"The carpet? Really? I'm so preocupied with all the bigger problems. I don't really think about the small things. I guess it could use a good beating."The carpet? Really? I'm so preocupied with all the bigger problems. I don't really think about the small things. I guess it could use a good beating." Viv swallowed and shook her head. "No. It could use a good burning."
Haha that line and others made me chuckle throughout the book. I loved Legends and Lattes so I brought Bookshops & Bonedust and couldn't wait to read this book. It didn't disappoint. I really enjoyed being in Viv's world. I like the contrast from fighting in battle to Viv sitting in the bookshop reading a book.
I did notice that this book wasn't as cosy as Legends & Lattes, which I super enjoyed with the basis of being in a Cafe and having a slower pace. But I don't mind as I enjoyed the characters in this book more than I did in the previous one. I enjoyed all of the characters. I love Fern the rattkin who owns the bookshop with Potroast. We also meet Gallina who is being introduced in this book and we see her again in Legends & Lattes.
<>Bookshops & Bonedust on the otherhand wasn't as slow and there was most of the time a dark under theme going on with Varine the Pale and wights shadowing the storyline of Viv and the other characters.
This book is 4.5*stars for me,
"Gin," replied the baker., sipping her own."Smells like winter. Tastes like summer."...more
"... most of all it depends on the readers. Books belong to everybody: the creators, the sellers and the readers. That's what society is all about,"... most of all it depends on the readers. Books belong to everybody: the creators, the sellers and the readers. That's what society is all about, I believe."
This is a new all-time favourite book. It was fantastic.
"It's a question of passion. The majority may not accept something, but as long as there are some who do, the existence of that thing - whatever it may be - is protected."
I loved that we met 5 different characters; each with their own story to tell in this book. I love it when the whole story nests other stories within it. Another ultimate favourite book is Scorpion Soup by Tahir Shah, where he tells story after another story and binds ten beautifully together at the end like a precious present.
So, anyway that's one of the big reasons I love this book. It's also full of heart, emotions and heart-break. There are some characters' stories I could more resonant with like the new mother and how she was coping with a toddler and a job.
The character I enjoyed the most though was Hiroya. He's unemployed and feels useless but then after one event after another finds himself in the library quite a lot and making connections with people and himself - and finding his passion again.
I definitely recommend this book and author. I will read her next book....more
This is a great new series by Jamie Littler who is becoming one of my new favourite authors.
I liked alReading Book 999 and now is my 1000th Book read!
This is a great new series by Jamie Littler who is becoming one of my new favourite authors.
I liked all the characters especially Cinder and found the concept of the Arkanists interesting. I can't wait to see how the third book unfolds and what will happen to Juniper and Cinder. ...more
I realy enjoyed reading these two books on the Hidden Folk, Wild World and all the nature bits that Melissa Harrison mentions throughout the stories.
II realy enjoyed reading these two books on the Hidden Folk, Wild World and all the nature bits that Melissa Harrison mentions throughout the stories.
It's one of the best middle-grade books that features nature and talks a lot about it. I love that so much about these two books. They go into my all-time-favourites....more
' And Mortals are the guardians of the Wild World now?' asked Moss. Cumulus frowned. 'That must be how Pan has decreed it...though they might not have ' And Mortals are the guardians of the Wild World now?' asked Moss. Cumulus frowned. 'That must be how Pan has decreed it...though they might not have realized it yet.'
By Ash, Oak and Thorn is a superb, funny and cozy read. It is beautifully written and has an interesting story that is filled with lots of nature-related mentionings of animals and plant life.
I love that Mrs Harrison made up an ancient language - the Wild Argot - which mostly animals and the Hidden Folk use but not humans. I like that she talks about environmental issues and the disappearance of wild things.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this story and ordered the second book already By Rowan and Yew as I can't wait to read more nature descriptions and see what is happening to the Hidden Folk.
I enjoyed most of the characters especially the birds mentioned like Spangle and Zip.
