Category: Books

A Steeping of Blood | A Sequel Fit For Scoundrels | Book Review

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I have read and reviewed the first book in this duology, A Tempest of Tea, on this very website - which you can read here: https://oneshowatatime.co.uk/2024/01/13/a-tempest-of-tea-did-i-consume-this-book-or-did-it-consume-me-book-review/. A Tempest of Tea is a fantastic adventure with loveable characters, brilliantly written chaos and mayhem, and a plot that had me hooked from the word go. The ending … Continue reading A Steeping of Blood | A Sequel Fit For Scoundrels | Book Review

The Ashfire King | A Mesmerising And Fantastic Continuation Of A Series | Book Review

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Previously on this very site, I shared my thoughts on a new fantasy book - The Stardust Thief by Chelsea Abdullah. Now, two years later, I am sharing my thoughts on the sequel, The Ashfire King.  Note: This copy of the book was sent to me from Orbit Books to read and share my thoughts … Continue reading The Ashfire King | A Mesmerising And Fantastic Continuation Of A Series | Book Review

The Ellyrian Code | A Magical, Mischeivious And Wonderous New Epic Fantasy Book | Book Review

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One genre I will never tire of reading is fantasy. A fantastic way to escape our world, to go on adventures and experience things one can only dream of. Epic fantasy in particular is a genre I love - whole new worlds, magic and who knows what magical creatures or folk can be encountered within … Continue reading The Ellyrian Code | A Magical, Mischeivious And Wonderous New Epic Fantasy Book | Book Review

A Year in Books: 2024 Edition – The Good, The Middle Ground…And My Top 3 Books Of The Year!

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Hello friends! Another year coming to an end...I actually can't quite believe at the time of writing this, there is only 13 days left of 2024...where has this year gone? I write book reviews on this page fairly frequently - if you follow my socials or visit my site regularly, you'll know that already. But … Continue reading A Year in Books: 2024 Edition – The Good, The Middle Ground…And My Top 3 Books Of The Year!

I Might Be In Trouble | Darkly Hilarious, Addictive and Emotive | Book Review

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A perfect blend of dark, satirical humour and emotional vulnerability, I Might Be In Trouble is Daniel Aleman’s third novel and one that is very different from his previous two books; an addictive, multi-faceted and highly enjoyable book, I Might Be In Trouble is a brilliant thriller-comedy that truly shows Aleman’s versatility as an author. … Continue reading I Might Be In Trouble | Darkly Hilarious, Addictive and Emotive | Book Review

All About You | A heartwarming, warm hug of a book. A book for the hopeless romantics. | Book Review

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A lighthearted romance featuring fake dating, childhood ‘enemies’ to lovers, with adorable characters to warm your hearts? Sounds like a recipe for a wonderful romance book to me - All About You by Shaina Veronica.  I was fortunate enough to have been sent an e-arc of this book to read and review before the release, … Continue reading All About You | A heartwarming, warm hug of a book. A book for the hopeless romantics. | Book Review

There Are Rivers In The Sky | A mesmerizing, unique and unforgettable story | Book Review

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An intricately woven journey, There are Rivers in the Sky is Elif Shafak’s newest book, coming out on the 8th of August. An entrancing, moving, and unforgettable book, it may not even be a bold statement to say this is a contender for one of Shafak’s best books to date. Book: There Are Rivers In … Continue reading There Are Rivers In The Sky | A mesmerizing, unique and unforgettable story | Book Review

Hiding Him | A Cosy, Endearing and Heartwarming Read | Book Review

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Adam Hattan who is primarily known for his YouTube channel, is now putting pen to paper with his debut novel, Hiding Him. I was fortunate enough to have been sent a copy of the book in advance of the release, and I had such a wonderful time reading it! A cosy, endearing and heartwarming read, … Continue reading Hiding Him | A Cosy, Endearing and Heartwarming Read | Book Review

Jaded | A Truthful, Impactful and Crucial Book | Book Review

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Fiction can be a great form of escapism, yes, but it can also be a fantastic tool to tell crucial stories and to help people gain further insight and understanding into human emotions and complexities. Into lives that are unlike their own. Jaded, the debut novel from Ela Lee, is one such book that tells … Continue reading Jaded | A Truthful, Impactful and Crucial Book | Book Review