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OUR LITTLE SECRET BY LISA JACKSON – BOOK REVIEW Published by Hodder Paperbacks on 10th April 2025 This was a good 5-star read that I could not put down. Surprises all the way through, and you were never sure what way it would go, then a twist. Big characters that really did the job, surprising you at times. Just goes to show you cannot trust anyone! Definitely a good present for the bookworm or a Christmas read.

OUR LITTLE SECRET BY LISA JACKSON – BOOK REVIEW

Published by Hodder Paperbacks on 10th April 2025 This was a good 5-star read that I could not put down. Surprises all the way through, and you were never sure what way it would go, then a twist. Big characters that really did the job, surprising you…

11.11.2025 08:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

TINA TURNER The Marlow in Canterbury was showing the Tina Turner life story, and Kara and I went to see it the other evening. It was very good, the singing was amazing, and how they portrayed the problems in her early life was very well done. She really was an amazing woman and very talented. The theatre was packed, I had never been to the Marlow before, it is very nice, and we found parking close by.

TINA TURNER

The Marlow in Canterbury was showing the Tina Turner life story, and Kara and I went to see it the other evening. It was very good, the singing was amazing, and how they portrayed the problems in her early life was very well done. She really was an amazing woman and very talented.…

10.11.2025 12:50 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

LISA JEWELL I had the pleasure of meeting Lisa a couple of weeks ago as she was talking at The Sandgate Literary Festival. It was such a pleasant afternoon. What a lovely lady she is. So down to earth, no wonder she writes such great books. I bought Breaking the Dark, and I loved it. Very different to her normal style of writing, as she collaborated with…

LISA JEWELL

I had the pleasure of meeting Lisa a couple of weeks ago as she was talking at The Sandgate Literary Festival. It was such a pleasant afternoon. What a lovely lady she is. So down to earth, no wonder she writes such great books. I bought Breaking the Dark, and I loved it. Very…

30.10.2025 11:23 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

BOOKING A FESTIVE LUNCH! OR TRYING TO! This was so unbelievable that I just had to write about it! LOL I saw that a local place was advertising their festive lunches, so my friends and I thought we would book that for our December Christmas get-together. We had to pay a £5 deposit each. I went to the bar to book. I was then told I had to book online, but after I book online, they can then take the deposit.

BOOKING A FESTIVE LUNCH! OR TRYING TO!

This was so unbelievable that I just had to write about it! LOL I saw that a local place was advertising their festive lunches, so my friends and I thought we would book that for our December Christmas get-together. We had to pay a £5 deposit each. I went to…

24.10.2025 12:46 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

SANDGATE FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND! 17th – 19th October 2025 A few events are taking place in Sandgate this weekend, with some still having tickets available, so get in quick if you're interested. The children's events look excellent, and who doesn't like a couple of hours to chill with no questions, even if it is just to have a coffee in peace. I am loving the look of this. What a super way to spend Sunday afternoon with your family and friends.

SANDGATE FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND! 17th – 19th October 2025

A few events are taking place in Sandgate this weekend, with some still having tickets available, so get in quick if you're interested. The children's events look excellent, and who doesn't like a couple of hours to chill with no questions,…

16.10.2025 11:17 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE DAY I LOST YOU BY RUTH MANCINI – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY PENGUIN ON THE 31st JULY 202 Ruth Mancini is an author and criminal defence lawyer. Her background as a solicitor adds authenticity to her crime and psychological fiction. She has spent two decades representing those accused of crimes, navigating courtrooms and police stations. Her storytelling prowess and legal background combine to create thrilling reads that will keep you guessing until the very end.

THE DAY I LOST YOU BY RUTH MANCINI – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY PENGUIN ON THE 31st JULY 202 Ruth Mancini is an author and criminal defence lawyer. Her background as a solicitor adds authenticity to her crime and psychological fiction. She has spent two decades representing those accused of crimes,…

31.07.2025 07:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW BY CATHY BRAMLEY – BOOK REVIEW CATHY BRAMLEY I write uplifting, heartwarming romance novels. My stories are about people I’d want to be friends with, characters my readers will root for. They are often ordinary women doing extraordinary things. I want my books to help readers find joy in everyday moments and to cherish life's unpredictability. I've been a lover of stories since I was tiny and used to beg my mum to take me to the library because I’d finished all my books and was desperate for new ones.

SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW BY CATHY BRAMLEY – BOOK REVIEW

CATHY BRAMLEY I write uplifting, heartwarming romance novels. My stories are about people I’d want to be friends with, characters my readers will root for. They are often ordinary women doing extraordinary things. I want my books to help…

31.07.2025 07:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

NE SAFE PLACE BY HANNAH BRENNAN – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY AVON ON THE 31st JULY 202 Hannah Brennan lives in South East London, where she was born and raised. She studied English Literature at Durham University – alongside British Sign Language, which she uses in her role as a trustee for the Royal Association for Deaf People. After returning from the North East, Hannah has turned her love of pubs into a career, working in marketing and technology for many fantastic British hospitality brands.

NE SAFE PLACE BY HANNAH BRENNAN – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY AVON ON THE 31st JULY 202 Hannah Brennan lives in South East London, where she was born and raised. She studied English Literature at Durham University – alongside British Sign Language, which she uses in her role as a trustee for the…

31.07.2025 07:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE RAVENHOOD TRILOGY BY KATE STEWART – BOOK REVIEW’S Published by Pan Macmillan Ltd This is a series of three books that went viral on TikTok, and I can see why now. THE FLOCK 19-year-old Cecilia has to go and live in the country with her father for a year, and then she will be given her inheritance, which she hopes to help her mother and pay for her college.

THE RAVENHOOD TRILOGY BY KATE STEWART – BOOK REVIEW’S

Published by Pan Macmillan Ltd This is a series of three books that went viral on TikTok, and I can see why now. THE FLOCK 19-year-old Cecilia has to go and live in the country with her father for a year, and then she will be given her…

27.07.2025 07:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

INTO THE FIRE BY G.D. WRIGHT – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY AVON ON THE 25th JULY 2025 This book received a lot of publicity as the author was seriously ill in the hospital during its publication. Many authors, bloggers, and publishers shared the book on his behalf. I thought that was such a lovely thing to do, and I am sure it helped in his recovery, as he wouldn't have had to worry about his book launch.

INTO THE FIRE BY G.D. WRIGHT – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY AVON ON THE 25th JULY 2025 This book received a lot of publicity as the author was seriously ill in the hospital during its publication. Many authors, bloggers, and publishers shared the book on his behalf. I thought that was such a lovely…

26.07.2025 10:54 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

BOOKS AND NEWS My flowers are doing very well this year, with brilliant colours, such as the lilies. We have had gorgeous sunshine, so hopefully it will carry on for the school summer holidays. I have been a bit quiet lately, as when I went for my steroid injection in my hip, he scanned it. He said there was inflammation there, so no injection.

BOOKS AND NEWS

My flowers are doing very well this year, with brilliant colours, such as the lilies. We have had gorgeous sunshine, so hopefully it will carry on for the school summer holidays. I have been a bit quiet lately, as when I went for my steroid injection in my hip, he scanned it. He…

23.07.2025 09:39 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

2025 MEET CUTE BOOK FESTIVAL @meetcutebookfest THE FESTIVAL FOR BOOK LOVERS AT HOME FARM GLAMPING, ALDERNHAM WD6 3AZ On Saturday, I went to a book festival. I had bought the ticket ages ago, so I watched with interest as they added more authors and events to this brilliant lineup. They had one last year, so this year was even better. This glamping ground was lovely, with numerous tents set up and ready for people to camp.

2025 MEET CUTE BOOK FESTIVAL @meetcutebookfest

THE FESTIVAL FOR BOOK LOVERS AT HOME FARM GLAMPING, ALDERNHAM WD6 3AZ On Saturday, I went to a book festival. I had bought the ticket ages ago, so I watched with interest as they added more authors and events to this brilliant lineup. They had one…

30.06.2025 13:52 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

ANOTHER BIRTHDAY BUT NOT COUNTING ANYMORE! I had a super birthday last week, with so many presents I felt truly spoilt, and I do love presents! I also had two meals out, one with friends for lunch at The Hungry Horse. Then for my birthday meal, we went to Mimosa, which is a new restaurant in Sandgate. I must say they have decorated this place so well, it is clean and fresh looking with lovely lights.

