by Sue Reid | Sep 19, 2023 | Book Reviews
A vibrant cast of quirky and unique characters come together to satisfy fans of Phryne Fisher Murder Mysteries. Mystery, suspense and shady identities anchor this succinct but perfectly formed tale. In 1930s Sydney, just streets away from from the Razor Gang wars,...
by Sue Reid | Sep 19, 2023 | Book Reviews
With strange new world ‘wobbles’ and unpredictable devastating weather events, our food security is foremost in our mind more than ever. When my nose is not in a book I can be found tending to my own vegetable patches, committed to growing my own food...
by Sue Reid | Sep 19, 2023 | Book Reviews
Five chapters, five unique characters at different stages and phases of their lives. Tomoka, Ryo, Natsumi, Hiroya and Masao have all hit a time ‘Where their lives haven’t stuck to the life plan they set out with’ and both Librarian and Library...
by Sue Reid | Aug 23, 2023 | Book Reviews
A full-bodied historical tale merging land and sea. London, 1847, Thomas Rutherford is on extended shore leave from his maritime service and has the chance to indulge in his second love, painting. Watercolours, charcoal sketches and a mind full of ideas he has stored...
by Sue Reid | Aug 23, 2023 | Book Reviews
In a culture that screams ‘reach your highs’ or ‘go big or go home’ mantras, author Josie Shapiro brings a sporting narrative steeped in reality, but also Mickey’s character rebuilds with tenacity to find a calm new strength. Treat...
by Sue Reid | Aug 22, 2023 | Book Reviews
You become invested in the characters of Ellen and Gordon and you want to believe in what’s good, have hope and a justified outcome for them…but, there’s just enough doubt that builds the tense pressure in The Watchful Wife. A story of immense...
