Childrens Books
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REVIEW | Murder at the Museum – Alasdair Beckett-King
SYNOPSIS Many people go their whole lives without noticing anything that is afoot, amiss, or even untoward; without ever experiencing that toe-tingling, stomach-twisting sensation that a mystery is about to unfold. Not Bonnie Montgomery – the world’s best detective. Not that anyone (other than Grampa Banks) has heard of her… But they might have heard… Continue reading
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REVIEW | Wonder – R.J. Palacio
“Here’s what I think: the only reason I’m not ordinary is that no one else sees me that way.” It’s hard to talk about this book without spoiling it. But I loved reading this book – and I was right, I did cry by the end. We mainly follow August, a boy who was born… Continue reading
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REVIEW | Cogheart – Peter Bunzl
No one conquers fear easily, Robert. It takes a brave heart to win great battles. This was such a compelling story! And wow was it more murderous and gore-filled than I expected. It actually got my squeamishness triggered at times. Set in a steampunk Victorian England, we follow Lily and Robert as they flee from… Continue reading
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REVIEW | The Secret Garden – Frances Hodgson Burnett
“Where you tend a rose my lad, a thistle cannot grow.” Why did I always avoid this book and film growing up!? This was such a beautiful and heart-warming story. We follow two children who have been neglected and raised through privilege – always getting their way despite being horrible and bratty, and not doing… Continue reading
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REVIEW | Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire
Percy wouldn’t notice a joke if it danced naked in front of him wearing one of Dobby’s hats. Ooh, I didn’t like this one as much… I’m torn between a three and a four-star, but I’ll go with the higher based on the ending. I found so many characters infuriating – plus I did not… Continue reading
About Me
Books and food enthusiast. I discovered a love for reading in my late teens, so you’ll see me catching up on older series quite often. I also love to travel around the UK, where I live, and picking up some crafty hobbies – I hope to share snippets of this amongst all the book content. Other interests include gaming, podcasts, drinking too much tea, and trying to personify autumn.