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Sarah @ Sarah’s Vignettes πŸ’™πŸ“š Book reviewer

@sarahswan.bsky.social

Once a reader, always a reader πŸ‘©β€πŸ« πŸ’» Reviews at sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com πŸ“§ Contact me at sarahsvignettes@gmail.com πŸ”— All my links: https://linktr.ee/sarahsvignettes Please kindly read my review policy πŸ‘†before contacting me about book reviews.

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A couple of books I bought recently πŸ’™πŸ“š

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24.08.2025 12:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks Joanne x

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Thanks Mairead x

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Thank you x

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Delighted to be sharing my #review of the latest novel from one of my favourite authors: THE FOREST HIDEAWAY by Sharon Gosling. Read more: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/08/21/t...

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21.08.2025 07:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Not yet. I keep going to it and then get distracted by another book πŸ˜‚

02.08.2025 19:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes for sure. Be kind to yourself xx

30.07.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you x

30.07.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks Linda. Hope you’re doing okay x

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I’m excited to share my thoughts on the compelling and thought-provoking THE SECRETS OF DRAGONFLY LODGE by @rachelhore.bsky.social on the blog today as part of the blog tour. Read my review: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/07/30/t... πŸ’™πŸ“š

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Oooo, it’s always a good day when a new novel by Sharon Gosling comes through the letterbox. Looking forward to reading #TheForestHideaway for the blog tour in August. Thanks a lot @simonandschuster.bsky.social πŸ’™πŸ“š #booksky #bookcommunity

03.07.2025 16:20 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for sharing x

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One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater One Summer in Provence follows Celia Grey, who invites her long-lost son to a celebration, risking her seemingly perfect life and marriage. The story explores themes of betrayal, love, and identity…

Today on my blog I'm sharing my review of ONE SUMMER IN PROVENCE by @carol4olivefarm.bsky.social. My thanks to Corvus for sending me the book ahead of publication! Read my review here: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/06/22/o... πŸ’™πŸ“š

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Hugest thanks to the lovely SJ for this hot and sizzling book post πŸ₯° SLOW BURN is the debut novel from Oti Mabuse coming from Simon and Schuster UK in September πŸ’ƒ

www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/Slow-B...

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Thanks Joanne x

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Thanks Linda x

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Oops the link appears to be broken. Here’s the link to my review: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/04/16/t... πŸ’™πŸ“š

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The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown displayed upright between two black metal bookends shaped like reclining figures. A small green plant in a decorative black and white pot sits to the left, all arranged on a neutral surface against a plain wall.

The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown displayed upright between two black metal bookends shaped like reclining figures. A small green plant in a decorative black and white pot sits to the left, all arranged on a neutral surface against a plain wall.

Now with a working link 🀞

Today on Sarah’s Vignettes, I’m sharing my #review of THE GOLDEN HOUR by @katelordbrown.bsky.social. Thanks to Simon and Schuster UK for having me on the #blog tour. Read my review: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/04/16/t...

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The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown displayed upright between two black metal bookends shaped like reclining figures. A small green plant in a decorative black and white pot sits to the left, all arranged on a neutral surface against a plain wall.

The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown displayed upright between two black metal bookends shaped like reclining figures. A small green plant in a decorative black and white pot sits to the left, all arranged on a neutral surface against a plain wall.

Today on Sarah’s Vignettes, I’m sharing my #review of THE GOLDEN HOUR by @katelordbrown.bsky.social. Thanks to Simon and Schuster UK for having me on the #blog tour. Read my review: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/04/16/the…

πŸ’™πŸ“š #booksky #bookcommunity

16.04.2025 06:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Front cover of the book Drayton and Mackenzie by Alexander Starritt, propped on a cushioned chair. The vibrant cover features a bold blue, yellow, and white design with swirling patterns and a central rosette symbol. Behind the book is a cushion embroidered with a Quentin Blake-style illustration and the quote: β€˜What sort of book would you like to read next?’ with a visible Roald Dahl tag.

Front cover of the book Drayton and Mackenzie by Alexander Starritt, propped on a cushioned chair. The vibrant cover features a bold blue, yellow, and white design with swirling patterns and a central rosette symbol. Behind the book is a cushion embroidered with a Quentin Blake-style illustration and the quote: β€˜What sort of book would you like to read next?’ with a visible Roald Dahl tag.

Back cover of Drayton and Mackenzie by Alexander Starritt. The text describes the story of two contrasting men, James Drayton and Roland Mackenzie, whose unexpected reunion sparks a plan that could change the world. The description highlights themes of friendship, ambition, and impact against a backdrop of 21st-century upheaval. A short author bio notes that this is Starritt’s third novel. The bottom section identifies the book as an uncorrected proof copy, set for July 2025 publication.

