A short Aussie novel. Short listed for the Stella award.Set during the lockdown it looks at the lives of 4 family member and a rabbit. Insightful, it deals with love,grief,and emotions that make up everyday life. Beautiful writing.

Just loved this book. It took me a while to get into it but so glad I kept going. By the time the story unfolded I had a good handle on the main characters. I had to really concentrate at times on his beautiful writing. Good tears at the end for me. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The second in this series. I‘m really enjoying following Hannah a young doctor. Both books are fiction based on facts. We get a good look at how mental health services are working and not working in Australia. Also the difficulties of diagnosis, working in an understaffed situation, and what it‘s like to be a patient and so much more.
I‘m looking forward to next book in the series. Hopefully there will be one.🤞

Read the book after Ann Patchett recommend iit on Instagram . She reads it once a year. I can see why it‘s considered a classic. I have seen the original movie. Found this copy in op shop today. 👏👏. Now have to find a copy of the first movie made with Ryan O‘Neil.

Heard Esther on the radio . It was from the Sydney Writers festival , not recent I don‘t think. I didn‘t realise her first book was Hideous Kinky . I saw the movie with Kate Winslett and loved it. This book is about 3 generations of women. I found it difficult at first to keep track of the characters as they had alternating chapters but finally got the hang of it. It all comes together nicely. Loved it.

A perfect read for right now. Kept me engaged and wanting to read. Believable characters. Enough mystery and on the edge of seat stuff too. Good ending. I found it in a little library. A complete unknown for me.
Plot not too complicated. Political , British. The past can come up to bite you when you are in power. Lies don‘t help.

So sad. One of my most favourite Aussie Authors. Tagged book, one of my favourites in her series about a baker.

The blurb explains it well. Based on letters between Micheal‘s father living in London and his cousin in Poland. A good read together book for 8 + I would think. I loved it. Great illustrations too.

Got me in but lost me at the end. However has kept me distracted for a day. And I needed that.

Loved the TV series so thought I‘d try a book. The Agatha in the TV series is much nicer and funnier. Think I‘ll stick with the TV series.

I‘ve never read any of her books. But these covers intrigued me. 10cents each.😊.

Clever. Entertaining. A long read but worth it. Heavy book hard to read in bed. 😊. Soon to be tv series. Follow on from Magpie Murders and Moonflower Murders , also TV series. Such a prolific writer. A wonder.

Finally got around to reading this. Not too sure what I thought so I looked up the author and listened to her and got an idea of what she was doing in this book. Loved her descriptions of NY. Very real.
The story somewhat repetitive and drawn out. A brave first novel.

A smaller version , so smaller print and very compact. I had to read carefully.Well researched. About a group of astronauts on a space station. A timely read as the 2 American astronauts arrived back recently. Insightful. What is the purpose of going around and around the earth in orbit. What‘s the future of humanity. Is it in the hands of billionaires?

You have to know I‘m the Queen of these type of books. Over my long time on this planet I have acquired a heap of them. Recently culled them down to one bookshelf. This seems to be the flavour of the day right now . A gentle reminder of things I have learnt along the way. But more importantly a nudge to actually apply theses things. She is a dynamic personality . I‘ve used her theory, not always easy , but has helped. You can teach an old chook 👇

Have been trying to track down her books in our library system . Most available as ebooks. Disappointing for me. If I were to try an ebook, what device would you suggest ?
Found this in an op shop. Such great writing.
Always makes me sad that she died so young. Such potential, gone. 😢

This book was not listed and I don‘t know what you do for an unlisted book. I‘m on a mission to read Aussie authors. At the moment the library makes it easy to pick them as they have a kangaroo sticker on the spine. I just go along the shelves and look at these books and pick some to read. The library is about to change the way they shelf the books . Instead of alphabetical order they are going to be in genres. Another library I go to does this 👇

Not my usual read. A gift from a friend. I did enjoy it. So very different from my usual reads.
A hot day here today so I sat and read most of the day. Two older people at crossroads in their lives.
“A thoughtful ,charming and sensitive story about ageing ,resilience and the delight of rediscovery.” A quote from the blurb.

