Reading For Leisure

After the evocative #Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell, my book group read for October, I’m now heading in to lighter territory with #TheGardenOfSharedStories from @clareswatmanauthor.bsky.social and @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social

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Lots of great reads in October, but my favourites lingered on the TBR pile for a little while;

#Believe by @sarahgovett.bsky.social
#TheNames by @florenceknapp.bsky.social

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Reading For Leisure October round-up: tinyurl.com/4vr2xp3p

Books being published in November that I'm excited about are

#TheToken by Sharon Bolton
#TheQueenWhoCameInFromTheCold by S. J. Bennett
#TheAfterparty by @ruthywriter.bsky.social
#ExitStrategy by Lee Child
#QueenEsther by John Irving

What books are on your radar for November?

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I'm delighted to be taking part in the #CoverReveal for #Tombstoning from @dougjohnstone.bsky.social & @orendabooks.bsky.social

This newly reissued 20th anniversary edition features a brand-new introduction from Christopher Brookmyre

Published 12/2/26, you can pre-order here: geni.us/Mb0bqB

Happy publication day to Fiona Leitch and @harpercollins.bsky.social for #TheCornishChristmasPantomimeMurder

This 4⭐️ cosy crime is an enjoyable addition to the Nosey Parker series, a perfect festive read.

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/3d6azt7j

It’s my pleasure to share my review of Snowblind by Ragnar Jonasson as it celebrates its 10th anniversary with @orendabooks.bsky.social

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🔦📖2026 BOOK SPOTLIGHT📖🔦

Time for another #ProofPreview for a 2026 release & a perfectly spooky Halloween timed one too!

Was lucky enough to win this signed proof😍

#Connie by @charduck.bsky.social @quercusbooks.bsky.social is released 15 Jan 📆

Read More 🔗 tinyurl.com/fa89y9zc

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📚📚BOOK POST📚📚

Huge thanks to @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social and @laurapauthor.bsky.social for some lovely book post.

You can read my full review of #TheLifeSheCouldHaveLived here ➡️ tinyurl.com/32973f5r

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A gas explosion kills a man who supposedly died 4 years earlier and a child is missing. A neighbour searches for answers, crossing paths with the sordid side of the MI5 in #DownCemeteryRoad by Mick Herron.

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/3bcarnet

It’s definitely autumn and it’s almost Halloween so here’s my orange #WonkyWednesday pile. I’ve read #ABoxFullOfMurders by @janicehallett.bsky.social and #TheCunnamonSpiceInn by Harper Graham but the rest are on the TBR pile 😬

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WOW! #TheNames by @florenceknapp.bsky.social is such a powerful and emotional read. I'm kicking myself that I waited so long to read it. If this is on your TBR read it NOW!!

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/5cra6hvr

#TheCiderHouseRules by John Irving is the chunkiest book I’ve read in a while. Loved revisiting St. Cloud’s Orphanage and Homer Wells. Now for my October book group read, #Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell

I felt completely immersed in TLOST, the setting felt very familiar. For LRD, it’s the link to fairy tales that hooked me.
Have you read either?

📚 Two For Tuesday 📚

My #TwoForTuesday this week features two cracking charity shop bargains. I've read #TheListOfSuspiciousThings by @jenniegauthor.bsky.social but couldn't leave it languishing on the shelf. #LittleRedDeath by @alexandrakbenedict.bsky.social is on my wishlist.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

#TheWomanInCabin10 by @ruthwarewriter.bsky.social is a psychological thriller that delivers a punch, leaving you unsettled and filled with doubt. The claustrophobic feel really adds to the tension.

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/5927au3b

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A woman's tentative grip on reality is threatened when her husband is accused of a shocking crime in #Believe by @sarahgovett.bsky.social Pacey, tense and panic-inducing, with twist after unbelievable twist.

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/439z5et2

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4⭐️#HeartTheLover by #LilyKing is a powerful read, written in a unique diary-style format, taking the reader on an emotional journey through love, friendship & grief - warning, tissues will be required!😢

Full Review 🔗 tinyurl.com/2fhs69u4

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Prepare for unbelievable twist after twist in #TheAfterparty from Ruth Kelly and @panmacmillan.bsky.social. The pace never lets up and the conclusion will have you questioning everything you've read.

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/46pwvudt

#DownCemeteryRoad by Mick Herron finished in time to watch the TV series. I’m now re-reading #TheCiderHouseRules by John Irving in preparation for the sequel being published in November. It must be 30+ years since I last read this

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Happy publication day to Milly Johnson and @simonschusteruk.bsky.social for #LetTheBellsRingOut

The story is filled with charm, a little bit of mystery, a lot of hope, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/4mzdvunm

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4⭐️ Continuing my journey through the #DavidRaker series with book 5, #FallFromGrace by @timweaverbooks.bsky.social @michaeljbooks.bsky.social where David investigates the mysterious disappearance of a retired police officer👮

Full Review 🔗 tinyurl.com/bdepezmr

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Think I went through every possible emotion numerous times while reading the wonderful #TheNames by @florenceknapp.bsky.social. Next up is #DownCemeteryRoad by Mick Herron before the TV series launches

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📚 Two For Tuesday 📚

Happy Back To The Future Day (BTTF2). For #TwoForTuesday I thought I’d share 2 books that I love that have a sci-fi element;

The Space Between Us by @dougjohnstone.bsky.social
Wrong Place Wrong Time by @gillianmauthor.bsky.social

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Happy publication day to @peterjamesauthor.bsky.social and @panmacmillan.bsky.social for #TheHawkIsDead

This is a fun, informative, and gripping thriller in which a snipper targets a member of the royal family

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/4rydyszz

I cannot believe it’s taken me so long to get around to reading the claustrophobia-inducing #TheWomanInCabin10 by @ruthwarewriter.bsky.social. Next up is another I’m late to, #TheNames by @florenceknapp.bsky.social

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Happy publication day to Harper Graham and @bookouture.bsky.social for #TheSpicedCocoaCafé

The return to Maple Falls is just as enchanting as the first time around in this spicy grumpy/sunshine romance with a festive feel

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Reading For Leisure review: tinyurl.com/7w9hhf7x

I definitely enjoyed it, review will follow when I’m back from holiday. Can’t believe I figured out who & why (all down to one word)

#Believe by @sarahgovett.bsky.social was unbelievable. As you read you have that constant feeling that the ground is moving under you.
Next up #TheWomanInCabin10 by @ruthwarewriter.bsky.social. I’ve put this off so many times but I want to read #TheWomanInSuite11 and watch Netflix

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Greetings from Menorca

I’m sure I will, it’s been recommended by quite a few bloggers I trust 🤞