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Messandrierre by Angela Wren
Sometimes it is not a good idea to read books by people you know and like, because it can result in disappointment. It was for this reason that I had not picked up any novels by Angela Wren previously. Mistake – big mistake! The Blurb Sacrificing his job in investigation following an incident in Paris, …
40 Sonnets by Don Paterson
I was given the book, 40 Sonnets by Don Paterson as a birthday gift by a friend. I enjoy the form of the sonnet and this modern collection is exquisite. Don Paterson is regarded as one of the most skilled formal poets writing in English today. He has won an intimidating array of Forward Prizes including …
Six Years by Harlan Coben
It had been a while since I had read a book by Harlan Coben. I don’t know why, because I have always enjoyed his work. I obtained this novel when my local library were giving away some books that they had taken off their shelves. FREE BOOKS! Don’t they know I already have a huge …
Heart of Stone by John Jackson
When I bought the novel, Heart of Stone recently, I did so largely because it was written by my friend, John Jackson. I do not read much in the historical romance genre now, although I read little else for many years. However, I am delighted that I did buy the book as it is an …
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