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Book Review - The Snowman by Jo Nesbo (movie tie-in)

Title: The Snowman (Harry Hole Book 7) Author: Jo Nesbo Edition: Movie Tie-in Rating: 5 stars  'The Snowman' was the book that ...

Wednesday 20 April 2016

Book Review - Kindred by Steve Robinson

Title: Kindred (Jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mystery 5)
Author: Steve Robinson
Release Date: April 2016
Rating: 5 stars

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher who gave me an ARC of Kindred in exchange for an honest review.

In this 5th outing of the Jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mysteries, we finally learn the true story behind JT's own family history. As a keen genealogist myself, I fell in love with these books from the very first one and 'Kindred' does not disappoint.

Fast paced and moving seamlessly between the present day and World War 2 Germany, this is the best one yet! Full of the twists and turns we have come to expect, but also incredibly moving at times, 'Kindred' takes you on a journey you would never have expected it to. My heart was in my mouth as the book gathered pace to reach its thrilling conclusion. I carried on reading long into the night as I just couldn't bring myself to put it down until the final page had been turned.

Jefferson Tayte is a warm, funny, lovable character, who you can't help but fall in love with. His research has a habit of getting him into all sorts of trouble, but I wouldn't have him any other way! If only my own genealogical research could be as interesting - but maybe not quite as dangerous!

A thrilling read and one I highly recommend. Steve Robinson is a gifted storyteller and I hope it isn't too long until we see more of the wonderful Jefferson Tayte. A very easy 5 stars.

Saturday 16 April 2016

Book Review: Maladapted by Richard Kurti

Title: Maladapted
Author: Richard Kurti
Rating: 4 stars
Release Date: 7th April 2016

Thank you to THE Book Club and the publisher who gave me an ARC of 'Maladapted' in exchange for an honest review.

I wasn't too sure what to expect when I started this book, but it captured my imagination from the first page and didn't let go until the final page was turned.

Set in what is possibly a not too distant future, 'Maladapted' is an exhilarating YA novel, filled with memorable characters who you quickly come to care about. Cillian and Tess are thrown together by circumstances beyond their control, with the story slowly unraveling until it comes to its thrilling conclusion that leaves you gasping for more.

'Maladapted' is a beautifully written book that I enjoyed immensely. I hope to read more by Richard Kurti in the future.

A fabulous 4 stars. Highly recommended.