A follow on from Parable of the Sower. So good. Dystopian but felt , in parts, like now. I recommend both books.
Classic. Great writing. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This said,” pick me “ ,at a local bookshop. Thought it might be good for my grandson but also thought I would read it first. I‘m not a graphic novel fan but this was an easy read. For anyone grappling with gender issues or wishing to understand these things , a easy and interesting read. I will be giving it to my grandson.

I loved this book. I found the flow of internal thought very easy to read. The many intimate moments wonderful and well described. Human relationships are complex , never easy st times. This shows how two brothers navigate the death of their father and much more. The ending did not disappoint either. I found it hard to put down. Just wanted to keep reading. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A very new book written by a West Aussie now living in Melbourne. An easy read in that the words flow. The subject Grace has dementia. This story relates how it must be to actually be her. Gave me a better understanding of someone with dementia and reminded me of the time I spent with my dad .

A delightful self published graphic story of stories sent between Dad and daughter when Katy was in Mexico. Insightful and delightful. Both excellent illustrators. So happy we got this beautiful signed copy. Great fan of Chris Riddell.

I really enjoy this authors series that features Dr. Ruth Galloway. This is a new series by her featuring a detective by the name of Allison or Alie. She is a cold case detective with a twist. For me it was between a pick and a so-so. When the next one comes out I'll give it a go and see how I feel then.

A dystopian novel written in the early '90s. It is set in 2024 to 2027.. some of it is definitely possible. It was a little scary. I've yet to read the second book which is a follow-on. Thanks to those who recommended it.

I just got a new phone and Litsy didn't transfer. I went to download from app store and it's not there. Can anyone help me.

Got this yesterday, finished a minute ago. Her words and sentences flow and make it an easy read in that sense. However not an easy read emotionally for me. The last chapter I found very relatable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
I don‘t want to say anymore but I do recommend it especially if you are a fan of hers. And even if you haven‘t read anything of hers this might start you off.

Delightful. Reminded me a little of the Japanese books about the coffee shop . Philosophical. I think there is something in it for most people to relate to. Comforting, reassuring and thoughtful. Many books mentioned that I have read , some I haven‘t and would like to now. I can see why it was a best seller. Loved the way the lady with the dog walked the pages inside the book.

Delightful. Beautifully written. The words just flow and I found myself able to easily read fast and not miss a thing. So I flew through the story and loved it. Set WW1 in Melbourne. Peace marches, Yes No vote for conscription, white feathers, war dead published in lists in the paper all narrated by a single pregnant strong woman determined to keep her baby. Seems this character Maryanne Is based on the author‘s own grandmother.

Thank heavens for Penguin books. These green paper backs keep the older crime, thriller alive and in book books.
This is set in the 60s and 70s Britain. Kept me reading. Certainly a labyrinth of a story.

First I‘ve read of this Aussie author. Though I‘ve seen his books about. I‘ll definitely read more. This was a delight. Set in Britain just after the war. The language flows, the characters are likeable , and the plot different. He adds things that made me think of what is happening in the world now. Begs the question is how life happens a matter of fate?? My book drought has ended. Off to search out more of his. 😊

I read this a while ago . I‘ve been in a bit of a reading drought. Have started numerous books and given up. This one was a bit of a disappointment. It‘s a stand alone. I love his series, he has two. Will keep to those in the future.

I am not a Tim Winton fan though I've read most of his books, hoping. I do love The Riders and I have kept a few editions . I loved this in parts for what Tim was saying . It frightened me . Moved me to action . But I can't say I enjoyed it. Way too long for me. A pick because it made me think and act.

My partner loves Fred‘s books. Fred is a French woman so this is a translation. It took me a while to get into the story. Sorting out the French names in my head. A bit quirky and an ending I did not see coming. Glad I kept reading.

