#ThrowbackThursday ~ the Lighterman (Charles Holborne #3) by Simon Michael #Crime #HistFic @simonmichaeluk

Published in 2017 The Lighterman is the third book in the series. Not having read the first two books I was a little concerned, but happily there was enough back information woven into the story so that I didn’t feel confused at all or unable to follow the plot. Renee at It’s Book Talk began this meme as … Continue reading #ThrowbackThursday ~ the Lighterman (Charles Holborne #3) by Simon Michael #Crime #HistFic @simonmichaeluk

Spotlight and #GuestPost from Rebecca Stonehill @bexstonehill #Books #1960s

I'm very happy to welcome Rebecca Stonehill, with an interesting and thought provoking guest post recalling five books that have most influenced her. So without further ado, over to you, Rebecca..... I’d be surprised to hear of a writer who isn’t first and foremost a reader. For writers, words are our lifeblood, both a joy … Continue reading Spotlight and #GuestPost from Rebecca Stonehill @bexstonehill #Books #1960s

The Last Meridian by Joe Hefferon #Hardboiled #Noir reviewed for #RBRT

Author: Joe Hefferon Released: 20th May 2017 by Evolved Publishing LLC Category: Hardboiled, Noir, Crime, Mystery, Book Review A telegram sets off a chain of events that destroys five lives, throwing Hollywood insider Nina Ferrer’s life into turmoil. The infant boy she gave up for adoption in Chicago sixteen years earlier has been arrested for … Continue reading The Last Meridian by Joe Hefferon #Hardboiled #Noir reviewed for #RBRT

Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann #Extract ~ 50th Anniversary Special Issue #Books

I remember reading this many moons ago, and enjoying it. In honour of the 50th anniversary Little, Brown book Group and Virago are celebrating with a special anniversary edition, due to be released on June 30th. Before Jackie Collins, Candace Bushnell and Lena Dunham, Jacqueline Susann held the world rapt with her tales of the private passions … Continue reading Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann #Extract ~ 50th Anniversary Special Issue #Books

The Test

Author: John Lansing Published: November 2014 by Tatra Press A Short Story A coming-of-age story set in 1950s, small-town Long Island, at a time when suburban America is about to undergo  seismic societal changes. Jack Morgan returns, for what he knows will be the last time, to Baldwin, Long Island in order to settle his … Continue reading The Test