ANOTHER BIRTHDAY BUT NOT COUNTING ANYMORE!

I had a super birthday last week, with so many presents I felt truly spoilt, and I do love presents! I also had two meals out, one with friends for lunch at The Hungry Horse. Then for my birthday meal, we went to Mimosa, which is a new restaurant in…

28.06.2025 07:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE VOW BY STEFANIE LONDON – BOOK REVIEW Published by Avon on the 19th June 2025 Stefanie London is the USA Today bestselling author of over twenty contemporary romances and romantic comedies. Stefanie’s books have been called “genuinely entertaining and memorable” by Booklist, and her writing has been praised as “Elegant, descriptive and delectable” by RT magazine. Her stories have earned accolades such as the RT Top Pick and have achieved bestseller status with USA Today and iBooks.

THE VOW BY STEFANIE LONDON – BOOK REVIEW

Published by Avon on the 19th June 2025 Stefanie London is the USA Today bestselling author of over twenty contemporary romances and romantic comedies. Stefanie’s books have been called “genuinely entertaining and memorable” by Booklist, and her writing has…

27.06.2025 14:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

COVENT GARDEN, LONDON A couple of weeks ago, I took myself up to London on the coach with the Real Socialising group. Travelling by coach is significantly cheaper than taking the train, and it's ideal for me as I can simply sit and read my book. The other advantage is that you can go wherever you want, and my first stops were some of the bookshops.

COVENT GARDEN, LONDON

A couple of weeks ago, I took myself up to London on the coach with the Real Socialising group. Travelling by coach is significantly cheaper than taking the train, and it's ideal for me as I can simply sit and read my book. The other advantage is that you can go wherever you…

27.06.2025 07:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

IT STARTS WITH US BY COLLEEN HOOVER – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY ‎SIMON & SCHUSTER UK Colleen Hoover is the #1 New York Times and International bestselling author of multiple novels and novellas. She lives in Texas with her husband and their three boys. She is the founder of The Bookworm Box, a non-profit book subscription service and bookstore in Sulphur Springs, Texas. This follows on from the best-selling novel, …

IT STARTS WITH US BY COLLEEN HOOVER – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY ‎SIMON & SCHUSTER UK Colleen Hoover is the #1 New York Times and International bestselling author of multiple novels and novellas. She lives in Texas with her husband and their three boys. She is the founder of The Bookworm Box, a…

26.06.2025 12:30 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE BREAK IN BY KATHERINE FAULKNER – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY RAVEN BOOKS ON THE 19th June 202 Katherine Faulkner is an award-winning journalist turned full-time writer. She wrote her debut novel, Greenwich Park, while on maternity leave with her first daughter and her follow-up, The Other Mothers, while juggling family life and work. She lives in London with her husband and three children. This was another excellent book, with super characters and it felt very true to life in the reactions of other people after this tragedy.

THE BREAK IN BY KATHERINE FAULKNER – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY RAVEN BOOKS ON THE 19th June 202 Katherine Faulkner is an award-winning journalist turned full-time writer. She wrote her debut novel, Greenwich Park, while on maternity leave with her first daughter and her follow-up, The Other…

19.06.2025 07:16 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Today’s the day: Can You Solve the Murder? is officially on sale! A choose-your-own-story crime novel in which YOU are the detective, and YOU make decisions about how to investigate the case! Paperback/ebook/audio. Do YOU have what it takes? There’s only one way to find out 😃🔍

05.06.2025 10:35 — 👍 42 🔁 22 💬 4 📌 7

TEA TIME BOOK SHOP I cannot resist surprise book parcels! I mean, it is so good to get a parcel, but for it to be books, it is the best. I went for the crime package of used books. I asked for two books. I also got biscuits and two tubes of coffee, a postcard and a bookmark. I do get a lot of bookmarks.

