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Whispers In The Sand by Barbara Erskine

Aug6

To Break Free

Whispers In The Sand by Barbara Erskine is an exciting dual timeline novel set in 1866 and present day, with echoes back to the dawn of time.

This is the third time I have read the book since its publication. Each time it has thrilled, excited and entertained me.

In both 1866 and present day strong-minded females from the same heritage, journey to Egypt and complete almost identical routes as they sail down the Nile, stopping off at various destinations. An original diary and an ancient artefact accompany Anna in present day as she sets out to replicate her ancestor Louisa’s trip.

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The House Of Whispers by Anna Kent

Aug5

Compulsive, Consuming And Creepy

The House Of Whispers by Anna Kent is a completely compelling contemporary read that totally consumed me as I read.

It is a story of a magnificent obsession. It is an obsession that despite its toxicity is impossible to let go of.

There is a friendship that seems very one-sided but also completely unbreakable.

Family is important but even family is unable to prevent a character on a course to self-destruct.

The novel is mainly written in the first person from the point of view of the lead character. Interspersed throughout are transcripts of a police interview – the reader is intrigued as we try to work out what has happened.

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A Beginners Guide To Murder by Rosalind Stopps

Jul22

Unique And Engrossing

A Beginners Guide To Murder by Rosalind Stopps – wow what a roller coaster read, absolutely thrilling – I read with heart racing and pulse rising.

The plotline is unique and well executed. There are serious themes but they are sensitively portrayed.

All the characters were well drawn and mainly likable. They are an eclectic mix of seventy year old ladies, a teen, ex cons and a homeless couple – who all band together to fight criminal acts. Their suggestions may not always be lawful but their hearts are in the right place.

We are a product of our past but we must not let our past define us. We need to throw off the shackles of our past and live in the light of who we are and not in the light of who others have said we are. We need to listen to those who speak positivity into our lives.

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Dog Rose Dirt by Jen Williams

Jul22

Gripping And Creepy

Dog Rose Dirt by Jen Willliams is a compulsive and horrifying contemporary murder suspense that I could not put down.

A cold-blooded killer is behind bars when a number of identical murders begin. Details, known only by a few are replicated as modern crimes collide with the past.

Recovering from the loss of her mother, an ex-reporter finds a bundle of letters that awaken the investigative journalist in her. Digging deep into the past, she uncovers some well-hidden truths.

Our early years set the tone for our lives to come. We witness lives manipulated by those who should be caring for them.

The novel is written in present day and ‘before’ in various voices. The reader must try to follow the clues to get to the truth. Can you do so before the end? I couldn’t!

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