Quick Book Reviews

I chat to David Headley about Capital Crime. Information on the festival can be found here: https://www.capitalcrime.orgI interview Salma Ibrahim about Salutation RoadI review:Into the Fire by GD WrightDeath At The White Hart by Chris ChibnallGlitterball by Yasmin Wilde. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 bookish things I don't buy - book tag.(Book tag originally done by Shades of Orange on YouTube)BookmarksBooks signed by authorBook formats - not special editionHarbacksBookish swagBook cart Book subscription serviceBook journalEbooksKindleThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Jane Casey about her latest book The Secret Room I review: This House of Burning Bones by Stuart MacBrideBy Your Side by Ruth Jones & The Trad Wife's Secret by Liane Child.The three books Jane Casey recommends are The Guests by Agnes RavatnThe Last Days of Summer by Sara ManningThe Death of Us by Abigail Dean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Adam Oyebanji about Esperance Adam recommends:Places In The Darkness by Chris BrookmyreThe Naked Sun by Isaac AsimovAll System Red by Martha WellsThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Daria Lavelle about Aftertaste.I review: Homemade God by Rachel JoyceNightshade by Michael ConnollyThe Honesty Box by Lucy Brazier, The First Murder on Mars by Sam WilsonI interview Daria Lavelle about her book: Aftertaste Daria recommends:The Princess Bride by William Goldman Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinThe Candy House by Jennifer Egan The podcast can be found:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsX: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Barnaby Martin about The QuietBarnaby's book recommendations are:The Anglo-Saxons: A History of the Beginnings of England by Marc MorrisWhen We Were Orphans by Kazuo IshiguroTomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast can be found: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Books, Authors, and Publishing SecretsI chat to Alison Barrow PR Director for the start of a regular slot where we lift the lid on the publishing world. I review the following books:The Hidden Life of Trees, a graphic adaptation.The Gentleman From Peru by Andre Aciman.Some Body Like Me by Lucy Lapinski, those I interview Charlotte Paradise about Overspill Charlotte recommends:The Lesser Bohemians by Eimear McBride What Red Was by Rosie PriceOkay Days by Jenny Mustard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Joe Abercrombie about his latest book The DevilsThe three books JOE RECOMMENDS:Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtryThe L A Quartet by James EllroyThe Civil War by Shelby FooteYou can find the Quick Book Reviews Podcast on social media:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Laura and Ross from Station BooksStation Books website: https://stationbooks.co.ukHardy's Books Youtube channel: UCbQetFvMecZV9SxVQdI9gXgLaura recommends:Station Eleven by Emily St. John MandelA Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb. Ross recommends:Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna ClarkeExhalation by Ted ChiangThe Dance of Shadows by Rogba Payne. The Quick Book Reviews Podcast can be found:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Georgia Leighton author of SPELLBOUNDGeorgia recommends:Beauty by Robin McKinley, Hamnet by Maggie O'FarrellSpinning Silver by Naomi Novik. The Quick Book Reviews Podcast can be found:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa interviews Mary Watson about THE CLEANER& Philippa reviews:I Bet You'd Look Good In A Coffin by Katie BrentThe Stand-In Dad by Alex Summers, Breaking The Dark by Lisa Jewell andSword Catcher by Cassandra Clare.Mary recommends:A Stranger In The Family by Jane CaseyHere One Moment by Lianne MoriartyIt Should Have been You by Andrea MaraThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Antonia Hodgson about The Raven ScholarAntonia recommends:Greenteeth by Molly O'NeillThe Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le GuinThey by Kay DickThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast can be found:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3Author Antonia Hodgson Discusses 'The Raven Scholar': Journey from Historical Fiction to Epic Fantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I review: When women were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill, The Cure by Eve Smith. Two poetry books: Wild Remedy and Becoming By Poetry PrescriptionBored to Death, A Board Game Shop Mystery by CJ Connor.And I interview Jo Callaghan about Human RemainsJo recommends:The Death of Us By Abigail DeanYour Are Here by David NichollsThe Art of a Lie by Laura Shepherd-Robinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with S F Williamson about A Language of Dragons S F Williamson recommends:When Women Were Dragons by Kelly BarnhillThe Awakening of Miss Primm by Sanmartin Fenollera and translated