Discovering Delilah ( Harborside nights Book 2) By Melissa Foster

4 August , 20154 August , 2015 by Hannah ♥ 1 Comment

After the death of her parents on the day of her college graduation, Delilah Armstrong thought she could finally follow her heart and come out to her closest friends, but the guilt of going against her parents’ beliefs haunts her. The feelings she has for her best friend, Ashley, are stronger than anything she’s felt before, but Delilah has never even kissed a girl, and fear stops her at every turn.

Ashley Carver promised herself that she would never again date another girl who wasn’t out, but that was before she met intoxicatingly sweet and sexy Delilah.

When another girl offers to teach Delilah the ropes, it changes Delilah’s whole world and gives her the courage to go after the only girl she really wants. But coming out isn’t as easy as Delilah imagined, and moving past her parents’ death and the feelings of guilt she is left with is even harder. The intense passion between Ashley and Delilah is too strong to deny, but coming together means risking everything.

My Thoughts:

As with all of Melissa’s books this story focuses on friendship, family and love, I loved Delilah in Catching Cassidy another one of Melissa’s books. This story shows how hard it is to come out that you are gay to your family and friends, but when your parents are drilling it in to you that it is wrong how would you or can you tell the the truth? I honestly don’t know how Delilah would be feeling but I wanted to give her a big hug, I feel like she had this big secret and that she was basically living a lie. I feel like this was an emotional story but so well written.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Discovering-Delilah-Harborside-Nights-Book-ebook/

Summer Moved On By Jo Lambert

3 August , 201517 August , 2015 by Hannah ♥ 2 Comments

After a long-buried secret tears her family apart, Jess Hayden moves to the South Devon village of Lynbrook to live with her uncle. Rufus owns the village pub, The Black Bull, and having visited before, Jess knows the villagers well…especially one of them.

Talún Hansen has a reputation, making him the kind of man no decent girl should get involved with. Jess, however, has been under his spell from the moment they first met. Although they always seem to bring out the worst in each other, there is no denying the attraction that simmers between them – an attraction Jess knows she needs to keep under control after repeated warnings from her uncle.

As she settles into village life she begins to learn more about this wild, dark-haired gypsy with the compelling eyes, and realises their lives hold many similarities. Despite her uncle’s warnings, she begins to spend time with him. For Jess, the coming summer holds passion; for Talún the hope that he has at last found someone who truly cares for him.

But as autumn approaches, a dark shadow from Jess’s past returns, bringing far-reaching and unwanted changes for both of them.

My Thoughts:

I loved this story so much, for me it had everything you could want from a brilliantly written story. I loved all the characters, especially Jess as I could see myself in her a little bit. There is really good descriptions in this story which made it come to life more. This is a story with lots of emotions and dark secrets, it is truly captivating.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Summer-Moved-Jo-Lambert-ebook

A Proper Family Adventure By Chrissie Manby

28 July , 2015 by Hannah ♥ 0 Leave a Comment

Could you spend two weeks at sea with your family?

Thanks to an unexpected windfall, the Bensons are treating themselves to a luxury cruise. With stop-offs in Barcelona, Rome and Marseilles, plus constant entertainment onboard, it’s a dream come true . . . Or is it? Last time Chelsea Benson went on holiday with this lot she nearly went crazy.

Her mum and sister are convinced Chelsea’s boyfriend Adam will propose on the ship. Chelsea’s sure he won’t, but she can’t help feeling butterflies as they set sail. Is Adam going to pop the question, or will the only thing to pop be Chelsea’s ego?

My Thoughts:

After reading one of Chrissie’s previous books called A proper family holiday I was more than excited to read this book. I would like to say thank you Eleni at hodder for sending me a copy of this book, it is much appreciated. I must firstly mention the cover of this book it is so summery and lovely, it really put a smile on my face and I couldn’t wait to get stuck in. As I have previously read one of Chrissie’s books before I literally felt as I was reacquainted with old friends. I am sure you can read these books as a standalone but I would thoroughly recommend reading them all as they are just brilliant stories. I would say this one has a very serious issues that are dealt with really well but it is still light hearted, I loved reading everyone’s stories. There are a few things which happen which made me chuckle too. After reading the last page and being a bit sad it had come to an end I did see that Chrissie Manby has got her next novel out in November 2015 called A Wedding At Christmas, which I will really look forward to.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Proper-Family-Adventure-Chrissie-Manby

Secrets of the Pomegranate by Barbara Lamplugh

28 July , 201528 July , 2015 by Hannah ♥ 2 Comments

Secrets are dangerous; lies can rebound. And when discovery  threatens to overturn your whole life…

“The author’s love for and familiarity with Granada and life in Spain shine through on every page” – Jill Foulston, author of ‘La Vita E’ Bella’

Passionate, free-spirited Deborah has finally found peace and  a fulfilling relationship in her adopted city of Granada – but when  she is seriously injured in the Madrid train bombings of 2004, it is  her sister Alice who is forced to face the consequences of a deception they have maintained for ten years.