Back cover of Drayton and Mackenzie by Alexander Starritt. The text describes the story of two contrasting men, James Drayton and Roland Mackenzie, whose unexpected reunion sparks a plan that could change the world. The description highlights themes of friendship, ambition, and impact against a backdrop of 21st-century upheaval. A short author bio notes that this is Starritt’s third novel. The bottom section identifies the book as an uncorrected proof copy, set for July 2025 publication.

Thanks @swiftpress.bsky.social for sending me #DraytonandMackenzie by Alex Starritt. It sounds great! Publishing July 2025 πŸ’™πŸ“š #BookCommunity #booksky

31.03.2025 18:28 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A proof copy of the book One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater is propped up on a white wicker chair with a cushion behind it. The cushion features an illustration of a girl holding books and a quote that reads, β€œWhat sort of book would you like to read next?” The chair is part of a cozy reading nook with patterned cushions.

A proof copy of the book One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater is propped up on a white wicker chair with a cushion behind it. The cushion features an illustration of a girl holding books and a quote that reads, β€œWhat sort of book would you like to read next?” The chair is part of a cozy reading nook with patterned cushions.

A printed promotional sheet for One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater is placed on a polka-dotted tablecloth. The sheet includes the book cover, a summary of the story, and a brief biography of the author. The Corvus Books logo is visible at the top, along with a quote praising the author.

A printed promotional sheet for One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater is placed on a polka-dotted tablecloth. The sheet includes the book cover, a summary of the story, and a brief biography of the author. The Corvus Books logo is visible at the top, along with a quote praising the author.

Thrilled to receive a copy of One Summer in Provence by @carol4olivefarm.bsky.social, out in July! Thank you @atlanticbooks.bsky.social πŸ’™πŸ“š #BookCommunity

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Thanks Joanne x

17.02.2025 10:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Haha no worries x

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Thanks Linda x

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A book haul display from the Books and the City 2025 Showcase, featuring a variety of books, a reading journal, and stationery items arranged on a table. On the left, a tall stack of colourful books includes titles such as One in a Million by Beverley Kendall, Book Boyfriend by Lucy Vine, Unloved by Peyton Corinne, and more. In the centre, two upright books, Them Girls by Eva Verde and The Forest Hideaway by Sharon Gosling, stand prominently. To the right, a reading journal, a bookmark with a pink tassel, a pencil, a pen, a small notebook, and a love hearts candy are placed on the table. A postcard for Reality Check by Lizzie Huxley-Jones is also included in the display.

A book haul display from the Books and the City 2025 Showcase, featuring a variety of books, a reading journal, and stationery items arranged on a table. On the left, a tall stack of colourful books includes titles such as One in a Million by Beverley Kendall, Book Boyfriend by Lucy Vine, Unloved by Peyton Corinne, and more. In the centre, two upright books, Them Girls by Eva Verde and The Forest Hideaway by Sharon Gosling, stand prominently. To the right, a reading journal, a bookmark with a pink tassel, a pencil, a pen, a small notebook, and a love hearts candy are placed on the table. A postcard for Reality Check by Lizzie Huxley-Jones is also included in the display.

Last week I had the pleasure of visiting the Simon & Schuster offices in London for a showcase of 8 of the hottest titles coming out under the Books and The City imprint this year. More about the night, the authors and their novels on my blog: sarahsvignettes.wordpress.com/2025/02/17/b... πŸ’™πŸ“š

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A woman lounging against a summer backdrop

A woman lounging against a summer backdrop

Had lots of fun at the Simon and Schuster #TeamBATC2025Showcase tonight. More about all the fantastic fiction soon! I’m starting #TheGoldenHour by @katelordbrown.bsky.social on the journey home - so excited to dive in πŸ’™πŸ“š #RespectRomFic

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Thoroughly fascinating episode of #InsideTheFactory tonight. A look into how a cloth bound hardback book is made at Clays in Suffolk, UK. Brilliant πŸ€©πŸ’™πŸ“š

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Cracking episode of #TheTraitors UK tonight!

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A photo of a sunrise

Here's a picture of the #sunrise in #London yesterday πŸ’™πŸ“š

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A photo of a living room with a desk and typewriter

A photo of a living room with a desk and typewriter

A photo of a mannequin dressed up as The White Witch from The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe

A photo of a mannequin dressed up as The White Witch from The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe

A photo of a wintry landscape

A photo of a wintry landscape

A photo of a Christmas tree

A photo of a Christmas tree

A wintery walk around Nymans @nationaltrust.bsky.social. The recreation of C.S. Lewis’s The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe in the house was great πŸ’™πŸ“š #booksky

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