TEA TIME BOOK SHOP

I cannot resist surprise book parcels! I mean, it is so good to get a parcel, but for it to be books, it is the best. I went for the crime package of used books. I asked for two books. I also got biscuits and two tubes of coffee, a postcard and a bookmark. I do get a lot of…

02.06.2025 07:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

JUNE 2025 And there we are halfway through the year! Summer to look forward to, and the holidays. Are you going away this year? I have already been to Spain, but I will be going again later in the year. It is also my birthday month, so I am looking forward to that and celebrating. Let's hope the next half of the year goes slower, especially the summer part.

JUNE 2025

And there we are halfway through the year! Summer to look forward to, and the holidays. Are you going away this year? I have already been to Spain, but I will be going again later in the year. It is also my birthday month, so I am looking forward to that and celebrating. Let's hope the…

01.06.2025 17:40 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

GALLERY 66, THE OLD HIGH STREET, FOLKESTONE, KENT UK I attended this art show the other day, mainly because it featured local artists. What a heap of talent we have hidden away in Folkestone! It closes tomorrow at 4 pm, so try to get along and have a look, they are also for sale, plus prints and cards. The choice is amazing with many colours to blend with your decor. Well worth a look!

GALLERY 66, THE OLD HIGH STREET, FOLKESTONE, KENT UK

I attended this art show the other day, mainly because it featured local artists. What a heap of talent we have hidden away in Folkestone! It closes tomorrow at 4 pm, so try to get along and have a look, they are also for sale, plus prints and…

01.06.2025 09:44 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

READING LIGHT FROM YANKEE CANDLE, OUTLET, ASHFORD, KENT I thought this looked so cute in the shop at the outlet in Ashford, so I made an impulse buy and bought it. I believe it was £30. The changing light colours at the bottom are gorgeous, and the main reading light has three settings, with the last one being very bright for reading. BUT, yes, there is a but. When the glitter light is on, it makes a humming noise, I guess because it is swirling the glitter about.

READING LIGHT FROM YANKEE CANDLE, OUTLET, ASHFORD, KENT

I thought this looked so cute in the shop at the outlet in Ashford, so I made an impulse buy and bought it. I believe it was £30. The changing light colours at the bottom are gorgeous, and the main reading light has three settings, with the…

31.05.2025 15:18 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

MANGO SORBET ICE CREAM BALLS – REVIEW PURCHASED FROM LYDL 22nd MAY 2025 I came across these the other day in Lidl at Whitfield, Dover. I picked them up as I thought Enzo might like them, but my self and Kara tried them and they are very nice. You could have them on their own or add them to drinks for a mango flavour. They are also vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and lactose-free.

MANGO SORBET ICE CREAM BALLS – REVIEW

PURCHASED FROM LYDL 22nd MAY 2025 I came across these the other day in Lidl at Whitfield, Dover. I picked them up as I thought Enzo might like them, but my self and Kara tried them and they are very nice. You could have them on their own or add them to drinks…

24.05.2025 07:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE MIRROR MAN BY FIONA McINTOSH – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY NO EXIT PRESS ON THE 16th JANUARY 2025 Fiona McIntosh is one of Australia’s favourite storytellers across various genres, and her Jack Hawksworth character is regularly in the National Top 10. Originally born and raised in Sussex, Fiona is delighted to be bringing the Scotland Yard detective series, which has been optioned for TV, home for release in the UK during 2025.

THE MIRROR MAN BY FIONA McINTOSH – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY NO EXIT PRESS ON THE 16th JANUARY 2025 Fiona McIntosh is one of Australia’s favourite storytellers across various genres, and her Jack Hawksworth character is regularly in the National Top 10. Originally born and raised in Sussex, Fiona…

23.05.2025 07:19 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE PERFECT PSYCHOPATH BY ALICE HUNTER – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY AVON ON THE 22nd MAY 2025 After completing a psychology degree, Alice Hunter became a prison intervention facilitator. There, she was part of a team offering rehabilitation programmes to men serving sentences for a wide range of offences, often working with prisoners who'd committed serious violent crimes. Previously, Alice was a nurse working in the NHS. She now puts her experiences to good use in fiction.