At Deborah’s home in Granada, Alice waits, ever more fearful. Will her sister live or die? And how long should she stay when each day brings the risk of what she most dreads, a confrontation with Deborah’s Moroccan ex-lover, Hassan? At stake is all she holds dear…

My Thoughts:

Can I just say how beautiful and intriguing the cover of this book is. This is Barbara’s first published novel which is set in Granada. The story is very well written, and well thought out, I couldn’t put it down. It was very well paced but with enough anticipation to keep you hooked. The characters were interesting and I loved all the descriptions about Grenada I just wish I was there reading this book it would be spectacular. I really enjoyed the story.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Secrets-Pomegranate-Barbara-Lamplugh-ebook

My Sister’s Secret By Tracy Buchanan

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This title will be released on August 13, 2015.

Discovering the truth could destroy you….

Willow’s memories of her parents are sun-drenched and full of smiles, love and laughter. But a mysterious invitation exposes a secret that’s been buried since a tragic accident years ago.

Willow must question everything she knew about her late mother and the aunt she’s lived with since she was a child. How is a enigmatic photographer connected to Willow? Why will her aunt not break her silence? Willow needs answers. But who can she trust?

Because no one has been telling the truth for a very long time…

My Thoughts:

I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of this book which is Tracy’s second book. The story itself is a heartbreaking but beautifully uplifting one, there are many twists and turns, and I honestly didn’t expect what we find out in the story. It made me think about what I would do for someone I loved and learn how a secret can affect not just one but many lives. Really capturing read, an author I am sure to look out for in the future.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Sisters-Secret-Tracy-Buchanan

Safe Haven By Nicholas Sparks

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Love hurts. There is nothing as painful as heartbreak. But in order to learn to love again you must learn to trust again.
When a mysterious young woman named Katie appears in the small town of Southport, her sudden arrival raises questions about her past. Beautiful yet unassuming, Katie is determined to avoid forming personal ties until a series of events draws her into two reluctant relationships.
Despite her reservations, Katie slowly begins to let down her guard, putting down roots in the close-knit community. But even as Katie starts to fall in love, she struggles with the dark secret that still haunts her . . .

My Thoughts:

I really love Nicholas Sparks books, bearing in mind I have only read two of them, I just can’t get enough of them. I loved The Longest Ride which is his latest book but this book was brilliant too. Even though this book goes from the past to the present it is easy to keep up with it, there is a relaxed nature to reading one of Nicholas’s books. I loved the story and there is a lovely added twist at the end which will put a smile on your face. This is a bittersweet love story so grab a tissue and curl up you are in for a treat. I look forward to my next Nicholas Sparks book.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Safe-Haven-Nicholas-Sparks

Cradled Dreams By Beverly Hoffman

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As her family gathers for Thanksgiving, Georgie’s heartbreak is hard to conceal. After years of pursuing her dreams of motherhood, she has recently learned that her last option to conceive has failed. Grim amid the festive holiday celebrations, Georgie feels that she has little reason to give thanks.

Her sister-in-law, Robin, desperate to ease Georgie’s suffering, struggles for a way to help. On loving impulse, she offers a solution—surrogacy.

Flush with excitement, neither woman can predict how her life will change. But each is comforted by the knowledge that her love for the other will guide the way. Soon, after in vitro using a relative’s sperm and her own egg, Robin shares the joyous news that she is pregnant. Every conversation sparkles with her private joy at the gift she could give her sister-in-law. But she encounters unexpected criticism when discussing the plan with others. She must now deal with judgment and questions about ethics. Relationships are strained. Both must pay emotional costs they never anticipated. Soon, questions they never asked begin to haunt them both.

Where do boundaries of possibility meet long-term responsibility? Under what circumstances does science need to pause to consider moral outcomes? When organs and tiny bones grow in spite of circumstances never seen in nature, where does motherhood begin and end?

