Reduction in Service
Incase you haven't noticed I have been pretty rubbish at writing reviews recently. This is because of my studies and everything else under the sun. Keen not to let my massive fanbase of two people down I have decided to keep the reviews shortened to the quick review only.
Once I have more free time next summer I will try and resume full service.
Cheers,
Jennie
The Phantom Of The Opera – Gaston Leroux
Phantom Of The Opera - Gaston Leroux
Top 100 Book: I thought it was number 100, but I got the wrong book! So not in the Top 100
Star Rating:: ****
Quick Review::
The Paris Opera House, early 1900's is mysteriously "haunted" by O.G, the Opera Ghost.
This novel written in a detective Style follows the story of the Christine Daae and her twisted love triangle with the Opera Ghost and Raoul.
Its a pretty gritty novel with love, murder, jealousy, rage, mystery and horror. It's interesting to know that this is based on true facts and the author spent a lot of time investigating the Paris Opera House!
Detailed Review:: *SLIGHT PLOT SPOILERS*
How Many Stars
It occured to me a star rating would be useful for these books, for a quick glance! So i am going to include a star rating from now on, and will go back and edit the reviews i have made so far!
Keep reading folks xx
Suggest Me A Book
I am always looking for suggestions of books to read!
And have discovered a lot from suggestions so far!
So suggest me a book!
I'll have a read and review it on here for you
Also let me know if you enjoyed any of the books I have read! I love to know
Take care
Jennie
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The Curious Incident of The Dog in The Night- Time – Mark Haddon
The Curious Incident of The Dog in The Night- Time - Mark Haddon
Top 100 Book:: Number 59
Star Rating: **** 1/2
Quick Review::
Meet Christopher Boone, a 15 year old boy living in Swindon with Asperger’s syndrome. One day he discovers the neighbour’s dog Wellington has been murdered with a garden fork and he makes it his mission to discover the murderer.
Described as a murder mystery novel with a difference Christopher opens a can of worms that will transform his life, and affect all of those around him. An award winning novel by Mark Haddon that is a real pleasure to read.
Detailed Review:: *SLIGHT PLOT SPOILERS*
America Unchained – Dave Gorman
America Unchained - Dave Gorman
Recommended by :: Fran Day
Star Rating:: ****
Quick Review::
Get A Car, Travel across America from West To East. Piece of Cake eh? Only one slight snag, you need to do all of this without spending a single penny in a chain store, chain gas station or chain hotel. This is Dave Gorman’s quest, and he chooses to accept it.
This book follows his journey across the good old US of A and we learn about the good times, the quirky B&B’s the friendly people of Kansas and then there are the bad times, the director hurting her back, being held at gun point and some of the scummiest motels in the world.
Detailed Review:: *SLIGHT PLOT SPOILERS*
The Five People You Meet In Heaven – Mitch Albom
The Five People You Meet In Heaven - Mitch Albom
Top 100 Book: Number 88
Star Rating:: *****
Quick Review::
Wow, is all I can say. What an absolutely amazing book. A beautifully written exceptionally heart warming book.
I genuinely could not put this book down. Sat up til very late reading this book, I just had to finish it.
It follows the story of Eddie, an 83 year old man who dies in a freak accident trying to save a little girls life. After awaking in the afterlife he learns that his earthly life will be explained to him by five people who were in it, loved ones or strangers, each of them changing his life forever.
Detailed Review:: *SLIGHT PLOT SPOILERS*
Inconceivable – Ben Elton
Inconceivable - Ben Elton
Recommended by :: I was swayed by the Title and Front Cover :)
Star Rating:: ****
Quick Review::
A beautifully poignant Romantic Comedy from Ben Elton. This novel is written in an "Adrian Mole Diary" style and follows Sam and Lucy in their desperate quest for a child. This is full of laugh out loud gags, no really, I found myself chuckling out loud on quite a few occasions but it's not without a few tear-jerking moments, failed IVF treatments, betrayal, jealousy. Its a very easy read and a very enjoyable one too!
Detailed Review:: *SLIGHT PLOT SPOILERS*
The Brief History of The Dead – Kevin Brockmeier
The Brief History of The Dead - Kevin Bockmeier
Recommended by :: Yet another personal choice
Star Rating:: *** 1/2
Quick Review::
Very clever novel by Kevin Brockmeier, this slightly comforting story is split into two parts. We follow the inhabitants of 'the city' a place people go when they die and also the story of a young traveller named Laura Byrd we quickly see these two woven together as we discover just how much Laura is impacting on the city and its inhabitants. Its a good novel but the conclusion leaves you wanting more.........
Detailed Review:: *SLIGHT PLOT SPOILERS*
Missing In Action
Sorry for the lact of reviews recently folks!
I've been busily studying for my Postgrad course and thats taking a lot of time!
Stay with me though, they will come soon
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