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The Family Lies by Lorna Henderson

An absorbing psychological thriller that kept me completely immersed from beginning to end. With family secrets, steadily building suspense and an emotional core, The Family Ties was one of those books where everything else could wait. 👩🏻💻 MoMoBookDiary (2026) #TheFamilyTies #LornaHenderson #JoffeBooks #ZooloosBookTours
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Crime in the Gym by Catherine Moloney

My second Detective Markham mystery proved once again that this series works well as a standalone. With a growing list of suspects, plenty of twists and an engaging detective partnership, this character-led police procedural will appeal to readers who enjoy intricate investigations and traditional crime fiction. 👩🏻💻 (MoMoBookDiary 2026) #CatherineMoloney #CrimeInTheGym #JoffeBooks #ZooloosBookTours
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False Heart by Jane Whiteford

A beautifully immersive historical novel. Jane Whiteford brings the world of False Heart vividly to life through rich descriptions, memorable characters and an emotionally engaging story. I felt completely transported into the setting and thoroughly enjoyed every moment spent in this wonderfully crafted world. #JaneWhiteford #FalseHeart #TheBookGuild #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻 (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Lost Souls by Paul A. Mendelson

An imaginative premise, quirky humour and an unforgettable cast of characters make Lost Souls a wonderfully original read. While it didn’t quite match my personal reading tastes, I appreciated its creativity and can easily see fans of satirical comedy thoroughly enjoying the journey. #PaulAMendelson #LostSouls #TheBookGuild #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻 (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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The TRIAL of PATTY HEARST: The Captive Mind by Céline Fitzmaurice

The Trial of Patty Hearst: The Captive Mind is a fascinating courtroom drama that left me questioning everything. Listening twice still didn’t give me all the answers, but that’s exactly what made it so compelling. Thought-provoking, immersive and brilliantly performed, this latest Trials of the Century production stayed with me long after it ended. #TrialOfTheCentury #TheTrialOfPattyHearst #TheCaptiveMind #CelineFitzmaurice #ClassicCrimeLimited #NetGalley #audiobookreview #nonfiction #truecrime 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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A Lucky Little Christmas by Sophie Snow

I have a little tradition of waiting until after my birthday before I start reading Christmas books, and A Lucky Little Christmas was the perfect way to begin my festive reading. A cosy romance, plenty of spice and one unforgettable book boyfriend made this an easy five-star read. #SophieSnow #ALuckyLittleChristmas #AvonBooksUK #NetGalley 📚 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✒️ #5stars (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Two States One Killer by Alistair Birch

I wasn’t sure what to expect from this new-to-me author, and the unusual narrative style took a little getting used to. However, the compelling plot, short chapters and constant sense of suspense soon had me completely hooked. Although the ending didn’t quite reach the heights I was hoping for, this was still an engaging psychological thriller that kept me turning the pages. #AlistairBirch #TwoStatesOneKiller #WonkyWillowPublishing #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Conspiracy on the Levels by David Hodges

From the opening pages, Conspiracy on the Levels refuses to slow down. Watching Kate race to uncover the truth while readers know someone is working against her made for a tense, nail-biting read that kept me turning the pages. Another gripping Detective Kate Hamblin mystery that has convinced me it’s finally time to go back and read the series from the beginning. #DavidHodges #ConspiracyOnTheLevels #JoffeBooks #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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The Sandycove Knitting Circle by Sian O’Gorman

Warm, uplifting and full of heart, The Sandycove Knitting Circle is a story of friendship, healing and new beginnings. With its wonderfully welcoming cast of characters and charming seaside setting, this was a book I genuinely didn’t want to end. If only Sandycove were a real place to visit whenever life called for the healing power of friendship. #SianOGorman #TheSandycoveKnittingCircle #BoldwoodBooks #NetGalley 📚 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✒️ #5stars #bestread2026 (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Seven Days on the Italian Island by Victoria Springfield