And most haunting of all is the question Robin couldn’t ask herself on that first day: Will she really be able to give up the child for the sake of Georgie’s dream?

My Thoughts:

You will definitely need a tissue or two with this book. This is such a compelling and thought provoking story, is all about what one sister would do for her sister. You also get to meet the family members and see what they think of it all, I think this story is about the gift of love, there is emotion but lots of love from a difficult, controversial situation. Beverly has written it beautifully.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cradled-Dreams-Beverly-Hoffman-ebook

My First Book Tag

20 July , 2015 by Hannah ♥ 0 Leave a Comment

Wow!!

Thank you so much Book bunny for tagging me to answer these fantastic questions. Please do take a look at her blog as it is brilliant.

http://bookbunny.net/2015/07/19/book-tag-reading-habits-tag/

Do you have certain places at home for reading?

Yes. I love to read on the sofa fully stretched out as I find it very relaxing.

Bookmark or random piece of paper?

I have a bookmark that I have had for a few years now, someone special who is no longer with us gave it to me, I would be so upset if I lost it.

Can you just stop reading or do you have to stop after a chapter/ a certain amount of pages?

I have to stop after a chapter, I hate to be disturbed inbetween a chapter, I find it easier to remember the story if I start a new chapter when I pick the book up again. I know that sounds weird! 🙂

Do you eat or drink while reading?

I will drink tea or hot chocolate when I am reading but I would never eat whilst reading as I hate reading a book when there are crumbs in it or marks from fingerprints.

Multi tasking: Music or TV while reading?

I can multi task whilst reading but I prefer not too, especially if the book is a really good one.

One book at a time or several at once?

I can only read one book at a time, I think I would find I would find it hard to concentrate reading two or more books but I do know people that do that. I just like to have one book to read.

Reading at home or everywhere?

I prefer to read at home, I have tried reading at the doctors, on the bus etc but I can’t seem to concentrate, I think it is because I am very nosey. 🙂

Reading out loud or silently in your head?

Definitely silently in my head.

Do you read ahead or even skip pages?

I read ahead, I think you don’t get a feel for the story or you are not obviously enjoying the book if you have to skip pages so I would rather read the whole book.

Breaking the spine or keeping it like new?

I love keeping a book like new.

Do you write in your books?

No, never have and never will.

Thank you so much Book Bunny for my questions. I have really enjoyed answering your questions.

The Twins By Saskia Sarginson

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Isolte and Viola are twins. Inseparable as children, they’ve grown into very different adults: Isolte, a successful features writer for a fashion magazine with a photographer boyfriend and a flat in London, and Viola, desperately unhappy and struggling with a lifelong eating disorder.

What happened all those years ago to set the twins on such different paths to adulthood? As both women start to unravel the escalating tragedies of a half-remembered summer, terrifying secrets from the past come rushing back — and threaten to overwhelm their adult lives . . .

My Thoughts:

I liked this book it had lots of very different characters and I enjoyed the plot but it is set in three different times of the girls lives and it sometimes switched between times but also in the middle of a paragraph which I did find slightly confusing. This is a book you would have to concentrate on, but the ending was good.

If you would like to purchase this book, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Twins-Saskia-Sarginson

Night Owls By Jenn Bennett

16 July , 2015 by Hannah ♥ 2 Comments

This title will be released on August 13, 2015.

Meeting Jack on the Owl – San Francisco’s night bus – turns Beatrix’s world upside down. Jack is charming, wildly attractive …and possibly one of San Francisco’s most notorious graffiti artists.

On midnight rides and city rooftops, Beatrix begins to see who this enigmatic boy really is. But Jack is hiding much more – and can she uncover the truth that leaves him so wounded?

My Thoughts:

I would like to say a thank you to lovereading who kindly sent me an advanced copy of this book. The story is about two young adults called Beatrix’s and Jack, who are both artists that live in San Francisco. Beatrix’s is into drawing pictures of bodies, so that side really interested me as I have studied forensic science. The story is all about first love, reading your dreams which I think many young adults will be able to relate to. I think the message it wants to put out to the reader is that you need to find yourself and who you are and want to be in the future, I found this a really engrossing read and it I read it in one sitting as it is only 294 pages long.

If you would like some more information about lovereading, please click on the link below:

http://www.lovereading.co.uk/

If you would like to purchase the book when it comes out, please click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Night-Owls-Jenn-Bennett/