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#TuesdayBookBlog THE BODY IN THE TREES: A BOWMAN OF THE YARD INVESTIGATION by Richard James (@RichardNJames) Recommended to fans of historical mysteries and complex characters #VictorianMystery

Posted on July 7, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I bring you the third book in a series of Victorian mysteries I’ve been following for a while. The Body In The Trees: A Bowman Of The Yard Investigation by Richard James Bowman of the Yard: Book Three ‘Wonderfully atmospheric, full of the thrills of Victorian London.’ Adam Croft. Summer, 1892. Accompanied by

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog A Bowman of the Yard Investigation, grief, PTSD, Richard James, Scotland Yard, TuesdayBookBlog, Victorian mystery, village life

#TuesdayBookBlog Rosie’s Book Review Team is 6 years old and we’re celebrating #RBRT

Posted on June 30, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: Rosie’s Book Review Team is six years old, and to celebrate it we’ve organised a bit of a blogging event. Rosie will be sharing the list of the 14 books best-loved by the team, in two posts (you must read them both, and you’ll find part 1 here and part 2 here), and

Posted in Rosie's Book Review Team, Tuesday Book Blog authors, Blog anniversary, Celebration, independent authors, reviewers, reviews

#TuesdayBookBlog THE LAKE NEVER TELLS by Alex Tully (@alextullywriter) Will leave readers with a smile #RBRT

Posted on June 23, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I bring you a review of another book from Rosie’s Team. Another great find. The Lake Never Tells by Alex Tully Zoe has lived in Sunny Shores Trailer Park her whole life and she knows what the Memorial Day weekend brings—snobby rich kids who serve as a constant reminder of how pathetic

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog Alex Tully, depression, feel good, hope, mental illness, mysterious death, mystery, trauma, YA fiction, YA romance

#TuesdayBookBlog HUMANKIND: A HOPEFUL HISTORY by Rutger Bregman (@BloomsburyBooks) #RutgerBregman #NetGalley A bright and well-argued book full of hopeful content

Posted on June 16, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I’m sharing the review of a book that I found perfect for these uncertain times. Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman ‘If you only read one book this year, make it this one’ CATHY RENTZENBRINK ‘This book must be read by as many people as possible – only when people change their view

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog anthropology, criminology, education, Evolution, Hobbes, non-fiction, philosophy, psychology experiments, Rousseau, Rutger Bregman, social history

#TuesdayBookBlog BLACKTHORN by Terry Tyler (@TerryTyler4) Terrific characters and a ray of hope in a dark, dark world #sci-fi

Posted on June 2, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I bring you a book by an author that is a big favourite of mine, and one connected to one of her most popular series. Terrific! Blackthorn by Terry Tyler The UK, year 2139. One hundred and fifteen years ago, a mysterious virus wiped out ninety-five per cent of humanity. Blackthorn, the largest

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog Blackthorn, dystopia, manipulation, Project Renova series, religion, sci-fi, Terry Tyler, UK, virus

#TuesdayBookBlog RUM HIJACK by Phil Motel (@philmotel) A writer for writers of discerning taste #RBRT

Posted on May 26, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I picked up this novel after reading an intriguing and enticing review by fellow reviewer and talented writer Terry Tyler, and as I’ve discovered quite a number of great writers following her recommendations, I had to give this one a go. I’m sure you’ll realise why soon enough. Rum Hijack by Phil Motel

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog alcohol, Bukowski, drugs, Eileen, John Waters, literary fiction, metafiction, Russian submarines, writers' block

#TuesdayBookBlog SEASON OF SECOND CHANCES by Aimee Alexander (@aimeealexbooks) A feel-good, heart-warming, and moving read #RBRT

Posted on May 19, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I bring you another book I’ve reviewed for Rosie Amber’s Book Review Team and loved it. Season of Second Chances by Aimee Alexander When leaving is just the beginning… The long-awaited novel of family, love and learning to be kind to yourself by award-winning, bestselling Irish author, Aimee Alexander. Grace Sullivan flees Dublin

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog domestic abuse, Domestic violence, female protagonist, female writing, Ireland, Rosie's Book Review Team, rural doctor, second chances, starting over, Tuesday Book Blog, village life, West Cork

#TuesdayBookBlog One Year of Ugly by Caroline Mackenzie (@BoroughPress) (@HarperCollinsUK) A memorable, witty and dark comedy. Highly recommended.

Posted on May 12, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I bring you a book that although it might be an acquired taste, I enjoyed immensely. One Year of Ugly by Caroline Mackenzie ‘Deliciously dark’ EMMA JANE UNSWORTH ‘Funny and important’ LAURA JANE WILLIAMS It was Aunt Celia who got us into the whole mess. The entire Palacios family thrust smack into the

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog comedy, dark comedy, firrst-person narrative, Humour, illegal immigrants, strong female protagonist, Trinidad, Venezuela

#TuesdayBookBlog LITTLE TEA by Claire Fullerton (@cfullerton3) Recommended to lovers of Southern literature and beautiful writing #Bookreview

Posted on May 5, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi all: I bring you a review of a book just published at the end of last week by an author I’ve read great things about. Even before its publication, the novel has gained plenty of attention: The Pulpwood Queens (780 book club chapters) August book selection Finalist in the Faulkner Society’s William Wisdom International

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog Claire Fullerton, female friendship, female protagonist, Memphis, race relations, Southern literature, Tennessee, Tennessee Williams

#TuesdayBookBlog Odd Numbers by JJ Marsh (@JJMarsh1) A spider web that traps readers and doesn’t let go #RBRT

Posted on April 28, 2020 by OlgaNunez

Hi, all. I bring you a great book that will be released on the 1st of May, and I want to recommend. Another great find by Rosie Amber and her team. Odd Numbers by JJ Marsh The Guilty Party meets The Secret History Can you forgive a friend? Strange things bring people together. Like a tragic death.

Posted in Book review, Book reviews, Tuesday Book Blog Europe, friendship, grief, JJ Marsh, lies, mourning, psychological drama, secrets, translators, travel