Reviews

  • All That Matters

    All That Matters

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 All That Matters by Sir Chris Hoy All That Matters by Sir Chris Hoy is a deeply moving memoir of courage, resilience, and love. It blends his sporting triumphs with the challenges of living with a terminal illness and his wife Sarra’s MS diagnosis. Honest and heartfelt, it’s a tribute to family and finding light in dark times. A raw, emotional, and uplifting read that inspires gratitude and a renewed commitment to…

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  • The Orphan’s Secret Library

    The Orphan’s Secret Library

    πŸ“£πŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸ #bookreview The Orphan’s Secret Library by Glynis Peters is a heartfelt WWII novel about Alice Carmichael, a young orphan who finds solace in books and builds a new life after tragedy strikes. Taken in by two kind sisters, Alice’s journey of growth and the creation of her mobile library provide hope amidst the hardships of war. While the wartime setting and Alice’s love for books are compelling, the story’s pacing felt uneven, with a…

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  • Adventures with Orkney Uncovered

    Adventures with Orkney Uncovered

    πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Adventures with Orkney Uncovered by Kinlay Francis Adventures with Orkney Uncovered by Kinlay Francis is a laugh-out-loud gem! Packed with witty anecdotes, absurdly funny questions, and heartwarming moments, this book perfectly captures the charm of Orkney. Kinlay’s role as a tour guide is the ultimate mix of fun and frustration, with outlandish questions followed by fascinating stories about the island’s history and hidden gems. Whether you’re an Orkney lover or planning a…

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  • The Lemon Golf Diary

    The Lemon Golf Diary

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview 🌟🌟🌟🌟 from MoMoBookDiary The Lemon Golf Diary by Christine Foster The Lemon Golf Diary is a heartfelt, insightful story about neurodivergence, friendship, and imagination. Rory’s journey is poignant and relatable, blending humor with emotional depth. While the pacing felt uneven at times, the authentic portrayal of relationships and challenges makes it a rewarding and thought-provoking read. 4 stars! Head over to my blog for the full review! #ChristineFoster #TheLemonGolfDiary #BuddhaPress #NeurodivergentVoices #InclusiveFiction #CharacterDriven…

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  • Last Dance In Salzburg

    Last Dance In Salzburg

    πŸ“£πŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸ #bookreview from MoMoBookDiary Last Dance in Salzburg by Vivian Conroy (book 4, Miss Ashford Investigates) Vivian Conroy’s Last Dance in Salzburg is a delightful cozy historical mystery and the fourth in the Miss Ashford Investigates series. As a newcomer to the author, I found the story easy to follow, with a slower pace that perfectly matched the atmospheric tone. Salzburg, a city I’ve visited many times, was beautifully described, transporting me to its grand…

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  • Drift

    Drift

    πŸ“£πŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸ #bookreview from MoMoBookDiary Drift by Caryl Lewis @caryllewis2 I didn’t think I’d be drawn toΒ DriftΒ by Caryl Lewis, but this Wales Book of the Year winner swept me off my feet. A tender, lyrical tale of love, isolation, and belonging, set against the rugged beauty of the Welsh coast, it captured my imagination from start to finish. The audiobook, narrated by Rebecca Trehearn, added an emotional depth I didn’t expect. Want to know why this…

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  • Maybe Next Christmas

    Maybe Next Christmas

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» 🌟🌟🌟 #bookreview of Emma Heatherington’s Maybe Next Christmas πŸ’–πŸŽ„It’s more than just a Christmas romance πŸŽ„πŸ’– Maybe Next Christmas is so much more than a festive romance. It’s a heartfelt journey through love, loss, and healing. I absolutely fell for Bea and Ollie, and their story will stay with me long after finishing the book. The setting, from vibrant London to cosy Irish charm, added so much to the story. With beautiful moments, lovable…

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  • Last Christmas

    Last Christmas

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» 🌟🌟🌟 #bookreview of Last Christmas by Clare Swatman ✨ Two Choices, Two Lives: A Bittersweet Holiday Tale ✨ Clare Swatman’sΒ Last ChristmasΒ offers an intriguing “what if” premise, exploring how a single decision can diverge into two vastly different life paths. The dual-timeline structure adds a layer of complexity that fans of reflective storytelling may appreciate. The story invites readers to ponder life’s pivotal moments through the lens of Bea, whose choices ripple into two parallel…

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  • All the Colours of the Dark

    All the Colours of the Dark

    πŸ“£πŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸ #bookreview from MoMoBookDiary All The Colours of the Dark by Chris Whitaker @chriswhitakerauthor Spanning 25 years,Β All the Colours of the DarkΒ by Chris Whitaker tells the extraordinary story of Joseph “Patch” Macauley and Saint Brown. From a shocking abduction to an unbreakable bond of friendship, this novel is a deeply emotional journey of resilience, hope, and healing. Whitaker’s vivid writing brought small-town life in the Ozarks alive, while Edoardo Ballerini’s exceptional narration made the audiobook…

