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A collection of book reviews, literary travel journeys and best books set in posts

Literary journeys – Look here for books set in a whole range of locations and settings grouped together

BookTrail of the Month – the best book(trail) an author has taken us on

Literary Packages – what are the best books with a strong sense of setting or location for each month?

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The Mediterranean Island of Lost Girls: by Alex Marwood

  • Submitted: 25th August 2023

The Mediterranean Island of Lost Girls Sun-drenched glamour and obscene wealth hide the darkest of secrets and lost girls. Think of an island unspoilt by the outside world until a…

A Beautiful Rival – Rubenstein and Arden -set in New York City

  • Submitted: 23rd August 2023

The beauty world of Arden and Rubenstein I have little knowledge of the world of makeup and lipsticks but I, like, everyone, has heard of Rubenstein and Arden. This is…

Lie by the Pool in LA – Susan Walter

  • Submitted: 21st August 2023

Lie by the Pool in LA - Susan Walter A homeless woman finds an empty pool house in Los Angeles. Can;t help just resting there for a bit, what harm…

A Bookish Adventure as an Ill-mannered Lady

  • Submitted: 18th August 2023

A Bookish Adventure as an Ill-mannered Lady I don't normally write reviews until I have finished a book but I have to make an exception for this one as I…

The Trap set in Ireland – Catherine Ryan Howard

  • Submitted: 16th August 2023

Catherine Ryan Howard - The Trap This is a fascinating read for so many reasons. It's a darn good book - well written,pacy and immersive. It's inspired by several real…

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