by Sonia Soto.The Goldfinch by Donna TarttThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast can be found:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Jessica Bull about "A Fortune Most Fatal"Books reviewed:Squeaky Clean by Callum McSorleyCarl's Doomsday Scenario: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt DinnimanFamous Last Words by Gillian McAllisterJessica Bull recommends:Rebecca Romney' “Jane Austen's Bookshelf”Jill Johnson's “Bella Donna”Mel Pennant's “A Murder For Miss Hortense” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Olivia-Savannah Roach We discuss being a book influencer and working in publishing.Links to Olivia's channels:http://www.youtube.com/@OliviasCatastropheinstagram.com/oliviascatastrophetiktok.com/@oliviascatastropheOlivias recommends:The Ragpicker King By Cassandra ClareWelcome to Forever by Nathan TavaresThe Fifth Season by N K JemisinLink to Tor UK Publishing: https://www.panmacmillan.com/tor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Jo Harkin about “The Pretender” Book reviews:The Whalebone Theatre by Joanne QuinnA Voice in the Night by Simon MasonKilling Time by Alan BennettJo Harkin recommends:Winter King by Thomas PennThe Cauliflower by Nicola Barkerthe Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with John Scalzi about his latest book “When The Moon Hits Your Eye” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Katie Buckley about her book “Hero”And I review:The Lost Passenger by Frances QuinnDungeon Crawler Carl by Matt DinnimanThe Impossible Thing By Belinda BauerPlusKatie's book recommendations are:The We Free Men by Terry PratchettBy Grand Central Station I Sat Down And Wept by Elizabeth SmartSoft Core by Brittany Newell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Hannah Kaner about FAITHBREAKER Hannah recommends:Idolfire by Grace Curtis The Map of Knowledge by Violet MollerThe Spear Cuts Through Water by Simon Jimenez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I review:The Library of the Dead by T. L. HuchuMissing White Woman by Kellye GarrettSmall Bomb at Dimperley by Lissa Evans.And I interview Jamie West about his latest book: Murder at the Matinee.Jamie recommends:Burying Jericho by William HusseyThe List of Suspicious Things by Jennie GodfreySwimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jędrowski, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Rebecca Thorne about “Tea You At The Alter” her latest book in the ‘Tomes & Tea' quartet The 3 books that Rebecca recommends:This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mahtar and Max GladstoneNever Split the Difference by Chris Voss & Tahl RazThe Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa interviews Trevor Wood about “The Silent Killer” and reviews Annie Bot by Sierra Greer & Only Big Bum Bum Matters Tomorrow by Damilare KuKu.Link to Trevor's fundraising for Alzheimers Research: https://justgiving.com/page/trevor-wood-1731935935062Trevor recommends:Blood Like Mine by Stuart NevillePaperboy by Callum McSorley A Serpent in the Garden by Howard Linskey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa Interviews Heather Salisbury, Programme Manager of The Hay Festival.To book tickets for the Hay Festival and find out information about events click here: https://www.hayfestival.com/hay-on-wye/homeHeather's 3 book recommendations:Meditation for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanThe Peanut Jones series by Rob BiddulphConfessions by Catherine Airey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Philippa reviews: The Wolf Tree by Laura McCluskey Tell Me a Dragon by Jackie MorrisSpring Unfurled by Angela Harding.Plus Philippa interviews Kate Fagan about The Three Lives of Cate Kay.Kate recommends:Bel Canto by Ann PratchettThe Book Thief by Markus ZusakPlain Bad Heroines by Emily Danforth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa interviews Saara El-Arifi about her latest book CURSEBOUNDSaara's three book recommendations are:The Deep by Rivers Solomon.The Fifth Season by N. K. JemisinThe Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa reviews: The Poppy War by R F KuangA Serial Killer's Guide to Marriage by Asia Mackay. Deadfall by A K TurnerPlus Philippa does the Favourites book tag.10 Questions:1. A book you tell people is your favourite2. A book that is your guilty pleasure3. A book everyone loved but you didn't4. A book you read the fastest5. A book that deserves more hype6. A book that you reread the most7. A book that has your favourite characters 8. A book that made you cry9. A book you think everyone needs to read10. A book you wish everyone would give a shot even if it's out of their comfort zone(Book tag inspired by Larry on YouTube and their “Book Recommendation Tag” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I talk to Tyrone from BookishDadReads about his experience with mental health challenges and the books.Please note we discuss some serious subjects including child