I think I‘ve only read one other of her books “ Nest” . Another peep at what may be our future here in Australia. Again too close for comfort for me. However it is a hopeful story. Glad I read it. Have to look out some of her other books. @LeeRHarry I see you have read quite a few of hers . Any recommendations of what to read next?

I‘ve read the first in this series and this is the latest to be translated. A coffee shop where you can go back and forward in time. However there are rules. I love the little stories and the life lessons within each story. Just short enough to not be monotonous. A lovely Xmas present . These books would make lovely gifts.

Last read for 2024. It was insightful, delightful and interesting.
I‘ve read 118 books in 2024 , 46 of them Aussie. Both numbers up on last year.
Also 8th Litsy anniversary. Those years have flown.
Happy New Year to you all.
May 2025 bring peace.
That‘s what I wish most of all.
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Reading this book by an author I love. Such an observer of life and her wonderful descriptions. Sometimes she knocks how I‘m feeling right on the head! She actually lives next door to her grandkids and gets to see them a lot. Love this observation and the truth that is in it for me. Loving the read .

I‘ve never read any of her books but I do read her page in the weekend magazine. This was at times a bit uncomfortable, made me think a lot, made me say to myself, “ you are so right that‘s just the way it is.”
Is this what it means to be a woman today? Younger or older?
Would be an interesting book club book I think. One I would pick. Lots to discuss.

I really enjoyed this book. Glad I‘ve read her books featuring Cormac . They are very good. I read 2 of her stand alones and did not like them. May not have read her again. Hoping there are more than 3 in this series. Cormac is an Irish detective with a love interest Emma. He is an honest man who looks like he will be overcome by corruption around him. A very well written read.

Merry Christmas. Delightful book about extroverts and introverts. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Can't wait to read Helen Garner. 👏😊. Gnome bookends.
Have a wonderful day wherever you are. ❤️

Family Christmas yesterday. A scorcher of a day 40 degrees.🌞🌞. We are op shop givers so some are new and some op shop. A couple I might not read. My TBR bookshelf is overflowing.

It‘s a cool Sunday morning set to be a 41* scorcher and we are having our family Xmas get together.
Probably would never have bought this book , found it in a LFL. Lots of truths about middle age women , their lives in a male dominated world. An entertaining and enlightening read. Could hear Kathy‘s voice in my head. A good summer read .Relatable.

Almost a so so. I do like this series but I‘m not too sure with this one if I was meant to work it out so easily. The clues were very clear to me. Disappointing really. Have now read a few crime books set on an island only accessible by car at low tide.

Standing in my partners room which is full to overflowing with books and bits and bobs, I spied this book. It‘s a graphic novel. Decided to give the graphic format another go. This was ok. The drawings were well done and easy to follow. The story interesting. Another quiet woman almost lost to history. Have you heard of her?
Interior designer who ended up designing homes. Interesting personal life. French 1920s +.

Excellent. A best read for me. So good I‘m going to get my own copy. Set in the 80s and forward it reminds us what is was like to be queer then. Characters are very real and the narrator/ narrators bring to life the feelings of living then. The novel has been optioned by Sony so I look forward to see this on the screen someday.
It is certainly a celebration of queer life warts and all. Loved it. One of my top reads for this year. ❤️

Glad I gave her another go. This was her first book and I have really enjoyed it. The characters are very real. Looking forward to reading more with the detective Cormac.

A library visit to pick up tagged book and look what else I found.

Finished in the wonderful cool of the morning with just the sound of birds in the background. I love Elly's books especially her Dr Galloway series. I think this is a stand alone but I'm not sure. The characters could make the basis of a new series. A cosy mystery if there is such a thing. ⭐⭐⭐

The plot ended up ok. However once again I found it way too long. I skipped read most of it . I want to like her books but I‘m not there yet. I have a couple of her Comac the detective series to read. So we shall see. She is a best seller in the US. She has won awards. This book just won one as an audio book. So maybe it‘s one of those things, she is not “ my cup of tea”.