September's Five Star Story Joy

A quartet of different stories that set my synapses alight. My reading brain burnt bright as a constellation of stars hugged:

Published yesterday, September 30th, 2024, I delayed my review until October because the book's vibe — dark woods, ravens, witchcraft, haunted house and secretive behaviours—belongs in the month of Halloween.

The Ravenswood Witch is an enthralling five star page-turner.

Three Star - holiday read; pick it up at the airport or station. Or read on a wet weekend leaving reality at the front door. It is an easy fast, fast-paced read. It is forty-two chapters of twists and turns, unreliable participants and false leads.

A Five Star delight. The writing by Sally Page in The Secret of Flowers brings the unseen behind the scenes world onboard the Titanic to life.

It certainly left me in awe of the powerful storytelling. This is a gorgeous read, comforting, and intriguing. The Secret of the Flowers lingers long after the last page is read.

Published by Harper Collins UK

The Place of Tides reminds the reader of what we should value and what is important in life.

‘She looked like a Queen – not in her clothes or possessions but in her defiant eyes. Anna lived a rebellion against modernity.’

Be more Anna is my clarion call. Observe and act and understand the importance of nature’s ebb and flow.

Place of Tides by James Rebanks, published by Allen Lane, Penguin Books on 27th October 2024.

5 Star debut delight by Carryl Church - The Forgotten The Life of Connie Harris will make you think again about female-led romance.

The story will make you sigh and tap your feet with frustration. As you see, doors slide shut, preventing the forgotten life of Connie Harris from being found.

5 Star gem. The writing immerses you in Georgian society hidden from view. You party, cry and despair with the characters who are living in fear. Who is the rat hiding in full view?

Nero: Delivers the unexpected.

Another celebratory Murder Mystery that is an enjoyable read.