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4,638 pts
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  • The Silent Patient

    By Alex Michaelides
    4 stars

    The Silent Patient is a psychological thriller that delves into the mysterious case of Alicia Berenson, a painter who becomes mute after being accused of her husband's murder. I love a good psychological thriller, and this one certainly had some great twists.

  • The Cleaner

    By Paul Cleave
    3 stars

    Usually I like to read the book first before watching the TV series/film, but I have to admit I watched the series first this time as I couldn't resist. I absolutely loved the TV series, and even though you know right from the start that Joe's a serial killer, it was hard not to like him. Personally, I think he's less likeable in the book and it definitely has more gore and a bit less humour than the TV series had, but the narrative provides a fresh perspective on the crime thriller genre, and it's a great read for those who like a good serial killer novel.

  • Habouring

    By Jenny Pattrick
    4 stars

    Harbouring is a beautiful historical novel about 19th-century New Zealand that delves into the lives of settlers and Māori, capturing the connections, friendships and challenges amidst rapid societal change. A beautifully crafted and enlightening read.

  • The Wish Child

    By Catherine Chidgey
    5 stars

    A haunting and lyrical exploration of life in Nazi Germany, told through the perspectives of two children, Erich and Sieglinde. Although it took me a couple of chapters to get my head around who was who and the fact the story is narrated by the 'Wish Child' (a child who has died), as soon as everything clicked into place, I couldn't put this book down. Chidgey masterfully captures the innocence of childhood amidst the horrors of war, weaving together themes of propaganda, censorship, guilt and betrayal, and human resilience, creating a narrative that is both deeply moving and unsettling. I've read numerous books set in Nazi Germany, but nothing quite like this one. It's an unforgettable read that lingers long after the final page!

  • 17 Years Later

    By J.P. Pomare
    5 stars

    I've read every one of J.P. Pomare's novels, and this would be one of his best! From the stunning covering to gripping narrative, I was hooked from beginning to end. I love a good murder mystery and '17 Years Later' delivered the perfect mix of suspense, twists, and beautifully developed characters.

  • Kawai - For Such a Time as This

    By Monty Soutar
    4 stars

    I began this last year but wasn't quite in the head space for some of the brutality in the book...but I'm so pleased I revisited it. Although confronting at times, the novel is rich in historical detail and emotional depth. Filled with history, whakapapa (ancestry), and Maori traditions, it was an enlightening and compelling read that I'll be thinking about for some time to come.

  • The songbirds of Florence

    By Olivia Spooner
    4 stars

    Masterful writing of a beautiful and heartfelt story about the Tui's (a group of women from New Zealand) who served overseas in the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps. The story was the perfect blend of love, trauma and friendship, and I loved the Kiwi aspect of the story. I never knew about the Tui's before reading this book - so I always love learning something new. But for me, this novel had a particularly big impact on me as it contained glimpses of our NZ soldiers and gave me an insight into what life would have been like for my Grandad who was fighting in the same areas as the soldiers mentioned in the book.

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