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  • Not The Faintest Trace

    By Wilson, W.M
    4 stars

    Story centering around the disappearance & discovery of two teenage boys in late 1800s. Gave an insight into immigrant life at the time. Such Immersive writing, I could picture the gardens, houses & people like I was there.

  • The Cornish Knot

    By Admin, V; Charlton, A
    4 stars

    A family’s journey across several generations. Literal & figurative voyage of discovery after a relative’s death. Somerset accent provided some lol moments at the beginning.

  • Blood Man

    By Cleave, Paul
    4 stars

    Wow what an emotional read! Beautifully written but very dark. Follows the lead character’s battle with his inner demon after the death of his wife. Further compounded when his father who is serving time in prison contacts him. Is it biologically inevitable that he will follow in his fathers footsteps??!!

  • Diggers, Hatters and Whores

    By Elders-Gigg, Stevan
    4 stars

    Really enjoyed reading about the history of the gold rush in NZ by area. The pictures, poems & anecdotes of the West Coast were of particular interest. Needed glasses because the writing was so small!

  • Foraging New Zealand

    By Langlands, Peter
    5 stars

    Brilliant!! Learnt so much from this book. Can’t wait to get out and start foraging! Great Photo ID with comprehensive subheadings including description, tips, habitat, seasonality & uses. Best guide to native edible plants that I’ve read to-date.

  • If You’ve Got It Haunt It

    By Holmes, Steffanie
    3 stars

    Second book in the series, took a turn from bizarre to disturbing. Lead character brings a ghost to life whilst trying to track down Jack the Ripper before she’s his next victim.

  • You’re So Dead To Me

    By Holmes, Steffanie
    4 stars

    Fantasy Rom Com with a difference about a girl that can see & feel ghosts. Bit of a shocker!! If you’re into ghost three-ways you’ll be into this :)

  • No Man’s Land

    By Hanson, Neil
    4 stars

    Love & desertion in the First World War. Heart rendering read with an ending that left me stupefied.

  • Stuck in the Game

    By Keene, Christopher
    4 stars

    Futuristic sci fi read about a teenager who after a car accident has been uploaded into a game in order to keep his consciousness alive. He’s safest in the lower levels where threats are less lethal but ventures into the upper levels to help save his girlfriend after learning from his fellow gamers that she didn’t fare as well as him. Good read, that keeps you guessing.

  • A Dash of Belladonna

    By Rackham, J
    4 stars

    Magical fantasy written as letters about a girl’s ability to call on the incarnation of nightshade. Great descriptive writing with Interesting information on herbs & their applications.

  • The Lonely Hearts Hotel

    By O'Neill, Heather
    5 stars

    Loved this book! Set at the turn of last century it follows the life of two children who met & fell in love in an orphanage. Spell-binding in its pros, it was a read that was as much captivating as it was disturbing. I certainly had no idea there are so many types of clowns!!

  • The Descent

    By Katsu, Alma
    5 stars

    What a finale!! Epic!!

  • The Reckoning

    By Katsu, Alma
    5 stars

    Book 2 is not a disappointment! This deeply twisted story moves up to another level. Everything is unexpected!! All I can say is betrayal, betrayal, betrayal!!

  • The Taker

    By Katsu, Alma
    5 stars

    What to say about this book!? It’s a historical, paranormal fantasy that is more anti-love than romance, with oodles of sex. It begins in an ER room where the main character narrates her life to the DR on duty, fast moving from present day to the early 19th century. The book explores themes of consequences and cause & effect through unrequited love & dark obsession. I absolutely loved it!!

  • Dark Harmony

    By Thalassa, Laura
    5 stars

    The finale to a fantastic series.

  • A Strange Hymn

    By Thalassa, Laura
    5 stars

    Book 2 is another great read!

  • Mike Sinclair

    By Swanson, Kerry
    4 stars

    Great read on a pioneering local Christchurch based motorcycle GP technician. Detailing his local & global success.

  • Rhapsodic

    By Thalassa, Laura
    5 stars

    First book of The Bargainer series. A really great dark romance, fantasy read. Favours for beads!!

  • John Britten

    By Hanna, Tim
    5 stars

    Great biography by Tim. Goes into fine detail that really sets the scene of the early years of the Britten. A deeply personal, fact heavy insight into John’s life & work.

  • Kiwi Bikers

    By Donnie, Ken
    5 stars

    Super interesting read on Kiwi Motorcyclists. From the tippy top to the bottom of New Zealand. Featuring everyday kiwis with a love of motorcycling to famous personalities. It’s got something for everyone & the pictures are really striking!!

  • The Princess of Secrets- Book 2

    By Lancaster, A.J
    3 stars

    Book two of the series. Good fantasy read.

  • The Plauge Charmer

    By Maitland, Karen
    4 stars

    Historical fiction set around the plague mixed in with superstition. Set in the West country in the UK where I grew up. Really loved reading about familiar places in a historical context.

  • The Court of Mortals- Book 3

    By Lancaster, A.J
    3 stars

    Good read but slow pace, only managed 3 out of a 5 series.

  • Metal Slinger

    By Schneider, Rachel
    5 stars

    An exciting read with a great plot twist at the end which left me eager for more. Look forward to the next book to see how it pans out.

  • The Lord of Stariel

    By Lancaster, A.J
    3 stars

    Good read!

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