THE PERFECT PSYCHOPATH BY ALICE HUNTER – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY AVON ON THE 22nd MAY 2025 After completing a psychology degree, Alice Hunter became a prison intervention facilitator. There, she was part of a team offering rehabilitation programmes to men serving sentences for a wide range of…

22.05.2025 07:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE HARVESTER, BYBROOK BARN, ASHFORD, KENT UK LUNCH REVIEW It was that time when the ladies that lunch meet up for their monthly get-together. I did not pop into the garden centre this time as I was told by Enzo I couldn't go without him. Today, we celebrated Sylvie's birthday. I won't mention her age, as we all look much younger than we are... lol. Most of us had the set lunch menu, which has increased in price, but it's still only £14.99 for two courses, which is not too bad.

THE HARVESTER, BYBROOK BARN, ASHFORD, KENT UK

LUNCH REVIEW It was that time when the ladies that lunch meet up for their monthly get-together. I did not pop into the garden centre this time as I was told by Enzo I couldn't go without him. Today, we celebrated Sylvie's birthday. I won't mention her…

21.05.2025 15:55 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

BIRD & BLEND TEA CO – REVIEW My new favourite drinks! I started with the Strawberry Lemonade and made it in a jug, then put it in the fridge. After topping it up with lemonade, it makes a scrummy drink. Perfect for sunny days in the garden and so refreshing. Not as elegant as their cold brew container, though. They sent me a sample of the Chocolate digestives, which I had hot, and the best thing is that you do not need any chocolate biscuits with it as it already tastes like them.

BIRD & BLEND TEA CO – REVIEW

My new favourite drinks! I started with the Strawberry Lemonade and made it in a jug, then put it in the fridge. After topping it up with lemonade, it makes a scrummy drink. Perfect for sunny days in the garden and so refreshing. Not as elegant as their cold brew…

20.05.2025 07:09 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

HAPPY NOSE CANDLES – REVIEW If you are a candle lover like me, then you are going to love these! I just love these candles, they are my absolute favourite and so worth the money. I don't buy the cheap pound ones anymore, as these last so much longer and the fragrances are divine. Plus, the range is amazing, so you can always find one to suit any room in your house or office.

HAPPY NOSE CANDLES – REVIEW

If you are a candle lover like me, then you are going to love these! I just love these candles, they are my absolute favourite and so worth the money. I don't buy the cheap pound ones anymore, as these last so much longer and the fragrances are divine. Plus, the range…

19.05.2025 10:22 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

NEVER LIE BY FREIDA McFADDEN – BOOK REVIEW ‎ PUBLISHED BY POISONED PEN PRESS Internationally bestselling author Freida McFadden is a physician who lives in Boston with her family. Freida is the winner of both the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Paperback Original and the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Thriller. Her novels have been translated into more than forty languages. When the sun is shining, it's the best time to read a book, as time goes so quickly, and before you know, you have finished the book.

NEVER LIE BY FREIDA McFADDEN – BOOK REVIEW

‎ PUBLISHED BY POISONED PEN PRESS Internationally bestselling author Freida McFadden is a physician who lives in Boston with her family. Freida is the winner of both the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Paperback Original and the Goodreads…

14.05.2025 07:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

THE LOCKED DOOR BY FREIDA McFADDEN – BOOK REVIEW PUBLISHED BY POISONED PEN PRESS #1 New York Times, #1 Sunday Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and internationally bestselling author Freida McFadden is a physician who lives in Boston with her family. Freida is the winner of both the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Paperback Original and the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Thriller. Her novels have been translated into more than forty languages.

THE LOCKED DOOR BY FREIDA McFADDEN – BOOK REVIEW

PUBLISHED BY POISONED PEN PRESS #1 New York Times, #1 Sunday Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and internationally bestselling author Freida McFadden is a physician who lives in Boston with her family. Freida is the winner of both the…

13.05.2025 10:14 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

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