😭😭😭 the worst book hangover I‘ve had in a loooonnnnggggg time 😩😩😩 I listened to the first six novels in this series when I was commuting for work. This is the first one I‘ve read (as opposed to listening), and it is probably my favourite so far. I also really liked that it took place in Edinburgh, which I‘m missing something fierce! The cliffhanger in this one though, y‘all — prepare yourself!

It‘s been a while since I‘ve finished a book that I couldn‘t put down! Excellent read!!!!

This book had a little bit of all the things I like! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Not my favourite as I don‘t really like reading about things set during the COVID pandemic. Still looking forward to the next one and to see where Ruth and Nelson find themselves!

What did I just read?!?!?!?! This one was a wild ride and left me completely unsettled about what had actually occurred! 🪳 🪳 🪳

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Very intrigued by the premise but didn‘t like the is one as much as I thought I would.

This wasn‘t my favourite Jane Eyre retelling but I still enjoyed it!

This wasn‘t my favourite Jane Eyre retelling but I still enjoyed it!

Have your tissues ready for this one! Although sad, I really enjoyed this story —- especially the chapters narrated by the fox 🦊 ❤️

I adored this book and my children (6 and 9) enjoyed the audio as well! Definitely recommend for a family holiday read aloud 🎅

If you had a book mobile full of children‘s books, what would you call it?

Perfect seasonal thrift shop find!!! I love rotating books on display to match seasons / holidays 🎃👻💀📚

I liked the first two series on Netflix and decided to give this audio a try — I liked it! I didn‘t read any of the other books in the series though

I think I‘ve finally found the book to fo fill the hole left by Where the Crawdads Sing! MS born writer now living in NC

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I think I‘ll read more of these!!

My first read by Kristen Hannah — sad story with interesting characters

I wanted to read this as I was really intrigued by the concept of people starting anew and to see how this group evolved. My interest in books like Where the Crawdad‘s Sing, Educated, The Silent Alone & Prodigal Summer led me to this title — if enjoyed any of those titles, you might like this one too

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The ultimate unreliable narrator & interesting portrayal of memory and truth 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Excellent YA audio!

Picked this one up when First Minister Nicola Sturgeon shared it on World Book Day & it did not disappoint! Highly recommend if you‘re a fan of historical fiction and mystery/suspense! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I thorough enjoyed listening to Barbara Erskine‘s latest publication, although not quite as much as ‘Lady of Hay‘ and ‘Sleeper‘s Castle‘

Excellent diversion from heavier reads and uncertainty in these difficult times. But seeing is near and hopefully things are looking better.

The southern lady stereotype was spot on at certain points, which I appreciated as I‘ve been so long away from that. It helped me immediately identify with these women. However, there was a big part of me that wanted this to be something more than it was. There‘s a metaphor in there I‘m sure but it‘s not near as powerful as I‘d hoped it‘s be. ⚰️⚰️⚰️

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I was really into some parts of this audio ... especially the parts that referenced the individual narratives we make from shared experiences. I wish that had been explored a bit more. I also feel like the ending was quite abrupt 🤔

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I randomly picked this from the library audiobook selection & totally fell in love. This book is incredible & such an interesting take on an old story. And so beautifully written.

This was such a treat! I don‘t think I‘ll ever tire of Ruth and Nelson ❤️

Probs not the best book to read in lockdown . . . Gah! Well written & Interesting book if you‘re interested in the topic.

One of my favourites in the series so far! Robin and Strike feel like real people to me & I can‘t wait to see how their relationship develops in the next book. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ oh and pictures to show how much Penny pup enjoyed my book too 🙄

I finished this one on audio but didn‘t particularly like it, even though it had a lot of my favourite things: Victorian London, curiosities, mystery ...

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Honestly thought this series wasn‘t to my liking as I usually enjoy the detective, procedural aspects of crime/detective novels. I enjoyed book one but didn‘t anticipate reading anymore of the series due to the graphic details from victim‘ point of view. But then I found I‘d listened to all 6 in the series in two weeks!!!

Binged Bridgerton on Netflix and finished this audio in two days while attempting to get our home back in order! Still a bit more smitten with Daphne & Simon but enjoyed this fairytale nonetheless ❤️❤️❤️

This is not my usual genre but I thoroughly enjoyed it and began to truly care about the characters. The writing (and audio) was phenomenal.

#Scarathlon2020 #TeamSlaughter Sunday update —- 122 points for this week. Unfortunately, we‘ve been unwell, which means a lot less reading than I‘d hoped for half term break 😩

Currently reading the tagged book and watching The Haunting of Bly Manor for #scarathlon2020 36 points for #TeamSlaughter

Not much reading done just yet bc I‘ve been getting all the cuddles from Penny! Did manage 3 episode of American Horror Story (Asylum) though for a total of 16 points! #Scarathlon2020 #TeamSlaughter

Totally missed the update yesterday bc life with a new puppy 🙈 hoping we can still add 170 points for #TeamSlaughter #Scarathlon2020

Only 1 more week until we had 4 new feet to our family!!!! 💕 Penny 💕

#Scarathlon2020 update for 2 October: watched a spooky movie with the fam (Monster Squad), listened to a couple hours of the tagged audiobook & made some progress on ‘Troubled Blood‘! All adds up to 36 points for #Teamslaughter on Friday

Finished this loooonnnngggg audio today! It wasn‘t my favourite by Weaver but still an intriguing mystery that wasn‘t completely unraveled until the very end. If you‘re really into films, you might like this one! #TeamSlaughter #Scarathlon2020 #mystery #detective

I‘ve been saving this notebook for something special — here‘s to all things #Scarathlon2020 and #Teamslaughter I‘m hoping I can keep myself straight with points!

My #TBR for #scarathlon2020 I have some other spooky reads on my shelf but trying to be realistic with my goals 😂 I‘ll also plan to finish ‘Troubled Blood‘ 🩸 Go #TeamSlaughter !!! 26 points