Subtly brilliant #pick

Wow..This is just incredible!
#pick #cloudcuckooland #anthonydoerr

This is such a beautiful book, it nearly left me in tears at the end. It perfectly encapsulates community and humanity, simultaneously mixing lighthearted storylines with some utterly heartbreaking topics. Definitely a pick #TheHeavenandEarthGroceryStore #pick

So many different emotions reading this one. At times I found it really moving and at others it made me feel so uncomfortable I had to put it down. Ultimately the book was well written and thought provoking, I just felt like it was forced into being a disturbing love story when it could have been so much more.

First stumbled across Maggie O‘Farrell earlier this year when I read Hamnet. She‘s quickly becoming one of my favourites, her writing is so authentic and raw. Reading this I can see why, I also love how she incorporates her lived experiences in the lives of her characters. Definitely recommend #pick

Perfect holiday read 🌞
#pick #thismustbetheplace #maggieofarrell #holidayread

Intense
#pick #athousandships

Really enjoyed this one #pick #atraceofsun #summerread

A little unsure how I felt about this one, from about half way through the book it took a turn that I wasn‘t expecting and am still not sure if I liked it or not. Having said that, the writing was intense and addictive and it‘s unlike anything I‘ve read before. So still a pick from me! #pick #HannahKent #Devotion

Really loving this author at the moment. Her writing style and character development is stunning. #pick #maggieofarrell

Light-hearted little read #pick #theRosieProject

Just finished this one. Was an emotional and tough read, but sadly story that needed to be told. Very moving and beautifully written #pick #songbirds

Didn‘t particularly like the protagonist at the beginning, I found her a little annoying if I‘m honest. Warmed to her as the book went on. Kristin is never afraid of writing about strong women and this one is no exception. Raw, honest account of a woman‘s war and struggles with PTSD. #pick #thewomen

Devastating but beautifully written #pick #hamnet

This one was perfect for snuggles on the sofa #pick #GoAsaRiver #shellyread

This book had me at the tag line. I knew it would be right up my street. Did not disappoint at all! I was immersed in the three protagonists stories and how they all intertwined. Really enjoyed reading, feel like I finished it too quick #pick #Weyward #EmiliaHart

1930s Germany told from the daughter of an SS officer‘s point of view. I really enjoyed this one however I felt it ended quite abruptly and I would have liked to delve deeper into the lives of Hetty and Walter as the war progressed. Still putting it as a pick though #pick #PeopleLikeUs

A fair few plot twists, some pretty predictable others not so much. The writing kept me interested and invested the whole way through, which for a six hundred page book is pretty impressive. Overall really enjoyed this one #pick #homecoming

Finished this one yesterday so technically still counts as my last book of the year. Got so immersed with this one, a lot happens and sometimes it was hard to keep up but it kept me hooked. loved it #pick #newyear

Took a little while to get into this one but once it got going I enjoyed it #pick #theforgettingtime

Moving story of how three siblings overcome tragedy and navigate through difficult times. Really enjoyed this one!
#pick #cecilepin #wanderingsouls

Cosy autumn Sundays 🍂 #pick #theRomantic

I wouldn‘t necessarily class this as a thriller but that suited me better. I‘m not a huge fan of thrillers. This was well written and genuinely had me hooked from the first page, I couldn‘t put it down 💀 #pick #theskeletonkey

A difficult topic that was incredibly relatable and easy to read. I loved the depth of characters in this book and how detailed a writer Elif is #pick #elifshafak

As a woman working in healthcare this hit hard. Not usually a reader of non-fiction but this is so well researched and written. I couldn‘t put it down. #pick #unwellwomen #healthcare

Really enjoyed the writing on this one. I became so invested in Agnes‘ story and felt everything with her. Sad it had to come to an end #pick #burialrites

This was a complete rollercoaster of emotions. Educational and moving, it‘s so beautifully written. I can see why it won #womensprize #pick #brotherlessnight

Gritty, powerful and at times darkly humorous. Really enjoyed reading this one #pick #themaiden

Words cannot describe how incredible this book is. Truly breathtaking #pick #theNightingale

Told from an interesting perspective, this book beautifully describes the very real and damaging effects of conflict experienced by nature and humans. Really enjoyed reading and learning more about Cyprus 🇨🇾 #pick

Definitely worth the hype 🙌🏻 #pick #theSevenHusbandsofEvelynHugo

Nothing beats a spa day and a good book. Loved this one by Celeste Ng #pick #EverythingINeverToldYou #spa

Thought provoking. I loved the story telling and seeing how the lives of the three protagonists intertwined despite being set decades apart. Definite pick

Heartbreaking, moving and incredibly written. This book is so worth a read 🌞 #pick #halfofayellowsun

Inspirational, heartbreaking, powerful..
#pick #threesisters

Enjoyed reading this one. The two narratives of Olivia and lily were interesting and I found myself not being able to put it down. Slightly disappointed by the ending, but overall is a #pick #madhoney

Raw and honest account of what happens when the doctor becomes the patient. Inspirational read, even if the end left me sobbing on a plane #pick

I found the different perspectives from the three main characters really interesting. So many difficult hard hitting topics were dealt with in this book but I think she did so perfectly. Couldn‘t put it down 🙌🏻
#pick #themothers #britbennett

Inspiring! I fell in love with Adunni and her story of hope, bravery and the power of having a voice 🙌🏻 #pick #lovedit

This book was so powerful. A raw, beautiful story of hardship, struggle and overall a mothers love. #pick

My boyfriend picked this for me in a book shop a few weeks ago, purely because he says I cackle like a witch when I laugh. As it turns out it‘s actually an incredible read! A raw, brutally honest and at times darkly humorous account of the witch trials. Really enjoyed reading this one.. might have to get him to pick books for me again #pick #witchtrials

Really enjoying reading Stacey Halls books at the moment. Her storytelling is so immersive and I love that her books always centre around stong female protagonists! #pick

This was a perfect little holiday read. I really loved the concept around time and how even the smallest action can have big impacts on those around you. Wasn‘t overly keen on the ending but overall worth a read #pick

Definitely not just buying books because they look pretty... thankfully the story‘s are just as charming as their covers 🥰 #picks

This is a book for book lovers! What a beautiful story, felt a little confusing at times (there‘s a lot going on). But the bottom line is that this is a tale about people who love books and a reminder about the power they hold. #pick #thelostbookshop

Incredible! This one sucked me in from the very beginning, Ng has this way of writing that makes you think and question everything know or thought you knew. I couldn‘t put it down #pick #ourmissinghearts #CelesteNg

Really enjoyed the storytelling on this one. Based around the true events of Nazi occupied Venice, it perfectly encapsulates the city and the stories of Venetians fighting for freedom. #pick #venice #thesecretmessenger

With the incredible back drop of Alaska this is a beautiful story about love and loss, but mostly importantly what it takes to survive. #pick #thegreatalone #love #summerread

Really enjoyed this one 🐝 #pick #otherwomen #feminist

Enjoyed snuggling up with this one #pick