Author: Lorraine C

I've been reading for as long as I can remember, and I've loved books almost as long. I began reviewing books in University, and over the years have reviewed for multiple publications and sites.

Redbelly Crossing

By: Candice Fox ISBN: 9798892425650 Crooked Lane Books (2026) This is a thriller where both characters and plot have equal weight. For most readers, it’ll be the characters who are particularly memorable. This was one of those really compulsive reads where it was really hard to take a break – I kept wanting to know … Continue reading Redbelly Crossing →

The Night Market

By: CA Byford ISBN: 9780008821717 HQ Fiction (2026) This is a fascinating and atmospheric novel which will draw you in and keep you reading. There is some great imagery, and wonderful turns of phrase, as well as an interesting story. I felt the world building was a little weak, and created minor problems for the … Continue reading The Night Market →

A Pen to Change the World

By: Solomon Schmidt ISBN: 9781648210983 Skyhorse Publishing (2026) This book is badly written, badly structured, and largely unenlightening. I found it boring for the most part, despite the potentially interesting subject matter. I can’t recommend it to anyone. This is an unauthorised biography of JK Rowling, famous for writing the Harry Potter novels. As you’d … Continue reading A Pen to Change the World →

The Diamonds of Tilly Devine

By: Jackie French ISBN: 978 1 0389 0390 7 HQ Fiction (2026) This is a compelling and emotionally engaging story which most readers will find absorbing. The central character is sympathetic and interesting, and the story is emotionally complex with a fairly straightforward plot. Tilly Devine is an important character in the novel, but is … Continue reading The Diamonds of Tilly Devine →