September 2024
When life throws lemons, sometimes all you can so is take the hint and make lemonade, so that’s what we’ve done. Picture us reclining by a pool somewhere enjoying the last of the summer sun whilst sipping a long, cold drink and relaxing with a good book.
Too far fetched? You’re probably right, although the good book part is true as we’ve got plenty of those for any last minute holiday reading. You’ll just have to make your own lemonade.
You can read the reviews by clicking on the links below …
Geneva by Richard Armitage, reviewed by Linda Wilson
Nobel Prize-winning scientist Sarah Collier is invited to the launch of the Schiller Institute’s ground-breaking cure for Altzheimer’s disease, the condition she fears is destroying her own mind. The invitation seems like a match made in heaven, but Sarah isn’t keen.
Murder at the Monastery by Richard Coles, reviewed by Viv Beeby
After suffering a heartbreaking setback in his private life, Canon Daniel Clement returns to the monastery where he was once a novice, but the murder of one of the monks heralds a new case for Daniel and DS Neil Vanloo.
Hot Stage by Anita Nair, reviewed by Chris Roberts
Bangalore Assistant Commissioner Gowda returns to investigate the death of a government critic.
Black Wolf by Juan Gómez-Jurado, reviewed by Kerry Hood
The extraordinary and brilliant Antonia Scott and her sidekick Inspector Jon Guitierrez find themselves on the trail of the wife of one of the Costa del Sol’s top mafia figures. There are a great many very scary people looking for Lola Moreno. All they have to do is find her first.
The Politician by Tim Sullivan, reviewed by John Verpeleti
DS George Cross brings his exceptional skills as an investigator to the case of a burglary that may have been cover for murder.
Clickbait by LC North, reviewed by Kati-Barr Taylor
Living with the Lancaster family may be fun for the viewers of their YouTube channel, but might be deadly for those who see the cracks in their façade, including London-based YouTube sleuth, Tom Isaacs.
The Close by Jane Casey, reviewed by Linda Wilson
DS Maeve Kerrigan takes on an undercover assignment watching a woman and her son believed to be involved in the exploitation of vulnerable adults. The snag is she has to pose as DI Josh Derwent’s girlfriend.
The Shadows of London by Andrew Taylor, reviewed by Sylvia Maughan
A body is discovered on a building site in 17th century London and architect/builder Cat Hakesby is horrified when the local JP puts a stop to all work on the site. Cat seeks out her friend, James Marwood, to help her save her business.
Imposter Syndrome by Joseph Knox, reviewed by Chris Roberts
A conman on the run is drawn into a complicated conspiracy when his strong resemblance to a missing person is spotted at Heathrow.
Curandera by Irenosen Okojie, reviewed by Kim Fleet
A quartet of ritual-seekers open up a portal to an ancient shaman god, but the god is both vengeful and hungry for sacrifices.
Perched elegantly on the Countdown throne is week is author Louise Hare. We hope she won't mind us swiftly appropriating the wonderful word bloquation and sidling into her body combat classes.
Our friends at Reviewing the Evidence have been beavering away on the other side of the pond, so pop over there to see what’s new among the US and Canadian releases.
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Too far fetched? You’re probably right, although the good book part is true as we’ve got plenty of those for any last minute holiday reading. You’ll just have to make your own lemonade.
You can read the reviews by clicking on the links below …
Geneva by Richard Armitage, reviewed by Linda Wilson
Nobel Prize-winning scientist Sarah Collier is invited to the launch of the Schiller Institute’s ground-breaking cure for Altzheimer’s disease, the condition she fears is destroying her own mind. The invitation seems like a match made in heaven, but Sarah isn’t keen.
Murder at the Monastery by Richard Coles, reviewed by Viv Beeby
After suffering a heartbreaking setback in his private life, Canon Daniel Clement returns to the monastery where he was once a novice, but the murder of one of the monks heralds a new case for Daniel and DS Neil Vanloo.
Hot Stage by Anita Nair, reviewed by Chris Roberts
Bangalore Assistant Commissioner Gowda returns to investigate the death of a government critic.
Black Wolf by Juan Gómez-Jurado, reviewed by Kerry Hood
The extraordinary and brilliant Antonia Scott and her sidekick Inspector Jon Guitierrez find themselves on the trail of the wife of one of the Costa del Sol’s top mafia figures. There are a great many very scary people looking for Lola Moreno. All they have to do is find her first.
The Politician by Tim Sullivan, reviewed by John Verpeleti
DS George Cross brings his exceptional skills as an investigator to the case of a burglary that may have been cover for murder.
Clickbait by LC North, reviewed by Kati-Barr Taylor
Living with the Lancaster family may be fun for the viewers of their YouTube channel, but might be deadly for those who see the cracks in their façade, including London-based YouTube sleuth, Tom Isaacs.
The Close by Jane Casey, reviewed by Linda Wilson
DS Maeve Kerrigan takes on an undercover assignment watching a woman and her son believed to be involved in the exploitation of vulnerable adults. The snag is she has to pose as DI Josh Derwent’s girlfriend.
The Shadows of London by Andrew Taylor, reviewed by Sylvia Maughan
A body is discovered on a building site in 17th century London and architect/builder Cat Hakesby is horrified when the local JP puts a stop to all work on the site. Cat seeks out her friend, James Marwood, to help her save her business.
Imposter Syndrome by Joseph Knox, reviewed by Chris Roberts
A conman on the run is drawn into a complicated conspiracy when his strong resemblance to a missing person is spotted at Heathrow.
Curandera by Irenosen Okojie, reviewed by Kim Fleet
A quartet of ritual-seekers open up a portal to an ancient shaman god, but the god is both vengeful and hungry for sacrifices.
Perched elegantly on the Countdown throne is week is author Louise Hare. We hope she won't mind us swiftly appropriating the wonderful word bloquation and sidling into her body combat classes.
Our friends at Reviewing the Evidence have been beavering away on the other side of the pond, so pop over there to see what’s new among the US and Canadian releases.
If you’d like to subscribe to our update email which we send into cyberspace every time there’s a new issue out, drop us a line (the email address is on our About page).
If you're following us on X/Twitter, you can find us at
. Linda and Sharon
Ten words to sum up your working life to date ...
No idea what I’ll be doing in five years’ time.
Nine things you can see from where you're sitting ...
A poster from the 2015 Monaco Grand Prix.
A Diptique candle still in the box – it feels too expensive to burn.
A pile of books that I need to put away.
Too many cushions.
A cup of coffee.
A posh notebook, unused.
A cheap notebook, full of scribblings.
A list of uncompleted tasks.
A lino cut print of Lena Aldridge that my mum made from the book cover of Miss Aldridge Regrets.
Eight minutes to prepare a meal. What's it going to be ?
Heat sesame oil in a wok. Chop steak into strips and throw it in. Once seared, chuck in veg: red peppers, bean sprouts, broccoli, birds eye chili. Add hoi sin sauce. Add rice noodles. Serve.
