A curly hair ginger girl sitting on a beach surrounded by books, reading, with a small puppy dog by her side.

Between the Pages

A Literary Journey Through Book Reviews

  • Isola

    A beautifully written historical novel exploring faith, survival, grief and the fight to maintain control over your own life Read more

  • Seven Reasons To Murder Your Dinner Guests

    Seven dinner guests. Seven mysterious letters. Seven dates of death. Seven Reasons to Murder Your Dinner Guests had me guessing right until the end, with unexpected connections, suspicious characters and a twist I genuinely didn’t see coming. Read more

  • Finding Greyfriars Bobby

    A heart-warming tale of friendship, determination and one very special dog. Finding Greyfriars Bobby follows Dave Hunter on an unexpected journey to uncover the final resting place of the dog his family once cared for, taking him through research, discoveries and plenty of twists and turns along the way. A lovely story that reminds us… Read more

  • The Deep and the Drowned (Cutlass and Crow #1)

    *Advanced Reader Copy* An ambitious seafaring fantasy filled with powerful mages, ancient gods, and expansive world-building. While Ian Green creates a vivid and immersive setting, I personally struggled to connect with the story’s pacing and repetitive structure. Although it wasn’t the right fantasy for me, readers who enjoy action-packed adventures across richly imagined worlds may… Read more

  • Legends & Lattes

    Legends & Lattes is a warm and enchanting cosy fantasy that swaps epic battles and dangerous quests for coffee, friendship, and finding a place to belong. Following Viv, an orc who leaves behind her life as a warrior to open the world’s first coffee shop, Travis Baldree creates a charming story about second chances, unexpected… Read more

  • Does a bad ending ruin an otherwise brilliant book? 

    A brilliant book can take us on an unforgettable journey, but what happens when the final pages leave us disappointed? From rushed conclusions and unanswered questions to endings that divide readers, a poor ending can completely change how we remember a story. But can one chapter really undo hundreds of pages of incredible characters, emotions,… Read more

  • Q&A with TJ Klune 

    Last week, my book club had the incredible opportunity to sit down with bestselling author TJ Klune for an exclusive Q&A. From discussing his journey to becoming a writer and the inspiration behind The House in the Cerulean Sea, to revealing details about future projects and sharing advice for aspiring authors, Klune offered an honest,… Read more

  • Britt-Marie Was Here

    What starts as the story of a lonely, set-in-her-ways woman rebuilding her life becomes a touching exploration of friendship, belonging, and second chances. Britt-Marie may be stubborn, blunt, and obsessed with routine, but beneath her prickly exterior is a character impossible not to root for as she discovers that life can still hold surprises, even… Read more

  • Those People Next Door

    What begins as a disagreement between neighbours quickly spirals into something far more sinister. Those People Next Door is a thought-provoking thriller that blends social issues with courtroom drama, keeping you questioning everyone’s motives until the very end. Read more

  • The House in the Cerulean Sea (Cerulean Chronicles #1)

    The House in the Cerulean Sea is a heartwarming cosy fantasy that blends humour, magic and unforgettable characters with powerful themes of acceptance, found family and challenging prejudice. It’s a gentle yet thought-provoking story that reminds us that sometimes the people we’re taught to fear are the ones who teach us the most about love… Read more

  • Murder Off the Page (The Book Club Murders #2)

    *Advanced Reader Copy* Returning to The Book Club Murders felt like catching up with old friends. The familiar cast, another compelling mystery, and Maggie Allswell’s cosy writing style made this a thoroughly enjoyable read. While I found this instalment a little more predictable than the first, it was still an entertaining mystery that kept the… Read more

  • Atmosphere

    Atmosphere is a breathtaking blend of ambition, love, and resilience set against the backdrop of NASA’s 1980s Space Shuttle programme. Taylor Jenkins Reid creates a story that feels both intimate and epic, with a protagonist I couldn’t help but root for. Richly researched, emotionally powerful, and impossible to put down, this is a novel that… Read more

  • The Love Hypothesis

    One of the strongest themes throughout the novel is Olive’s internal struggle between logic and vulnerability. As a scientist, she relies on data, evidence, and hypotheses to understand the world around her. However, as her feelings develop, she discovers that emotions cannot be measured or calculated quite so easily, forcing her to embrace a level… Read more

  • The Knife Maker of Venice

    *Advanced Reader Copy* The Knife Maker of Venice is a well-researched historical fiction set in seventeenth-century Europe, following a young English boy who is captured and sold into slavery in Venice. The story begins slowly, focusing on world-building and character introduction, before building into a more fast-paced and action-driven second half. The sibling relationship between… Read more

  • Artemis

    A fast-paced space heist set in the first city on the Moon, Artemis combines science-fiction, crime, humour, and conspiracy into an entertaining adventure. While it didn’t quite reach the heights of Project Hail Mary for me, Jazz Bashara’s witty narration and the unique lunar setting made this a fun and engaging read from beginning to… Read more

  • The Names

    A beautifully layered novel exploring how one small decision can ripple through an entire lifetime. Thought-provoking, emotional, and quietly devastating, The Names examines identity, family, and the lasting impact of choice through three intertwining timelines. Read more

  • The Wedding People

    What follows is an unexpected story of connection, as Phoebe forms surprising friendships that slowly help her rediscover a reason to live and imagine a different future for herself. The wedding setting creates a striking contrast against Phoebe’s emotional state, with celebration and chaos unfolding alongside grief, loneliness, and quiet humour that lingers in the… Read more

  • Remarkably Bright Creatures

    At its heart, Remarkably Bright Creatures is a story about loss, loneliness, and the quiet ways healing can begin. Through the unlikely friendship between Tova, an aquarium cleaner, and Marcellus the octopus, the novel gently explores how connection can appear in the most unexpected places. Read more

  • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

    A dazzling, scandal-filled journey through the golden age of Hollywood, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is far more than a story about fame and glamour. Beneath the designer gowns, red carpets, and dramatic headlines lies a deeply emotional tale of love, sacrifice, ambition, and identity. Evelyn Hugo is the kind of character who completely… Read more

  • The Wretched Divine (#1)

    *Advanced Reader Copy* A world divided by angels and demons, soul bonds that change lives forever, and a knight forced to question everything she has ever believed. The Wretched Divine delivers a rich high fantasy romance filled with forbidden tension, betrayal, political conflict, and emotional bonds that blur the line between good and evil. Slow… Read more