ELS library assistant Aimee falls for Marissa Meyer's Queen of Hearts origin story, Heartless. This book had me hooked from the first sentence: ‘Three luscious lemon tarts glistened up at Catherine.’ Needless to say, I then had to grab one on my next “essential” shopping trip. I can safely say that throughout reading this book, … Continue reading Book review: Heartless by Marissa Meyer
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Book review: One Dark Throne by Kendare Blake
ELS library assistant Aimee loved Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake (reviewed here) so much that she quickly picked up the sequel, One Dark Throne. Warning: spoilers ahead! The second title in the Three Dark Crowns series begins during the aftermath of the Beltane festival, marking the beginning of the Ascension year which will end … Continue reading Book review: One Dark Throne by Kendare Blake
Book review: Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake
The library may be closed, but to quote the immortal slogan of T-shirts and mugs the world over, 'readers gonna read'. Over the next few weeks, we'll be discussing some of the books that have caught our attention during the lockdown. First up is ELS library assistant Aimee with her review of Kendare Blake's bestselling … Continue reading Book review: Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake
The timeless appeal of Berlie Doherty
There are so many excellent new authors of children’s fiction, but don’t forget those who have been around for a while – they have much to offer. Berlie Doherty has been writing books for children and young people for over three decades, with her next book Haunted Hills due to be published this summer. Her … Continue reading The timeless appeal of Berlie Doherty
Book review: Gloves Off by Louisa Reid
Lily is sixteen and feels utterly trapped.Bullied at school, she doesn’t want to lay her unhappiness at her parents’ door – they have problems of their own. When the kids at school finally go too far, Lily and her family must face reality and decide if she’s going to fight back or remain a victim.But … Continue reading Book review: Gloves Off by Louisa Reid
Book review: The Good Thieves by Katherine Rundell
Vita set her jaw, and nodded at New York City in greeting, as a boxer greets an opponent before a fight.Fresh off the boat from England, Vita Marlowe has a job to do. Her beloved grandfather Jack has been cheated out of his home and possessions by a notorious conman with Mafia connections. Seeing Jack's … Continue reading Book review: The Good Thieves by Katherine Rundell
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