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2022 Male Authors Wrap Up

Ashleigh

In 2022 I tried to read more books by women than men – but I still read some by men, with some co-authored by women. This resulted in me reading 61 books by men, and 41 were by Australian men. Several of these were quiz books, which I don’t choose so they can fit anywhere… Continue reading 2022 Male Authors Wrap Up

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December 2022 Round Up

Ashleigh

In December, I read fifteen books as I was busy with work, and other things going on throughout the month, and I didn’t get as many reviews as usual posted, but most of the reviews I did write and schedule are for the new year, as I do like to read ahead and make sure… Continue reading December 2022 Round Up

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Whimsy and Woe by Rebecca McRitchie

Ashleigh

Title: Whimsy and Woe Author: Rebecca McRitchie Genre: Mystery Adventure Publisher: HarperCollins Published: 18th March 2019 Format: Hardcover Pages: 416 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: ADVENTUROUS AND OUTLANDISH, WHIMSY AND WOE WILL HOOK KIDS IN FROM THE FIRST PAGE.'-- Books+Publishing, four stars After being abandoned by their thespian parents, Whimsy and Woe Mordaunt are left in the care of their… Continue reading Whimsy and Woe by Rebecca McRitchie

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The Seven Keys by Allison Rushby

Ashleigh

Title: The Seven Keys Author: Allison Rushby Genre: Historical Fiction/Ghost stories Publisher: Walker Books Published: 1st July 2019 Format: Paperback Pages: 272 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: The spooky, action-packed and much-anticipated sequel to the award-winning The Turnkey. Flossie Birdwhistle is the Turnkey at London’s Highgate Cemetery. Seven years have passed since Flossie saved her country from a… Continue reading The Seven Keys by Allison Rushby

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November 2022 Reading Round-Up

Ashleigh

During November I read 19 books – slightly down, because I was busy with some work for the ABC and at the retail kiosk I work at, and I only wrote a handful of reviews – I wasn’t able to review all of them, but I did get something out of the ones I didn’t… Continue reading November 2022 Reading Round-Up

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Waiting for the Storks by Katrina Nannestad

Ashleigh

Title: Waiting for the Storks Author: Katrina Nannestad Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: ABC Books/HarperCollins Published: 3rd November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 352 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: The powerful new novel from master storyteller Katrina Nannestad. I don't want to remember the truck, or the night I was taken, or the family I left behind. I am… Continue reading Waiting for the Storks by Katrina Nannestad

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The Turnkey by Allison Rushby

Ashleigh

Title: The Turnkey Author: Allison Rushby Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery Publisher: Walker Books Published: 1st March 2017 Format: Paperback Pages: 256 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: History and mystery wrapped in a thrilling supernatural plot, The Turnkey is perfect for kids aged 9+. Flossie Birdwhistle is the Turnkey at London’s Highgate Cemetery. As Turnkey, Flossie must ensure all the… Continue reading The Turnkey by Allison Rushby

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October 2022 Round Up

Ashleigh

In October, I read about nineteen books, and some I didn’t review, others I did. I have been busy with a few other things so didn’t read as many as I had hoped, but I am getting through my review books, however, as I’ve been busy with a few other things. Any reviews for review… Continue reading October 2022 Round Up

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Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop by David Litchfield

Ashleigh

Title: Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop Author: David Litchfield Genre: Fiction Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers Published: 1st November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: This charming tale tells the story of little Nicky Claus, who wanted to make every child happy, if only just for one day.Nicky Claus works with… Continue reading Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop by David Litchfield

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Tilda by Sue Whiting

Ashleigh

Title: Tilda Author: Sue Whiting Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Published: 7th September 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 272 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: L.M. Montgomery meets Ruth Park in a story of friendship, hope and resilience. You have a big heart. And people blessed with a big heart have a choice to make. Do they fill… Continue reading Tilda by Sue Whiting