The Spy by Paulo Coelho . Review

This is a novel based on true life events of the life of famous woman Mata Hari. From the gripping opening chapter to the sad and though provoking end , this is a story you won't forget . 

Mata Hari was pushing boundaries in her love and social life from the beginning of her life as a young woman , she would meet many wealthy men and make the most of these acquaintances getting material items , money and information when she could , but the tide turned on her , she became notorious , and suspicion was cast against her. Told with compassion  and honesty , this would make a great read for those non fiction book readers out there and for anyone interested in great women of the past . 

I received this book for review from the lovely people over at Lovereading.co.uk

This book is being published November 2016 and will be available from Lovereading and all other good bookstores then. 

Below please find a link to the lovereading website:

https://www.lovereading.co.uk/

Mini In my mailbox

This awesome book by Ross Armstrong arrived in my mailbox yesterday . The Watcher is the story about one home owners building and a woman who is watching all that goes on there with its residents  . I have already started this and it is really good!!!!

The Book Of Hygge by Louisa Thomsen Brits

This is a beautiful hardback copy of this exquisite book explaining the Danish way of life called Hygge. From the simple and pleasant outer cover to the beautifully elegant interior this book is one to take your time over . If you enjoy photography sprinkled throughout your reading material then you are going to enjoy this immensely .

 I think this is the perfect time of year to read this book as it centres around feeling cosy and taking joy from simple things in life to gain the most felling of being contented . I don't know about you but Autumn and Winter in Ireland tend to be quite grim months weather wise , the idea of making your surroundings a place to give you comfort , relaxation and peace is just what you need when there is a gale howling outside . 

This book explains well how to put Hygge into practise during every part of your day , wherever you are , and who ever you are with. It is small things making big differences . I put this idea into practise and it did make me feel different . Lighting a candle at mealtimes , Finishing a cup of tea slowly rather then forgetting about it half way through and doing something I had previously forgotten about. It's about taking a few minutes or more if you can and being aware of what's around you, enjoying the moment. Then building these moments up each day until they become part of your routine.

I really could go on and on about this book but what I really recommend is reading it yourself  or maybe give it as a gift to a loved one. 

Goodreads

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29537167-the-book-of-hygge

Losing it by Emma Rathbone . Review

When Julia Greenfield gets the chance to visit her aunt in North Carolina she quickly gets used to the idea if somewhat reluctant at first. Julia's life is in no way what she expected it would be when she was younger . A twenty something virgin who is spending the majority of her time daydreaming about her youth and where her current life is going. A change of scenery is just what this young woman  needs . If you ever wondered what members of your family are really like then this is the book for you as we see Julia get to know her aunt Viv who she never really knew at all . The story was enlightening with colourful flawed characters dealing showing perceptions we sometimes have of other people and the expectations we put on ourselves that society encourages . 

I received this book for review from the lovely people over at Lovereading.co.uk.

This book is being published October 2016 and will be available from Lovereading and all other good bookstores . 

Below please find a link for his book on the Lovereading website where you can also read reviews and more information .

https://www.lovereading.co.uk/

Reading This Week

Hello there! Happy Monday! This week will consist of two review books and lots of finishing up other books . The last few weeks ,through no fault of any book,  I found it very hard to concentrate . If you are normally a daily reader like me you know how much of a nuisance this can be when you lose your stride . Anyway I have high hopes for this week ,and look out for reviews of the books mentioned throughout the week, you are going to want to add some of these to your TBR list. 

The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George

At Knots End by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

The Book Of Hygge

Under A Pole Star by Stef Penney

Losing It by Emma Rathbone

Mini Review Book Haul

Happy mail today in the form of these two beautiful looking books curtesy of www.lovereading.co.uk

Losing it by Emma Rathbone

Under A Pole Star by Stef Penney

Autumn Book Haul

I read more in Autumn and Winter then any other seasons and as I like to crochet a lot too around this time of year I love a good audiobook to listen to as I happily hook away . Here are some of the books I have on my audio shelf for times when my hands are busy with yarn . 

Knitlandia

Knitting Pearls

Knitting Yarns

At Knits End