Reviews

  • The Italian Village in the Hills by Victoria Springfield

    The Italian Village in the Hills by Victoria Springfield

    A warm, romantic and emotionally rich story set in the Italian hills, The Italian Village in the Hills is a five-star read filled with family secrets, second chances and characters you can truly care about — the perfect escape from cold, grey days. #VictoriaSpringfield #TheItalianVillageInTheHills #Liguria #BoldwoodBooks #WomensFiction 📚 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✒️ #5stars (MoMoBookDiary 2026)

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  • Code Brown by Graeme and Robert Parker

    Code Brown by Graeme and Robert Parker

    Code Brown quietly proves its worth through honesty, thoughtful storytelling, and shared experience. A reflective and deeply human follow-up from Graeme and Robert Parker that stays with you beyond the final chapter. #CodeBrown #GraemeParker #RobertParker #TheHoofGP #ScotlandUnplugged #TheHerd #NonFiction 📚 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✒️ #5stars (MoMoBookDiary 2026)

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  • The Wedding Lies by Jade Lee Wright

    The Wedding Lies by Jade Lee Wright

    This psychological thriller is steeped in unease from the very beginning. Suspicion quietly builds, secrets begin to surface, and nothing feels quite as it should. Tense, unsettling, and carefully paced with a lingering sense danger was never far away. #JadeLeeWright #TheWeddingLies #JoffeBooks #NetGalley #ZooloosBookTours 📚 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✒️ #4stars (MoMoBookDiary 2026)

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  • Bruised Sole by Graeme and Robert Parker

    Bruised Sole by Graeme and Robert Parker

    A deeply moving and unfiltered read, Bruised Sole goes far beyond the man millions recognise as The Hoof GP. Listening to Graeme Parker tell his own story brought an added layer of honesty and vulnerability, revealing the resilience, loss and quiet strength behind the smile. This is a raw, compassionate account of survival, humanity and the unseen battles many people carry. #BruisedSole #GraemeParker #RobertParker #TheHoofGP #TheHerd #NonFiction 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #BestRead2025 (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Miss Winter in the Library with a Knife by Martin Edwards

    Miss Winter in the Library with a Knife by Martin Edwards

    The snowbound village setting, festive yet tense, drew me in completely, and the clever, playful mystery kept me second-guessing every character. Martin Edwards balances golden-age charm with sharp, fresh plotting, making this an atmospheric, absorbing read. Vivid characters, intricate clues, and just the right amount of mischief make this one of my favourite reads of the year. #MartinEdwards #MissWinterInTheLibraryWithAKnife #HeadofZeus 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #BestRead2025 (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • TED: A Pawtobiography: My adventures on Gone Fishing

    TED: A Pawtobiography: My adventures on Gone Fishing

    Ted’s Sniff and Tell is a delightful, heartwarming companion to Gone Fishing, told from Ted the dog’s wonderfully observant point of view. Full of gentle humour, behind-the-scenes moments, and Ted’s take on life, kindness, and routine.And yes — the briefcase finally gets its moment too. A comforting, feel-good read for fans of the show. #TedTheDog #Pawtobiography #GoneFishing 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Gone Fishing by Mortimer & Whitehouse

    Gone Fishing by Mortimer & Whitehouse

    Listening to Gone Fishing felt like quietly joining Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse for a gentle, meandering conversation. There’s warmth, humour, and honesty throughout, with moments that feel deeply personal yet reassuringly familiar. A comforting, thoughtful listen that mirrors the soul of the television series perfectly. #BobMortimer #PaulWhitehouse #GoneFishing #Humour 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Dark Tides by Freya Wallace

    Dark Tides by Freya Wallace

    A strong and atmospheric follow-up to Hollow Ground, this second DI Knox novel shifts the setting from Dartmoor to Exmouth with great effect. The investigation feels grounded and believable, with realistic dialogue and police procedure that adds credibility throughout. Thoughtful characterisation and a steadily building plot make this a compelling British crime read and one that leaves me keen for book three. #FreyaWallace #DarkTides #HamyaPress 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Frankly by Nicola Sturgeon

    Frankly by Nicola Sturgeon

    In Frankly, Nicola Sturgeon reflects honestly on her life, leadership, and time as First Minister of Scotland. Listening to the audiobook, narrated by Sturgeon herself, gave me insight beyond the headlines. This is a thoughtful, human memoir that helped me better understand the person behind the politician. #NicolaSturgeon #Frankly #PoliticalMemoir #NonFiction #UKPolitics #ScottishPolitics 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Every Christmas Eve by Emma Heatherington

