I went into this book with lousy expectations after reading polarising Goodreads reviews. Despite numerous reviews complaining about the boring narrative and laborious pace of this book; I personally found it well paced and hard to put down. That said I can acknowledge on reflection that there didn’t really seem to be much of a plot. I believe this is intentional as the book was crafted to seem like the retelling of a handful of days in Holden's life, rather than an adventure novel.
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Book Review: Treasured Tales from Beatrix Potter
© Copyright Image Written by: Beatrix Potter Series or Standalone: Standalone Genre: Children, Fiction Source or Bought: Bought Goodreads Rating: 4.32Buy on ABE Books Here "Somehow there were very extraordinary noises over-head, which disturbed the dignity and repose of the tea party” Synopsis: “A beautiful treasury which brings together four of the most beloved Beatrix Potter tales. Tom Kitten and his … Continue reading Book Review: Treasured Tales from Beatrix Potter
5 Top Tips: Charity Shop Book Shopping
Wow, that title is a mouthful! Over the years I`ve found sooo many incredible books in charity shops. Yet many of my friends have commented that the chaotic nature of these shops has put them off shopping there. I`ve found the best way to go book shopping in a charity shop is to strategize with 5 simple rules. Don’t go in … Continue reading 5 Top Tips: Charity Shop Book Shopping
Book Review: Norse Mythology
Written by: Neil GaimanSeries or Standalone: Standalone Genre: Fantasy, Fiction, Adventure Source: Borrowed from a friend Goodreads Rating: 4.09 Buy it on Amazon here “It is a long story, and it does no credit to anyone: there is murder in it, and trickery, lies and foolishness, seduction and pursuit. Listen.” Synopsis: “The great Norse myths, … Continue reading Book Review: Norse Mythology
Book Review: Favourite Greek Myths
© Copyright Image Written by: Lilian Stoughton Hyde Series or Standalone: Standalone Genre: Fantasy, Fiction, Classics Source: Bought Goodreads Rating: 3.88 Buy it on Amazon here! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- "She was so beautiful that the whole sky flushed pink with pleasure” Synopsis: "In the preparation of this book, the aim has been to present in a manner suited to young … Continue reading Book Review: Favourite Greek Myths
Book Haul: Persephone Books London
When planning my recent trip to London, I wanted to pick up a unique souvenir. Whilst doing my research online I stumbled across the independent bookshop Persephone Books. The website promised bestselling out of print books from the 20th century primarily written by female authors. Intrigued I planned a visit. Once in London, I found … Continue reading Book Haul: Persephone Books London
Book Review: The Little Prince
Copyright ImageAuthor: Antoine De Saint-ExuperySeries or Standalone: Standalone Genre: Classics, Action & Adventure Source: Borrowed from a friendGoodreads Rating: 4.29 Get it on Amazon here!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------“It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye”Synopsis: "Moral allegory and spiritual autobiography, The Little Prince is the most translated book in the … Continue reading Book Review: The Little Prince