The Continental Affair; alluring and steeped in suspense

Always a sucker for a bit of old-fashioned glamour, it was the stylish cover of The Continental Affair that initially attracted me to this novel. Although it definitely cannot be described as an Agatha Christie…

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The Ghost Ship; a sweeping story of rebellion and justice

To say I loved the previous two novels in The Joubert Family Chronicles by the multi-million bestselling author Kate Mosse is an understatement. These are historical feasts that completely captivated me. So when I discovered…

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The Fascination; a beautifully dark historical exploration

Novels set in the Victorian era always capture my imagination, especially gothic novels. I love delving into the dark thematic layers set within a tense, simmering atmosphere that a good gothic novel brings. Exploring the…

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Our American Friend; a brilliant spy thriller

Wow! I really love this novel. If you are a fan of political thrillers, Our American Friend is an intelligent, thought provoking spy thriller that I urge you to read. It definitely has echoes of…

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Henry VIII: The Heart & the Crown – all consuming and fascinating

Today a true historical masterpiece is published. Henry VIII: The Heart & the Crown is the latest novel from bestselling author Alison Weir. Ever since I was first captivated by an Alison Weir book many…

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