    Every Christmas Eve by Emma Heatherington

    Christmas wouldn’t feel complete without a story from Emma Heatherington and this one goes straight to the heart. Full of nostalgia, love, loss, and second chances, this beautifully emotional Christmas read completely undone me. I laughed, I cried (tissues were essential), and I finished the book with that familiar feeling of not quite being ready to let the story go. #EmmaHeatherington #EveryChristmasEve 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #BestRead2025 (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Patriot by Alexei Navalny

    Patriot by Alexei Navalny

    Patriot is not an easy listen — but it is an important one. Alexei Navalny’s memoir is a heartbreaking reminder of the human cost of dissent, and of the courage required to stand up for freedom in the face of overwhelming power. #AlexeiNavalny #Patriot #PoliticalMemoir #NonFiction #WorldPolitics 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #BestRead2025 (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Never by Rick Astley

    Never by Rick Astley

    Rick Astley’s Never is more than a celeb memoir—it’s funny, honest, and deeply human. Listening to him read it himself brought back my teenage obsession and gave me a whole new admiration for the man behind the hits. #RickAstley #Never #80sMusic #Memoir #audiobook 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #BestRead2025 (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Politics On The Edge by Rory Stewart

    Politics On The Edge by Rory Stewart

    Rory Stewart completely drew me in, not just for its insight into UK government chaos, but for the raw honesty and integrity behind his words. This isn’t just a political memoir — it’s a gripping, human story that made even a political outsider like me sit up and pay attention. #RoryStewart #PoliticsOnTheEdge #PoliticalMemoir #NonFiction #UKPolitics #BritishPolitics 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #BestRead2025 (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Room 21 by Jessica Huntley

    Room 21 by Jessica Huntley

    A chilling psychological thriller that’s impossible to put down. Jessica Huntley’s writing is precise, haunting, and immersive, pulling you into a world of tension, dread, and shocking twists. Dark, suspenseful, and utterly compelling, this story keeps readers on edge from start to finish. A must-read for anyone craving unforgettable, edge-of-your-seat psychological suspense. #JessicaHuntley #Room21 #JoffeBooks #ZooloosBookTours #FiveStarRead 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Keir Starmer – The Biography by Tom Baldwin

    Keir Starmer – The Biography by Tom Baldwin

    Going into this book I knew very little about its subject and don’t usually gravitate towards political non-fiction. While some chapters held my attention more than others, the book gave me valuable context around Starmer’s background, career, and rise to Number 10. This review reflects a personal reading experience rather than a political judgement. #TomBaldwin #KeirStarmer #JohnSackville #PoliticalNonFiction #UKPolitics #BritishPolitics 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Invitation to Italy by Victoria Springfield

    Invitation to Italy by Victoria Springfield

    This was the perfect armchair escape. Beautifully set on the island of Procida, it’s full of heartfelt moments, emotional honesty, and that sun-soaked atmosphere that makes you want to linger in the story. #VictoriaSpringfield #InvitationToItaly #Procida #Orion 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • No Chance by Gareth Alun Thomas

    No Chance by Gareth Alun Thomas

    This is a wonderfully nostalgic and heartfelt read that swept me straight back to the summer of 1985. I loved how the music, the memories, and the little cultural moments brought up flashes of my own life, making the story feel incredibly personal. Charming, funny, and beautifully written, this coming-of-age journey is full of warmth and emotion. #GarethAlunThomas #NoChance #BlossomSpringPublishing #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Murder at the Folly by Jane Adams

    Murder at the Folly by Jane Adams

    A wonderfully atmospheric and cosy mystery that completely swept me in. I haven’t read the earlier books in the series, but this one made me want to — Rina Martin is such a brilliant character to follow. A vivid setting, a fun cast with secrets, and a story that felt like watching a classic whodunnit unfold. Perfect for curling up with a cuppa! #JaneAdams #MurderAtTheFolly #JoffeBooks #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • FREED by Kate Delaney

    FREED by Kate Delaney

    A beautifully calm and compassionate self-help guide that genuinely resonated with me. The FREED method is practical, gentle, and easy to return to. I’ve even bought both the digital and paperback editions so I can keep it close. A transformative 5-star read I’ll be recommending often. #DrKateDelaney #FREED #NonFiction #SelfHelp #ZooloosBookTours ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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  • Got You by Erik Therme

    Got You by Erik Therme

    A tense, twisty thriller that kept me turning the pages, eager to uncover who was behind the torment. I enjoyed following the mystery and all those eerie little moments that made me question everything. A solid, intriguing read that kept my attention right to the end. #ErikTherme #GotYou #ZooloosBookTours 👩🏻‍💻⭐️⭐️⭐️ (MoMoBookDiary 2025)

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