Some stories quietly capture your heart before refusing to let go, and Seven Days on the Italian Island did exactly that. Blending romance, family secrets and second chances against the stunning backdrop of Capri, Victoria Springfield has written what may just be my favourite of her novels to date. #VictoriaSpringfield #SevenDaysOnTheItalianIsland #Capri #BoldwoodBooks #WomensFiction 📚 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✒️ #5stars (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Until The Next Letter by Hannah Claire

An emotional journey of family, forgiveness and hope. Until the Next Letter is a beautifully heartfelt novel about grief, sisterhood and the courage to face the past. Hannah Claire balances heartbreak with warmth, hope and new beginnings, creating a story I won’t be forgetting any time soon. #HannahClaire #UntilTheNextLetter #TheBookGuild #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Because You’re Worth It by Sally Jenkins

There is something wonderfully comforting about a story that leaves you feeling lighter than when you began, and Because You’re Worth It did exactly that for me. Warm, uplifting and filled with characters I genuinely enjoyed spending time with, this was a heartwarming read that I happily devoured in just two days. #SallyJenkins #BecauseYoureWorthIt #ChocLit #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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A Snow Storm in June by RMG Parker

Dark, atmospheric and expertly plotted, this Scottish crime thriller weaves together multiple storylines into a compelling tale of organised crime, corruption and long-buried secrets. An impressively assured debut that feels far from a first novel. #RMGParker #ASnowStormInJune #ScotlandUnplugged #TheHoofGP #ScottishCrimeFiction #BookReview 👩🏻💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)
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The Glass Key by Amanda Geard

Set between Ireland and Norway, The Glass Key is a beautifully written historical novel filled with family secrets, friendship, resilience and an enduring mystery. As Maggie uncovers long-buried truths about her grandmother’s past, the story gradually reveals a moving tale of courage, love and survival against the backdrop of wartime Norway. #AmandaGeard #TheGlassKey #Headline #NetGalley 👩🏻💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)
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The Memory Keeper by Abigail Johnson

At its heart, The Memory Keeper is a story about ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Filled with hope, community spirit and memorable characters, it reminds us that it is never too late to find the courage to change the direction of our lives. #AbigailJohnson #TheMemoryKeeper #PanMacmillan #NetGalley 👩🏻💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)
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Tonight The Music Seems So Loud by Sathnam Sanghera

What makes this book so engaging is that Sathnam Sanghera has not written a traditional biography. Yes, George Michael’s life and career sit at the heart of the narrative, but this is also a book about Britain, celebrity, identity, politics and the changing social landscape through which George lived and worked. #SathnamSanghera #TonightTheMusicSeemsSoLoud #TheMeaningOfGeorgeMichael #PicadorBooks 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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Summer in Sturcombe Bay by Susanne McCarthy

Summer in Sturcombe Bay felt like escaping to somewhere warm, familiar and comforting once again. Full of sunshine, seaside charm, emotional romance and wonderful community spirit, this was pure escapist reading and exactly the kind of uplifting story I never wanted to end. #SusanneMcCarthy #SummerInSturcombeBay #SturcombeBay #JoffeBooks #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)
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Me & Her by Kaelin Wennerberg

A dark, emotionally charged suspense novel exploring friendship, identity and the secrets we try to leave behind. With an intriguing premise and an introspective narrative style, Kaelin Wennerberg delivers a story filled with tension, buried truths and the haunting pull of the past. #KaelinWennerberg #MeAndHer #JofeeBooks #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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21 Willow Lane by Keri Beevis

A brilliantly atmospheric psychological thriller that completely got under my skin. 21 Willow Lane kept me constantly second-guessing everything and everyone, with twists that genuinely shocked me right until the final pages. This was my first book by Keri Beevis — it definitely won’t be my last. #KeriBeevis #21WillowLane #BoldwoodBooks 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)
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The Big Oh by Alona Stark

A fun, flirty and seriously bingeable romance packed with chemistry, banter, awkward moments and plenty of heat. The Big Oh was the perfect easy-reading escape — playful, spicy and impossible not to fly through in a couple of sittings. A sunshine-ready romcom that had me smiling from beginning to end. #AlonaStark #TheBigOh #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻💻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2026)