Book Review: Treasured Tales from Beatrix Potter

3rd Jan 2019 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ 6 Comments

© 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

30th Dec 201819th Feb 2019 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ 2 Comments

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

23rd Dec 201830th Dec 2018 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ 4 Comments

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

16th Dec 201818th Dec 2018 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ 1 Comment

© 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

10th Dec 201819th Feb 2019 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ Leave a comment

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

7th Dec 201817th Dec 2018 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ Leave a comment

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

Book Review: The Family Tree

25th Nov 201817th Dec 2018 ~ lightofthebookworm ~ Leave a comment

Written By: Mal Peet Series or Standalone: StandaloneGenre: Young Adult, Fiction Source or Bought: Bought Goodreads Rating: 3.83 Click to buy it on Amazon here! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Everything that happens to you is so important, so absolutely unique and brightly lit” Synopsis: "When a man returns to his childhood home and visits the derelict tree house in which his father once chose to live, he … Continue reading Book Review: The Family Tree