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Enola Holmes: The Case of the Missing Marquess (Enola Holmes #1) by Nancy Springer

Title: Enola Holmes: The Case of the Missing Marquess (Enola Holmes #1) Author: Nancy Springer Genre: Mystery/Crime, Historical Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 26th September 2018 Format: Paperback Pages:240 Price: $14.99 Synopsis: Enola Holmes might be the much younger sister of Sherlock Holmes, but she manages to outsmart him at every turn, solving thrilling… Continue reading Enola Holmes: The Case of the Missing Marquess (Enola Holmes #1) by Nancy Springer

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Secrets Hidden Below (The Adamson Adventures #1) by Sandra Bennett

Title: Secrets Hidden Below (The Adamson Adventures #1) Author: Sandra Bennett Genre: Adventure Publisher: Elephant Tree Publishing Published: August 2018 Format: Paperback Pages: 140 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: The Adamson family are set for a surfing holiday in Bali they’ll never forget. Dad wants to surf all day and Mum wants to shop. Zac is eager… Continue reading Secrets Hidden Below (The Adamson Adventures #1) by Sandra Bennett

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Frieda: A Novel of the Real Lady Chatterley by Annabel Abbs

Title: Frieda: A Novel of the Real Lady Chatterley Author: Annabel Abbs Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: Hachette Published: 11th September 2011 Format: Paperback Pages: 372 Price: $29.99 Synopsis: The moving story of Frieda von Richthofen, wife of D.H. Lawrence - and the real-life inspiration for Lady Chatterley's Lover, a novel banned for more than 30 years Germany,… Continue reading Frieda: A Novel of the Real Lady Chatterley by Annabel Abbs

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Book Bingo 19: A Memoir and a book by someone under thirty.

To make sure I manage to fit in the rest of the card evenly, this is one of a few posts that will have multiple squares marked off - progress has been a little slower, so some squares might have books from earlier in the year, but in different categories to the first card. First… Continue reading Book Bingo 19: A Memoir and a book by someone under thirty.

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We Three Heroes (Medoran Chronicles) by Lynette Noni

Title: We Three Heroes (Medoran Chronicles) Author: Lynette Noni Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Pantera Press Published: 1st September 2018 Format: Paperback Pages: 372 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: EMBRACE THE WONDER “We all have to do our part if we’re to survive the coming storm.” Alexandra Jennings might be the hero of The Medoran Chronicles, but she would be… Continue reading We Three Heroes (Medoran Chronicles) by Lynette Noni

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The Clockmaker’s Daughter by Kate Morton

Title: The Clockmaker's Daughter Author: Kate Morton Genre: Crime/Mystery/Historical Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 12th September 2018 Format: Paperback Pages: 592 Price: $32.99 Synopsis:Kate Morton's highly acclaimed novels have sold over 11 million copies worldwide and are number one bestsellers around the world. 'A truly hypnotic tale that is bound to please both fans… Continue reading The Clockmaker’s Daughter by Kate Morton

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The Dinner List by Rebecca Serle

Title: The Dinner List Author: Rebecca Serle Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2018 Format: Paperback Pages: 304 Price: $29.99 Synopsis:If you could invite anyone at all to a fantasy dinner party, who would be on your list? 'We've been waiting for an hour.' That's what Audrey says. She states it with… Continue reading The Dinner List by Rebecca Serle

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Sisters and Brothers by Fiona Palmer

Title: Sisters and Brothers Author: Fiona Palmer Genre: Fiction Publisher: Hachette Australia Published: 28th August 2018 Format: Paperback Pages: 372 Price: $29.99 Synopsis: A poignant novel of heartbreak, adoption and family secrets by beloved bestselling Australian author, Fiona Palmer. A poignant novel of heartbreak, adoption and family secrets Emma, a nurse and busy mother of… Continue reading Sisters and Brothers by Fiona Palmer

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The Distance Between Me and the Cherry Tree by Paola Peretti, translated by Denise Muir

Title: The Distance Between Me and the Cherry Tree Author: Paola Peretti, translated by Denise Muir Genre: Fiction Publisher: Bonnier/Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2018 Format: Paperback Pages: 208 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: A novel for all ages about a young girl losing her sight, inspired by the author's own life story. For fans of… Continue reading The Distance Between Me and the Cherry Tree by Paola Peretti, translated by Denise Muir

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Fairytales for Feisty Girls by Susannah McFarlane

Title: Fairytales for Feisty Girls Author: Susannah McFarlane Genre: Fairytales, fantasy, children's fiction, short stories Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2018 Format: Hardcover Pages: 128 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Renowned girl hero and feisty author Susannah McFarlane presents an illustrated collection of 'tilted' fairytales featuring girls with smarts. Feisty: typically describes one who is… Continue reading Fairytales for Feisty Girls by Susannah McFarlane