"Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro is quite unlike any dystopian novel I've read.
Is there a difference between life and soul? Should we advance science and technology at the expense of humanity?
An incredibly thought provoking read.
4⭐️
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Another Frieda McFadden book completed. This time it's "The Locked Door"
Very interesting premise for a thriller, and in true McFadden style I was kept guessing with the twists and turns.
⭐️3.75
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"The Love of My Afterlife" by Kirsty Greenwood was a pleasant surprise.
While romance isnt my go-to genre the inclusion of magical realism/fantasy elements was enjoyable. Lighthearted and witty, this would be a perfect beach read.
3.5⭐️
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"The Trees" by Percival Everett is fantastic.
Everett creates a sense of discomfroting complacency highlighting the apathy towards racism in the USA. He makes us laugh, then wonder how anything is funny in a world of such terror and tragedy. Funny, biting, satire.
⭐️4.5
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My first book of 2026 was "Somewhere Beyond The Sea" by T J Klune.
While not quite as impactful as the first book, this is still a beautiful story of resilience, preserverance, and acceptance, that I'd highly recommend.
"Hope is the thing with feathers"
4.5 ⭐️
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29 books, 9548 pages, 18 new (to me) authors... while I didnt quite reach my goal of 30 books and 10,000 pages, I thoroughly enjoyed the books I read in 2025, and look forward to more in 2026
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Another book club read with "She Who Became The Sun" by Shelley Parker-Chan.
I had high hopes for this book, which weren't quite met. While I enjoyed the premise, some of the characters had potential but lacked depth, which prevented me from investing in the story as a whole.
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I enjoyed "The Wife Upstairs" by Freida McFadden.
It has very similar vibes to "Verity" but Colleen Hoover.
A very digestible and quick paced thriller with plenty of twists and turns, it is the perfect weekend read.
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I LOVED "Orbital" by Samantha Harvey.
The book is thoughtful, full of insight and compassion. There is exquisite detail in the description of both the mundane and the wonderful, capturing my imagination and heart. Take the time to savour every reflective word.
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"The Favourites" by Layne Fargo was disappointing.
While I loved the narrative and documentary-style presentation, I felt the plot was too closely linked to Wuthering Heights while missing the themes of the original. I wanted to love it, but was disappointed by its interpretation.
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One of life's simplest pleasures - reading a book in bed on a peaceful Sunday morning 😌
'Orbital' - by Samantha Harvey
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'A Change of Character, Not a Change of Air' resonated with me most, but also the beginning of 'Make Yourself at Home with Next to Nothing' where he talks about Saturnalia preparations made me think about the over-commercialisation of Christmas in some parts of modern society.
Tough question! If I had to choose just one, it would to be "How can you wonder your travels do you no good, when you carry yourself around with you? You are saddled with the very thing that drove you away" - it made me reflect on modern life and my own personal experiences quite a lot!
A change from my usual reads, "Why I Am A Stoic" is a collection of letters written by Seneca 2000 years ago, landed with eerie relevance.
Seneca muses, observes, and reflects. It's like looking into a mirror, not to confront, but to contemplate and understand.
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Just finished "The Wife Upstairs" and LOVED it.
If you like Freida McFadden, I recommend Lisa Jewell 😊
I thought "James" by Percival Everett was a brilliant novel.
A reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, I enjoyed the in-depth exploration of the character of James, and its exploration of complex and emotive themes.
A brilliant book - I couldn't put it down!
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I found "I Who Have Never Known Men" by Jacqueline Harpman to be a very reflective read.
I spent the pages hoping we'd find an answer to the why and how, and instead found myself reflecting on who we 'are' without societal culture.
Bleak, but poignant.
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I loved "Dont Let Him In" by Lisa Jewell.
Three women connected by one man, the story that unfolds is a kaleidoscope of thrills.
I was hooked from the beginning, and in true Jewell style, there were twists and turns right until the last page.
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I wouldn't have picked "The List of Suspicious Things" by Jennie Godfrey for myself, but this was a #Chapter25 Book Club read - and I'm glad it was.
Set in 1970's Yorkshire, this book explores friendship, loss, and community. It's both heartwarming, and heartbreaking.
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It's been popular here in the UK too. I'm not sure I would rush to see a film adaptation.
Ive only read 2 of her books, I preferred this to "The Boyfriend", and would probably read another of her books, but Lisa Jewell would be my go-to thriller writer of a similar tone.
"The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden is a great quick psychological thriller. I particularly enjoyed the twists and turns in the plot, which kept me guessing as to the characters motivations, and the truth of the story.
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I read this last year and it was gripping! As you say, not for the faint hearted, and I did have to pause many times! But a very effective short novel!
Really enjoyed "Poor Things" by Alasdair Grey.
A thought provoking duel between the desires of men and the independence of women, the line between history and fiction is blurred beautifully, by the end I wasn't sure who to believe, or what's really and what's not.
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"The Eyes are the Best Part" by Monika Kim is one of the best books I've ever read. Starting as a poignant family drama, it slowly develops into a horrifyingly gripping thriller that I couldn't put down! Highly recommend for thriller/horror lovers.
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"Sunrise on the Reaping" is a fantastic addition to the Hunger Games novels by Suzanne Collins, exploring themes of propaganda and media manipulation, which feels particularly relevant in the age of technology and how we consume media in society.
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Fantastic book - it's one of the few I think everyone should read at least once in their lifetime
"The Boyfriend" by Freida McFadden was a very enjoyable thriller. I was kept guessing, and re-evaluating my predictions right until the end. Easy writing style kept me engaged, and each chapter kept me wanting more.
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"What A Way To Go" by Bella Mackie was a really fun read. The characters were the sort you love to hate, and I really enjoyed the varying perspectives of the book. Perfect reading for the beach this summer!
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The ideal Friday afternoon - sunshine, wine, and a good book 😎
'The Boyfriend' - Frieda McFadden
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