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Book, Genres, Historical Fiction, History, Reviews

Book Review: Madwoman

In 1887, young Nellie Bly sets out for New York and a career in journalism, determined to make her way as a serious reporter, whatever that may take. Continue reading Book Review: Madwoman

Mrs PJul 3, 2022Leave a comment
Book, Genres, Historical Fiction, Horror, Reviews

Book Review: Begars Abbey

Built on the foundations of an old convent, Begars moves and sings with the biting wind. There are dark places in the hidden tunnels beneath Begars. And they will not give up their secrets easily… Continue reading Book Review: Begars Abbey

Mrs PJul 2, 2022Leave a comment
Genres, Historical Fiction

Book Review: The Trial of Lotta Rae

Lotta Rae is a young working-class woman who is viciously attacked by a wealthy gentleman. Lotta’s family are firm believers in justice, so Lotta makes the brave decision to testify in court against her attacker. The guardians of justice support her, or so it seems… Continue reading Book Review: The Trial of Lotta Rae

Mrs PMay 31, 2022Leave a comment
Genres, Historical Fiction

Book Spotlight: The Heretic’s Daughter

Seville, 1498. As the Inquisition’s grip on Andalucia tightens, Isaac and Isabel are forced to choose between family and faith. Will they survive the consequences of their choices? Continue reading Book Spotlight: The Heretic’s Daughter

Mrs PMay 26, 2022May 26, 20221 Comment
Book, Fantasy, Genres, Historical Fiction, Reviews, Young Adult

Book Review: Erosabel

Erosabel is haunted by a curse… as she escapes her past, what will her destiny be? Continue reading Book Review: Erosabel

Mrs PMay 25, 2022May 25, 2022Leave a comment
Book, Genres, Historical Fiction, History, Reviews

Book Review: The Orphanage Girls

Ruth dares to dream of another life – far away from the horrors within the walls of Bethnal Green’s infamous orphanage. Luckily she has her friends, Amy and Ellen – but she can’t keep them safe, and the suffering is only getting worse. Surely there must be a way out? Continue reading Book Review: The Orphanage Girls

Mrs PMay 17, 2022May 23, 202231 Comments
Book, Crime, Genres, Historical Fiction, History, Reviews

Book Review: A Taste for Killing

Godfrey Bowyer, the best but least likeable bow maker in Worcester, dies of poisoning, though his wife Blanche survives. Continue reading Book Review: A Taste for Killing

Mrs PMay 12, 2022Leave a comment
Book, Contemporary Fiction, Genres, Historical Fiction, Locations, Reviews

Book Review: Amber

Some people will stop at nothing to get what they want, regardless of what may come. But the past is always waiting… For what they seek, is seeking them. Continue reading Book Review: Amber

Mrs PApr 30, 2022Apr 30, 2022Leave a comment
Book, Contemporary Fiction, Genres, Historical Fiction, History, Locations, Reviews

Book Review: The Secret of Karabakh

You are not who you think you are. Your future is not what you think it will be.
You are in danger… Continue reading Book Review: The Secret of Karabakh

Mrs PApr 28, 2022Apr 28, 20221 Comment
Book, Genres, Historical Fiction, History, Reviews

Book Review: The Belles of Waterloo

Maria, Georgy and Harriet navigate their first throes of passion, scandal, and love in the heady pre-war atmosphere of Brussels in 1815. Continue reading Book Review: The Belles of Waterloo

Mrs PApr 21, 20221 Comment

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