You've landed where I share my book reviews. I believe in being honest in a book review - although also, hopefully, tactful. I also believe that most books do have an audience somewhere. So if I dislike a book, I'll tell you so, but I'll also try to tell you why in such a way … Continue reading Where are you?
The Wreck
By: Riley James ISBN: 9781761470905 Allen & Unwin (2026) James’ second novel is an atmospheric story which slides across several genres. It’s fascinating and absorbing, a little challenging, and more moving than I expected from the opening pages. I enjoyed it a great deal. In 1977 Van Spector’s plane disappears over Bass Strait. In the … Continue reading The Wreck
Killing Eve: Medusa
By: Luke Jennings ISBN: 9781837039593 Boldwood Books (2026) This short and sharp novel is part of the Killing Eve series – and yes, the TV series was based on this series of novels. This instalment is as full of violence and intrigue as you might anticipate, but it has a particularly strong focus on the … Continue reading Killing Eve: Medusa
My Husband’s Wife
By: Alice Feeney ISBN: 978 1035083015 Pan Macmillan (2026) I have to open with a very stern warning about My Husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney. Do NOT start this the evening before an important appointment or event. You will absolutely be up all night turning the pages, and you’ll arrive at your appointment boggle eyed … Continue reading My Husband’s Wife
Played to Death
By: Mike Ripley ISBN: 9781448317684 Severn House (2026) This is a highly enjoyable sequel (of sorts) to Buried Above Ground. Like that novel, this one is acerbic and often cynically funny. It’s also a more classic crime plot than its’ predecessor. I enjoyed it immensely. Roly, one of the central characters from Buried Above Ground, … Continue reading Played to Death
Flowers in July
By: Anna Maynard ISBN: 9 781 786 588074 Echo Publishing (2026) This is a lovely romance, given some extra depth with its’ realistic portrayal of working as a doctor. It was further enhanced, for me at least, by a vivid depiction of Tasmania. Mary Roberts is a cautious person who tends to play it safe. … Continue reading Flowers in July
Peck & Peck
By: Bonnie Garmus ISBN: 9781786588821 Bonnier (2026) This novel is Garmus’ second, and although I found it enjoyable and interesting, some readers may find it just a little over the top. The novel tells the story of Batter Grey, a young man who loves poetry and finds himself working at Peck & Peck, a revered … Continue reading Peck & Peck
A Cold Night’s Dying
Holy Terrors Book 5 By: Simon Green ISBN: 9781448317523 Joffe Books/ Severn House (2026) This is a Holy Terrors novel, and Green delivers exactly what his many fans expect: a clever murder mystery mixed with a dash of the supernatural, broad humor, a fast pace, a sardonic tone, and strong characterisations. I loved it. Actress … Continue reading A Cold Night’s Dying
Murder at Charm School
Sonoma Witches 8 By: Gretchen Galway ISBN: 9781939872401 Eton Field (2026) I love the Sonoma Witches series – I happened across the first almost by accident some years ago, and I’ve been following it ever since. This latest instalment didn’t disappoint me. And if you haven’t read any of these novels, this is also a … Continue reading Murder at Charm School
Full Circle
By: Chris Hammer ISBN: 9781761820885 Simon & Schuster (2026) Hammer’s reputation as a writer of absorbing, complex crime novels will only be enhanced by this great read. A stand alone novel with only the vaguest of connections to his previously published series’, this ventures into slightly different territory but still has everything a crime reader … Continue reading Full Circle
One Night Band Stand
Get What You Need Book 2 By: Julia Kent ISBN: not provided Self published (2026) This is a novel which will delight Kent’s long time fans, while also offering something a little different to her usual novels. It’s the second in a series but very accessible for new readers and should bring Kent more fans. … Continue reading One Night Band Stand
