The Book Lovers' Delight!
I like to think that this book is one of those that you know you will enjoy, but don't expect it to become one of your hits of the year. Come join me in this book review and see if you agree. Blurb The Kosher Delhi* by Ivan Wainewright introduces us to Vik, a twenty … Continue reading Book Review: The Kosher Delhi by Ivan Wainewright
Hello everybody! I'm really excited to have a different type of story on Joyful Antidotes today. I'd love to know what you think about it in the comments below. Blurb Storytellers* by Bjørn Larssen is set in Iceland in March 1920. Gunnar is a goldsmith who lives his life as a hermit, and is perfectly happy to … Continue reading Book Review: Storytellers by Bjørn Larssen
How do you feel about a romance novel where you know before starting that things don't work out in the end? I wasn't too sure before but then I read Another Shot and discovered what an interesting read this can be. Blurb Another Shot by Stephen Anthony Brotherton tells the story of Freddie and Jo-Jo, … Continue reading Book Review: Another Shot by Stephen Anthony Brotherton
I already had the pleasure of reading Charlie Laidlaw's last book. It was great and I was glad to have found myself a new author. Recently, I was lucky enough to be asked to review his latest book. I was even more lucky after reading it because this book is amazing! Blurb The Space Between … Continue reading Book Review: The Space Between Time by Charlie Laidlaw
I've found a gem of a book. But it's dark and disturbing and not for the faint-hearted. Find out exactly what I'm talking about in today's book review. Blurb The Best of Crimes* by K.C. Maher begins with Walter Mitchell walking into a suburban New York police station pleading guilty to the kidnapping of 13-year-old … Continue reading Book Review: The Best of Crimes by K.C. Maher
I've so excited to bring you another Japan-based book. I haven't read any since Made in Japan. This next book I'm bringing to you was worth the wait. Blurb Kaerou Time to Go Home by B. Jeanne Shibahara introduces us to Meryl, a Vietnam War widow. Meryl has never remarried following the death of her husband. She … Continue reading Book Review: Kaerou Time to Go Home by B. Jeanne Shibahara
My last post was a mix of drama and romance. This next post is pure drama. Your kind of thing? Read on. The Burgas Affair by Ellis Shuman is set in the wake of a deadly terrorist attack at Burgas Airport in Bulgaria, Israeli and Bulgarian intelligence agencies launch a joint investigation. Detective Boyko Stanchev on the police … Continue reading Book Review: The Burgas Affair by Ellis Shuman
Long term readers of Joyful Antidotes will remember the weird and wacky stories of Mike Russell: Strungballs and Strange Medicine. I'm back today with a collection of even quirkier stories from the man himself. Nothing Is Strange* by Mike Russell is a collection of twenty short stories that bring the reader on inspiring, magical and unique … Continue reading Book Review: Nothing Is Strange by Mike Russell
Hello everybody! How are you today? Thanks for stopping by and checking out Joyful Antidotes. I have a book from an indie author that I'd like to share. Chasing Rainbows NYC by Eve Wing focuses on Ariella, a writing teacher who is also focusing on her own novel. Ariella has relationships with Jessie and Gael, … Continue reading Book Review: Chasing Rainbows NYC by Eve Wing
Everybody, the boys are back in town. That's right, those cheeky Scoundrels. Scoundrels: The Hunt for Hansclapp (Scoundrels #2)* by James Peak and Duncan Crowe brings us the second volume of memories from Major Cornwall and Major Trevelyan. Our favourite Scoundrels learn there is a rat in their beloved club, one who has been feeding information to their nemesis, Gruber Hansclapp. … Continue reading Book Review: Scoundrels: The Hunt for Hansclapp (Scoundrels #2)* by James Peak and Duncan Crowe
