‘Book of Lies’ – Teri Terry 2016
My rating: 3 of 5 stars Twin sisters meet for the first time at their mother’s funeral. That’s the unusual premise for this interesting YA tale about family tie...
The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch – Readalong introduction
#BabblingBooksRA Welcome to the second Babbling Books Read-along! This February we will be reading The Lies of Locke Lamora together. If you haven’t signe...
‘The Silver Linings Playbook’ – Matthew Quick 2008
My rating: 4 of 5 stars A poignant tale about love, friendship and family, through the eyes of a man struggling to piece his life, and his mind, back together. ...
Book Lover’s Guide to New Zealand: Wellington
Hello fellow Babblers! As you may or may not have guessed, Babbling Books went on a whirlwind 2-week adventure through New Zealand. In amongst the hobbits, the ...
‘Obernewtyn’ – Isobelle Carmody 1987
My rating: 3 of 5 stars A typical dystopian coming-of-age novel, without any real surprises. As the first book in a very long series it sets the stage for furth...
‘A Darker Shade of Magic’ – V. E. Schwab 2015
My rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Engaging take on the ‘parallel worlds’ trope, with an unusual magic system that is full of surprises. Filled with compelling charac...
Year in Review – 2015
Wow! I can’t believe 2016 is upon us. 2015 has been one crazy ride, and who would’ve thought that my little corner of Bookstagram that I started in May would ro...
‘The Gospel of Loki’ – Joanne M Harris 2014
My rating: 3 of 5 stars A disappointing novel for me, more suited to dedicated fans of Norse mythology. I wanted so badly to like this novel. I loved the idea o...
‘November 9’ – Colleen Hoover 2015
My rating: 4 of 5 stars A sweet, romantic tale that exceeded my expectations. Finally giving in to all the recommendations to read a Colleen Hoover book from fr...
‘Fortunately the Milk’ – Neil Gaiman 2014
4.5 stars. A delightfully whimsical tale that will delight young readers and adults alike. The plot follows ‘Dad’ who goes out to get the milk and g...