For some reason while reading this about the Hidden Folk, I thought about Hilda (the Comics). They both sort of have a similar vibe of light fantasy mixed with adventure and a lot of nature. I love reading these types of books.
I'm looking forward to reading more books by this author....more
“My garden has taught me that nature and life are all about harmony.” (Bilfred the not-giant says.
This book was magical and fun to read. It has a 80’“My garden has taught me that nature and life are all about harmony.” (Bilfred the not-giant says.
This book was magical and fun to read. It has a 80’s feeling to it that reminded me of the Goons (which I haven’t seen yet) and other 80’s dramas that I’ve watched when I was younger.
All the characters were interesting and fun. The adventures into Waterfall Woods and meeting the sprites was enchanting.
I also loved the mentioning of the foods (though I eat plant based) throughout the book. Now I want a good porridge or a nice bap (“sarnie” where I live).
There is a lot of mentioning nature’s rhythm. Oliver touches on factory and ethical farming, balance of nature and that we all have a part to play in our world.
Jamie Oliver’s first Children’s book is a great start to a new series, which I’m looking forward to read....more
What a wonderful snow-filled story. Beautiful writing and interesting characters.
I love how the Snow Girl comes to be within the story and everythingWhat a wonderful snow-filled story. Beautiful writing and interesting characters.
I love how the Snow Girl comes to be within the story and everything unfolds and connects to Tasha’s wish to have a friend. I like how it is all woven together and paints us a beautiful snowy landscape and friendships.
It gets quite emotional at some points especially towards the end. I felt for Tasha (although I also felt she was quite selfish) for wanting a friend and yet couldn’t bring herself to make connections because of something that happened in the *past (* you need to read the book for that!)
This is definitely a new favourite of mine by Sophie Anderson.
Beautiful ending to an awesome series. Sad to have finished it but will definitely pick these books up again in the near future for a re-read. One of Beautiful ending to an awesome series. Sad to have finished it but will definitely pick these books up again in the near future for a re-read. One of my all-time-favourite book series. I definitely will read more books by Thomas Taylor.
Loved all the characters, adventures and mysteries of Eerie-on-Sea....more
Love this series so much! I can't wait for the 5th and final book that is coming out this year in September.
Like I said in previous Reviews: I love thLove this series so much! I can't wait for the 5th and final book that is coming out this year in September.
Like I said in previous Reviews: I love the setting, the characters and the plots. It's full of adventure, mystery, and mayhem.
I want to know If we get to find out where Herbert Lemon comes from and what the deepest secret is! Hopefully, the last book is going to round up all the loose ends that have been seen throughout the last few books. Fingers crossed....more
This series is so much fun to read. Shadowghast didn’t disappoint.
I love the atmosphere of each book/story, the characters are great and I love the mThis series is so much fun to read. Shadowghast didn’t disappoint.
I love the atmosphere of each book/story, the characters are great and I love the mysteries that are found in each book. There is a great deal of humour especially when there’s a talking cat and other interesting gadgets about like Clermit the clockwork Hermit Crab.
The Frostheart trilogy is great but I found that the Eerie-on-Sea series has a lot more heart in it. It’s like you can tell the author had a great time writing all these stories. Even though it has quite a bit of a dark under theme, there’s a coziness to it.
I love that all these stories take place at the seaside. It seems to be a small place, where everyone knows each other. There’s nothing better than a good background set up where you see familiar faces everyday!...more
5* and more stars If I could. Best book of the year for me with second would be The Thief Who Sang Storms as they bot“A world without story is lost.”
5* and more stars If I could. Best book of the year for me with second would be The Thief Who Sang Storms as they both deal with very mature and dark themes.
This story had me in tears and such heartache for what happened to our main character, Petra, and all the other survivors on the mantis ship.
It is also a scary book of the possibility of what could happen to a human civilisation after Earth has been annihilated by a comet and they are trying to find another planet to live in. A new world without war and starvation but at what cost? The possibility of erasing the whole of human history? A new life without stories?
