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📬📬 BOOK MAIL!! 📬📬 Join us on this Read Along as we work our way through this extraordinary true story I'm Fine by Richard Hall Starting on 1 July 2026, don't miss this! Blurb: In 2024 a gay youth leader was jailed for 22 years. One of his victims tells why it took him two decades to call the police. In 1996, at the age of fourteen, Richard Hall met a man who changed his life. Two and a half decades later, he called the police. As a result, the man was jailed for twenty-two years. This is the story of what came before the police: how a teenage boy who had been hounded at school because he was gay walked into a world where he thought he would be safe, but which he was too inexperienced to navigate. In his naïvety, he believed what happened next was normal, or somehow his fault. Written with honesty, courage, and surprising moments of humour, I'm Fine is both a deeply moving memoir and a powerful warning about predators operating behind the protection of community status.

Yes many times! Life throws some real awful things at a person every now and again. Sometimes you don't have a choice but to face it and be brave!

The Names - Florence Knapp Format: Paperback Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What a chilling tale! What is in a name? Well I can tell you quite a bit especially in this book! We are witnesses to three "names" three very very different outcomes, three incredible stories. @florenceknapp_ takes domestic abuse to another level in this book, an indepth look into how a family was shaped by the actions of everyone. For each timeline or name given to the new born boy you get a look into how that boy's life was drastically changed by the actions of his father and mother. This was haunting tale that left me speechless and I've not stopped thinking about it. Definitely a must read to everyone, check trigger warnings before you do. This will stay with you for some time to come.

Tam's Tale - Michael Findlay Format: Hardcover Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Well what a peculiar story this was! The mix of folk lore and magic had me interested from the first page. I believe that fate is real and this story relates to that in so many ways. @michaelalistairfindlay Skillfully draws you into the story and you can't help but get lost in the pages. The amazing art in the book by @lonericcraven was simply breathtaking, each piece fitting so well with the story as you progress. The journey Tam had to go through to reach his destination was incredible. From the minute he found that eye his life was changed drastically. I loved how he had a support network of friends and helpers who didnt know him from a bar of soap and yet protected him fiercely. I love Mrs Percival she was such a clever character, her fast thinking and nonchalant attitude saved the day on a few occasions and I think Kristine learnt a lot from her. The chaos in Colonia was diabolical, I loved every second of that! The ingenious ways they plans was set in motion and the trickery involved left me speechless. This was a great story and would highly recommend to fantasy fans.

Funny Story - Emily Henry Format: Audiobook Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I mean this was just the best thing I've read in a while!! Absolute joy! I have no idea where Waning Bay is but I'm moving there tomorrow because Miles, oh yes Miles, he is just a dream isn't he? I loved the banter between him and Daphne and this whole tale felt like a fairytale! What possibly more can a girl want. This was choas and sobering reality at the same time, the most fun I've had in a while, while reading a book. The story was unique and endearing and kept me entertained all the way through! Great read, highly recommend!

Mrs Percival and Kristine of course! It would be so exciting to see how they made Colonia better wouldn't it?

Capital Crime 2026 Two days later I am still buzzing!! This was definitely one of the highlights of the year! I loved every second! Made new friends, met fantastic authors, found new books and authors and made a million memories that will never fade! I can't believe how unbelievably lucky I am to have been able to do this, a dream come true!

The River Muse - Laura Resau Format: Digital Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This was incredible! The writing combined with the setting made for an enchanted read. @lauraresau has the incredible ability to make a story come alive! Her descriptive writing painted a very vivid picture in my mind and it was like I was there in the French Countryside along with Callie. This had a magical feel to it and it definitely helped with breaking the tension because there were some very hard topics discussed in the book. What I appreciate was the fact that the story highlights the fact that you don't have to accept your circumstances and there is always a way out. My emotions were all over the place while reading this, a sign of a great book in my opinion! Fantastic read - you will find hope and found family and even romance in this book, a great read that I would highly recommend.

Day 3 Capital Crime!! Oh my days what an amazing last day!! My little book heart is full to the brim ( and I need another bookshelf!!) Thank you to each author for taking the time and spending it with crazy fans like us!! @darrensully @martynwaites4847 @lucavestewriter @heatherjfitt @juliecohenauthor @mazevansauthor @lucyfoleyauthor @jeffrey_archer_author @jackreacherbooks @capitalcrime1 and @goldsborobooks @goldsboro_crimecollective thank you from the bottom of my heart!!! And most important of them all my twinie, the other half of the double 00 blonde duo @emmasheehanwriter . This was the best 3 days ever!! Love ya!!!

I mean I am stressing on behalf ot them right now! There are so many tiny things that can go qeong and at the same time it seems they have the luck of the God's on their side so maybe this will all work out regardless.

Day 2 Capital Crime!! What an amazing day! So many incredible authors and books!! I am literally in heaven right now!!! @tmloganauthor @jocallaghankat @lucyrosecreates @essie_fox_author @neil_lancaster_crime @clarelesliehall @martynwaites4847 @m_j_arlidge @lisajewelluk @sabinedurrant

At work I have to open the mail that is addressed to the business and the directors - but it is all work related. A private letter like the one Veronica had received is a different story, I would never and I think what Lizzie did was disgusting.

Day 1 of Capital Crime Festival and it was AMAZING!! The discussions were great and met @ellygriffiths17 and @clairedouglasauthor, both such great authors, loved having a chat. Had the best time with @emmasheehanwriter - such an amazing friend!!! I am so excited for tomorrow!!!

All The Light We Cannot See - Anthony Doerr Format: Audiobook Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This was an interesting read. The writing was beautiful and Anthony captures the surroundings so vividly, if you close your eyes you can create a magnificent picture and almost hear those sounds. So here is the thing the back and forth between timeliness got a bit confusing for me and I honestly still don't get really what the book was about. Although it was moving and tugged at the heart strings it was missing something that should grab my attention. As far as historical fiction goes - it was good but not great for me.

I could probably colour my hair black and cut it short - that will be a big change as it is blond and long.