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  • The Good Snooze Guide of Great Britain

    The Good Snooze Guide of Great Britain

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview of The Good Snooze Guide to Great Britain by Robin Bennett 🌟🌟🌟🌟 from @momobookdiary The Good Snooze Guide to Great Britain by Robin Bennett is a delightful, whimsical read, perfect for anyone who enjoys short, engaging chapters and tranquil reflections. Bennett takes readers on a journey through some of Great Britain’s most peaceful spots, vividly capturing the atmosphere with details like the time of day, weather, and even the quality of his naps.…

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  • Love in the Scottish Christmas Village

    Love in the Scottish Christmas Village

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 #bookreview of Beatrice Bradshaw’s Love in the Scottish Christmas Village from @momobookdiary ✨ Highland romance, Christmas magic, and sizzling chemistry! ✨ In Love in the Scottish Christmas Village, Beatrice Bradshaw delivers a festive treat full of wit, passion, and heartwarming moments. Jack, the rugged postman and single dad, and Trish, an ambitious photographer, reunite in Kilcranach after a steamy (and interrupted!) linen closet encounter. Their journey from β€œfriends-without-benefits” to undeniable lovers is fiery,…

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  • Love in the Scottish Winter Highlands

    Love in the Scottish Winter Highlands

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 #bookreview of Beatrice Bradshaw’s Love in the Scottish Winter Highlands from @momobookdiary ✨ Cozy up, romance lovers! ✨ Looking for the perfect book to snuggle up with this season? πŸŽ„πŸ“š Imagine fairy lights, a warm blanket, a steaming mug of tea, and a story that will make you laugh, cry, and swoon. Beatrice Bradshaw’s Love in the Scottish Winter Highlands delivers all this and more. Enemies-to-lovers, small-town charm, and the breathtaking beauty of…

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  • Zero Ri$k

    Zero Ri$k

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview of Zer0 Ri$k by Simon Hayes 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 from @momobookdiary “ZER0 RI$K” hooked me from the first page and hasn’t left my mind since. Set in a snowy London just weeks into the future, it’s a relentless 10-day race against a terrifyingly plausible cyber threat. I’m not usually into technical thrillers, but Simon Hayes’s sharp storytelling made every detail both accessible and chilling. The cryptic puzzles and deeply human characters kept me turning pages…

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  • The Croaking Raven

    The Croaking Raven

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview of The Croaking Raven by Guy Hale 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 from @momobookdiary The Croaking Raven is a darkly humorous gem blending murder, wit, and Shakespearean intrigue. Set in 1970s Stratford-upon-Avon, this fast-paced tale captivates with its engaging narrative, punchy chapters, and vivid characters. Alternating between the killer’s chilling perspective and the detectives’ pursuit, the story keeps readers hooked with its clever mimicry of Hamlet. No Shakespeare expertise is requiredβ€”though fans of the Bard may spot…

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  • A Safe Place

    A Safe Place

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟#bookreview of A Safe Place by Stephanie Carty from @momobookdiary An original and unforgettable tale of love a mother has for her daughter. #LBTCrew #LBTVirtualBookTour #LoveBooksTours #StephanieCarty #ASafePlace #BloodhoundBooks #BookstagramScotland #BookBlogger #freebookreviewsalways #honestbookreviews Β 

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  • Edinburgh

    Edinburgh

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ’» #bookreview of Edinburgh Our Storied Town by Donald Smith 🌟🌟🌟🌟 by @momobookdiary Edinburgh: Our Storied Town offers a rich, academic dive into Edinburgh’s history and literary legacy. #LBTCrew #LTBVirtualBookTour #LuathPress #EdinburghOurStoriedTown #DonaldSmith #CatOutram #freebookreviewsalways #BookstagramScotland Β 

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  • Christmas Murders

    Christmas Murders

    πŸŽ„πŸ“š #bookreview by @momobookdiary Christmas Murders by SF Baumgartner πŸŽ„ Murder, mystery, and mayhem under the Christmas lightsβ€”how’s that for holiday cheer? πŸŽ„ #SFBaumgartner #ChristmasMurders #digitalbook #digitalarc #booksirens #momobookdiary #readingandreviewing #freebookreview #BookstagramScotland

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  • The Party House

    The Party House

    πŸ“šπŸ–‹ #bookreview by @momobookdiary 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The Party House by Lin Anderson 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 #LinAnderson #ThePartyHouse #TartanNoir #BookfairyBookClub

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  • One More Lie

    One More Lie

    πŸ–‹πŸ“š #BookReview by @momobookdiary πŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“š One More Lie by Sheryl Browne @sheryl.browne πŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“š Pre Order now … Out 18 November 2024

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  • The Sea House

    The Sea House

    πŸ–‹πŸ“š #BookReview by @momobookdiary πŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“š The Sea House by Louise Douglas @louisedouglas3 πŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“šπŸŒŸπŸ“š Pre Order now … Out 5 November 2024

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