I personally rather die than live in a new world that tries to erase everything. I like to remember…
This book and story made me appreciate Mother Earth even more with its beautiful nature and animals in it. Do not take for granted the place you live in because what If? What If it would disappear?
I’m going to read more of this authors books. This a new favourite book of mine....more
I haven’t had this much fun reading a book in a long while! This series (trilogy) has the atmosphere of “Lord of Rings” with it’s fantasy adventures aI haven’t had this much fun reading a book in a long while! This series (trilogy) has the atmosphere of “Lord of Rings” with it’s fantasy adventures and a full cast of interesting characters、
The world is made of beautiful ragged snowy ice landscapes that draws you even more into the story.
My favourite characters are Tobu who is a Yeti and Guardian of Ash who brings wisdom to the story and Lunah who is a Human “Drifter” and is a super cool friend to Ash.
Ash (our main character) has his ups and downs as we follow his journey and adventures with the Frostheart crew. He is strong at heart but as we all do makes mistakes and has to learn the consequences from that.
"Our hats are a bit like books," Cordelia began. "They contain magic, but it's up to the person reading the book to bring the magic to life. Without t"Our hats are a bit like books," Cordelia began. "They contain magic, but it's up to the person reading the book to bring the magic to life. Without the reader, the magic just sits there. Same as a hat."
I loved this one a bit more than the first book. There were times I couldn't put the book down. It was that good! It left me tingling with magic. A new favourite of mine,
"Magic should belong to those who make it!" declared Cordelia. "Everyone whose magic can make the world better should be allowed to decide how to use it." ...more
”What games will it play?” “Regretfully there is no way of knowing Madam. The Tower is a changeable and dangerous taskmaster. It’s all-seein4.5 stars
”What games will it play?” “Regretfully there is no way of knowing Madam. The Tower is a changeable and dangerous taskmaster. It’s all-seeing, all-knowing...” “And all-grumpy,” added Nine.
"First I'm locked inside my House for three years, and now I'm locked out!" "At least it's not world-jumping now it's landed," said Nine. "There must be some way to get inside.." "Madam, clearly you have never tried to get inside a magical house which doesn't want you to. It can be intolerably stubborn.
I really enjoyed reading the second novel of this series. It’s becoming a new favourite series of mine. It’s fantasy, magical and funny, and has an interesting fun cast of characters. Everything I enjoy in a series....more
Great information about breasteeding and more related topics towards children, parenting and raisi5 stars
I loved the book and the author is hilarious.
Great information about breasteeding and more related topics towards children, parenting and raising a toddler. I found it a very informative yet entertaining and interesting read.
I definitely recommend this to every mother-to-be plus you get to see some fun and hilarious illustrations, which make it an even better read!...more
I loved this book. Bump is a funny, amusing, entertaining yet informative read.
The author illustrated a lot of things that were explicit (which some mI loved this book. Bump is a funny, amusing, entertaining yet informative read.
The author illustrated a lot of things that were explicit (which some might not like - so be aware!) and I found the illustrations to be quite psychedelic and I enjoyed them! Good on her for doing it! I love that she's so open and communicates so open and well her information and messages throughout the book.
As a 21-week and something pregnant lady I find myself more encouraged and brave to go through with my own pregnancy. I can't wait to meet my own little darling! So thank you to the author for giving me more courage and the information that you have provided in here.
The story of Addie LaRue's "invisible" Life and magical realism was wonderful.
I listened to this on auThis is probably the best story I read in 2021!
The story of Addie LaRue's "invisible" Life and magical realism was wonderful.
I listened to this on audible and liked the narrator who did a good job bringing this story alive. I liked all the characters and enjoyed hearing all the different places Addie lived in and the events that took place in that time and place.
This is also my first time listening to V.E. Schwab's stories. She's got a beautiful imagination and I might pick up another book of her's. Unfortunately I didn't get into Vicious but this one was wonderful....more
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