Home by Amanda Berriman

What an absolute riveting and addictive read this book was, so original in the way the story was told from the viewpoint of a sassy little four year old.
Following the exploits of Jesika and her poverty stricken little family, told by Jesika in a really endearing way, this book opened up a whole new world for me, hard to read in some places but sensitively handled, Home describes how the world looks and sounds to a child.
I really sympathised with Tina, and realise unbelieavably how things can spiral out of control.
Not all serious though, there were a couple of lighthearted laugh out loud moments and I will definitely read more by this author.

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Wow, what can I say about this book, I was totally blown away.
When I first met Eleanor Oliphant, like her, I was a bit judgmental of her character and found her odd and slightly annoying, that quickly changed however the more I got to know her, what a sad and beautiful story this was but so full of hope.
The strength of Eleanor was great and  thank heavens for Raymond, another lovely human being, who really helped bring her out of her shell.
I read this book in just over a day and honestly couldn’t put it down, I just needed to see what happened to Eleanor.
The story was well written with great prose and a captivating plot which really tugged the heart strings towards the end.
There were a couple of good laugh out loud moments (the cheese slices incident for one) and the ending, though satisfying, left me wanting more.
I will definitely read more from this Author.

Cold water by Samuel Parker

3*

This book is about a man who did something terrible when he was young and although he served the time, the stain on his soul obviously runs deep because on return to his hometown, he is hounded out and threatened at every turn but unbeknownst to his antagonisers, he has a strange power.
This novel gave me mixed feelings, I enjoyed it until the end where I was left feeling slightly confused and disappointed.
The plot was solid and evenly paced if a bit slow at times, but the language was good and you got a feel for the main characters, however, by the end of the book I was left wondering why things were as they were, what caused Michaels powers and where exactly did they come from, why him?
Too many unanswered questions unfortunately.

Dead Lemons by Finn Bell

Neither the name nor the blurb does this book any justice, I really loved it!
The main character is brilliant, he is in a wheelchair and has a few issues but is really likeable, brave and humourous, the supporting characters are great too, I loved Tai and Patricia whilst equally hating the odd Zoyls.
The plot was suspenseful and fast paced, well written with good descriptions and no rambling, a good blend of seriousness, nostalgia and humour, with a fair bit of fact thrown in and a well placed twist towards the end which I didn’t see coming.
Highly recommended

Best Friends Forever by Margot Hunt

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This story was suspenseful and well written with a good plot twist towards the end which I had started to figure out a little ways before.
Alice is a likeable character, if not a bit sedate but I really liked Kat, at first anyway.
The plot moved at a decent pace, holding my interest for most of the time, and the suspense and betrayal kept me wondering.
Although a bit far fetched, the ending was great and I will read more from this author.

The Woman In The Window by A. J. Finn

I absolutely loved this book, it was so well written, just like an old film noir.
Gripping and claustrophobic at times, you have to feel for agoraphobic Anna, who was a strong and yet pitiful character.
There were so many twists and unexpected turns that I truly didn't know if Anna had gone insane or if she really witnessed what she said she did.
The language was easy to read and the story flowed along at a fast pace, I liked the characters and how the writer portrayed them, especially Anna, who needed to seem weak and yet strong at the same time (and a bit brave/stupid considering all the alcohol she drank with those meds).
I honestly couldn't put this book down and will definitely read more by this author.