abuse and suicide. Tyrone's own book is called “What Comes After Rock Bottom” (by Tyrone Reid)Tyrone's 3 Fantasy book recommendations:Red Rising by Pierce BrownBlood Over Bright Haven by ML Wang.Dungeon Crawler Carl: Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 1 by Matt DinnimanTyrone's 3 Crime series recommendations:The Puppet Show by M W CravenIn The Blink Of An Eye by Jo Callaghan The Crucifix Killer by Chris Carter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Cara Hunter about her brand new crime book “Making A Killing”And I review The Dentist by Tim Sullivan Bridget Jones' Diary by Helen FieldingThe Archers Unseen by Julie BeckettCara Hunter recommends the following 3 books:The Memory Game by Nicci FrenchUnfortunately She Was A Nymphomaniac by Joan Smith We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I interview Helen Fields about her book, The Profiler, And review: The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie LeongBy Any Other Name by Jodie Picoult A Beginner's Guide to Dying by Simon Boas.The Tim Sullivan DS Cross series Helen Fields recommendsRemarkbly Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltHex by Thomas Olde HeuveltA Town Like Alice by Nevil Shute Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Kate Greathead about The Book Of George I review: Life Hacks for a Little Alien by Alice Franklin. The Dentist by Tim Sullivan & The Cyclist by Tim Sullivan, the first two in the series. Kate Greathead recommends:Stoner by John WilliamsMrs. Caliban by Rachel Angles,A House in Norway by Vigdis HjorthThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with T J Klune about The Bones Beneath My SkinT J Klune recommends: Flamer by Mike CuratoTales from the Gas Station by Jack TownsendClown in a Cornfield by Adam CesareThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Jenny Morris about 'An Ethical Guide to Murder'. Plus I review 'Family Politics' by John O'Farrell, 'Beautiful Ugly' by Alice Feeney and I mention 'Human Remains' by Jo Callaghan.Jenny Morris' 3 book recommendations are:Stuart Turton's The Last Murder at the End of the World. Octavia Butler's Parable of the Sower.Asia Mackay's A Serial Killer's Guide to MarriageThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I talk to Grady Hendrix all about his new book “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls”Grady's 3 book recommendations are:The Tulip Touch by Anne Fine, and you might know it's called fromLolly Willowes by Sylvia Townsend WarnerI Await the Devil's Coming by Mary Maclane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Elly Griffiths about her new book “The Frozen People” and I give my top 12 books of 2024.ALSO:Elly recommends 3 books for us:Beautiful People by Amanda JenningsNotes on a Drowning by Anna Sharpe.Stone Blind by Natalie HaynesPHILIPPA's TOP READS OF 2024The Betrayal of Thomas True by A. J. WestWitchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady HendrixRubbernecker by Belinda Bauer. Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness.The Home Child by Liz Berry.The Mercy Chair by M. W. Craven.The Spell Shop by Sarah Beth Durst. Brotherless Night by V. V. GaneshananthanNightbloom by Peace Adzo Medie 10. A Bookshop of one's own by Jane Cholmeley,11.After the Storm by G. D Wright12.The Instrumentalist by Harriet Constable.Honourable mention: The Guncle by Steven Rowley. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Dan Malikin about “The Wreckage of Us”I also review “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls” by Grady Hendrix, “How to Tell a Haunted House” by Grady Hendrix, “House of Frank” by Kay Sinclair“The Proof of My Innocence” by Jonathan Coe.Dan Malakin recommends:Why Don't You Love Me? by Paul B RaineySelfie by Will Storr, All The Little Liars by Victoria Selman LINKS:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am joined by Lauren, from Lauren And The Books on Youtube to discuss Christmas, seasonal reading and our top 5 Christmas books.Link to Lauren's Youtube account:https://youtube.com/@laurenandthebooksLauren recommends:The Wood at Midwinter by Susanna Clarke The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore Time of the Child by Niall WilliamsGifts by Laura Barnett.The Christmas Wish-tastrophe by Cariad LloydPlus an extra: The Christmas Chronicles by Nigel SlaterPhilippa recommends:Death Comes at Christmas by variousLook Up Handsome by Jack Strange The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita ProseMake the Season Bright by Ashley Herring BlakeThe Visitor. It's by Sergio Gomez. Plus an extra: Happy Bloody Christmas by Jo Middleton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Toby Clements about his latest book “A Good Deliverance”I also review:The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie GodfreyRed Shirts by John Scalzi. Irmina by Barbara Yelin. The Fairytale Fan Club by Richard AyoadeToby recommends:The Heron's Catch by Susan CurranNiccolo Rising by Dorothy DunnettLotharingia By Simon WinderFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I mention Everything You Have by Kate RubyAnd review: Frankie By Graham NortonThe Waiting by Michael ConnellyThe Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie GilmoreAnd I do the End Of Year Book Tag!Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Louise Candlish about her latest book “Our Holiday”Philippa reviews:Green Dot by Madeleine Gray Here One Moment & Apples Never Fall by Leanne MoriartyGone by Michael GrantLouise recommends:The First Girl by Claire McGowanFollow the Butterfly by Martha KaukonenEverything You have by Kate RubyFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Anne Corlett about her latest book The Theatre of Glass and Shadows and I review:The Instrumentalist by Harriet Constable,The Lantern of Lost Memories by Sanaka HiiragiThe Woman on the Ledge by Ruth Mancini. Anne recommends:Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands by Sarah Brooks. High Vaultage by Chris & Jen SugdenThe Trouble with Mrs. Montgomery Hearst by Katie Lumsden Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I Interview Lucy Jane Wood about her book “Rewitched”.I review:“We Solve Murders” by Richard Osman“Precipice” by Robert Harris“Dallergut Dream Department Store” by Miye LeeLUCY recommends:First-Time Caller By B K BorisonGreen Dot By Madeleine Gray Bellies by Nicola Dinan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Ellery Lloyd about their latest book “The Final Act Of Juliet Willoughby” I review: Isolation Island by Louise MinchinHolmes and Moriarty by Gareth Rubin, Mistress of Lies by K. M. Enright& Twelve Angry Men by Reginald Rose Ellery Lloyd recommend:The Last Truths We Told By Holly WattThe Sirens by Emilia HartA Serial Killer's Guide to Marriage by Asia Mackay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Laura Dockrill author of I Love, I Love You, I Love You,I review:The Hotel Avocado by Bob MortimerOnce Upon A Broken Heart by Stephanie GarberTin Man by Sarah WinmanLaura recommends:Glassmaker by Tracy ChevalierHow To Be Both by Ali SmithNibbles, the Very Hungry Book Monster By Emma YarlettFollow the podcast:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Jane Casey about her latest book “A Stranger In The Family”and I review After The Storm G D WrightPity by Andrew McMillan Alex Rider: Snakehead - The Graphic Novel - by Anthony Horowitz and Antony Johnston & Amrit BirdiJane Casey recommends:Small Bomb at Dimperley by Lissa EvansBlood Like Mine by Stuart NevilleThe Torrent by Danuka McKenzie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Annie Garthwaite about her latest book The King's Mother and I review:Graveyard Shift by M. L. Rio, Long Live Evil by Sarah Rees BrennanKilling Time by Jodi Taylor. Annie recommends:Glorious Exploits by Ferdia LennonThe Tower by Flora Carr Clear by Carys Davies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I speak to Helen Bagnall, Head of Programmes and Engagement at The Hay Festival about the special Winter Weekend later this year. For more information and to book tickets: https://www.hayfestival.com/winter-weekend/homeHelen recommends:The How by Yrsa Daley-WardPandora's Jar by Natalie Haynes Dancing In The Streets By by Barbara Ehrenreich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview C L Miller about “The Antique Hunter's Guide To Murder”Plus I review: The House In The Cerulean Sea by T J KluneThe Housemaid by Freida McFaddenI interview C L Miller about “The Antique Hunters Guide To Murder”https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenAndTheBooksC L Miller (author of The Antique Hunter's Guide To Murder) recommends:The Guest List by Lucy Foley,When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. ParkerButcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver.Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Stuart Neville about “Blood Like Mine”Stuart recommends:House of Bone and Rain by Gabino Iglesias.The Cracker Mirror by Chris BrookmyreThe End of Everything by Megan Abbott Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa interviews MICHAEL DONKOR about his book "Grow Where They Fall"Philippa reviews:A Discovery Of Witches - Deborah Harkness The Examiner by Janice HallettAnd interview Michael Donkor author of “Grow Where They Fall”Michael recommends:All Fours by Miranda July.Jazz by Toni MorrisonOur Evenings by Alan Hollinghurst Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 books, 2 audiobooks & 2 graphic novels plus I interview Sarah Beth Durst about “The Spell Shop”I review:Clear by Carys DaviesQueen B by Juno DawsonFactory Summers by Guy DelislePolar Vortex by Denise DorranceA Terrible Kindness by Jo Browning WroePrima Facie by Suzie MillerSarah Beth Durst recommends:Can't Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca ThorneHoney Witch by Sydney J ShieldsThe Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong.Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.