irish Sea!

The podcast is a great mix of Luca & Steve having general chit chat and lots of laughing, information about upcoming events, new releases for the week, reviews of books from reviewers and interviews with authors as well as giving you the lowdown on the latest book charts. I really wish my journey to work took longer so I could listen to more, as currently it's the only time I have to listen to it! It does however require lots of concentration on my driving as at times I am crying laughing! 

It really is brilliant and well worth a listen, search for it on your podcasting app and trust me you won't be disappointed.

You can follow them on twitter @twocrimewriters

And like them on Facebook here -  you can also buy a Two Crime Writers and a Microphone T-shirt too!!! 

Wow!!!

Wow!! 

I seriously didn't realise that I had neglected my blog for so long!! 2012 was my last post??? I feel so bad :(

I've done lots of reading over the past few years, read some brilliant books and discovered some great new authors. I have been busy in real life but would really like to get back blogging again about my love of reading. 

I may not have as much time for as many posts as I previously used to do but will definitely make time to keep this updated with some of my favourite reads and anything else book related that I discover on the way!

A Look Back at November

I just thought I'd put together a little post to have a look back at November.

November saw me discover The Kindle Book Review and I'm really glad that I did, it has helped feed my love of reading and has renewed my love of blogging too. I have read some fantastic books, met some great authors that otherwise I may of taken years to find - and I have a reading list as long as my arm! I love it!!

So just a little recap - in November I was lucky enough to read:

• Montana Dawn by Caroline Fyffe
• The Bastard by Brenda Novak
• Misconception by Christy Hayes
• In The Presence of Gods by Vincent Alascia
• The Case of The Flashing Fashion Queen by Norah Wilson
• Steps to Heaven by Wendy Cartmell
• Broken Promise by Laura Landon
• Chill Run by Russell Brooks
• Henry Wood Detective Agency by Brian Meeks

November also saw me start my first giveaway on my blog - with special thanks to Tom Raimbault for offering a bundle of some of his great books - if you haven't entered already then visit my giveaway post:  Here and enter now.

I'm not sure if I'll manage to read as many books this month as things get a little hectic for me at work but I will try to read as many as I can and will hopefully continue adding to my reading list as I go along - after all you can never have enough books :-)