July 2018 - Shalini's Books & Reviews

The Silent Sister by Shalini Boland

July 31, 2018July 18, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review The book started fabulously with an old faded envelop found by the cat sticking out of the floorboards in the kitchen. The doors were closed, how did the envelop get there? Lizzy was shocked and fearful. And the story continued on with her getting more such messages about someone keeping a watch on … Continue reading The Silent Sister by Shalini Boland

The Getaway Girls by Dee MacDonald

July 30, 2018July 17, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review Connie was back along with her need for adventure. My second book by author Dee MacDonald, had me reading about the travels of Connie in a motor home along with acquaintances-turned-friends, Maggie and Gill. The story had the girls going on a journey from UK to Italy, in search of Connie's roots, with … Continue reading The Getaway Girls by Dee MacDonald

The Bakery at Seashell Cove by Karen Clarke

July 29, 2018July 18, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review There are some books which must be read when one is sad. This is one such feel-good book which makes the heart go ga-ga over love and CAKES. Meg is the baker of Seashell Cove, but the bakery needs a new owner for her to bake her cakes and run it. Her fiancé … Continue reading The Bakery at Seashell Cove by Karen Clarke

Song for a Lost Kingdom by Steve Moretti #excerpt

July 28, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Spotlight, Digital Reads Blog Tours

Book Spotlight I have read the book, and it is written well. Sharing the book excerpt from Song for a Lost Kingdom by Steve Moretti Bloggers who would like to join the blog tour from Sept 10 - 15, fill the form here Book Excerpt Scotland, 1746 KATHARINE’S ONLY CONCERN was for the new life … Continue reading Song for a Lost Kingdom by Steve Moretti #excerpt

An Open Letter

July 28, 2018July 28, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Musings

I don't like opening my heart I don't like sharing my feelings I don't like letting someone in I don't like wondering about well being Yet that happens I know you are busy But I miss you I know you are doing stuff But I miss you I know you have lots happening But I … Continue reading An Open Letter

Interview with Author T. A. Barua

July 28, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Spotlight, Digital Reads Blog Tours, Interviews

It is the end of the blog tour of the book Arcacia and I am back with a serious Q&A session with the esteemed author T. A. Barua. It is difficult to write a children's fantasy, and I wanted to know how she achieved it. Tell me something about yourself, who is T.A. Barua? First, … Continue reading Interview with Author T. A. Barua

My Reality

July 28, 2018July 28, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Musings

I am not SPAM, contrary to what WordPress and Akismet believe!! Please do check your spam folder regularly, guys And Spam folder on the mail too.... sighhhh... That's all for today!!

Gracie’s Secret by Jill Childs

July 27, 2018July 17, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review I picked up this book as the cover was extremely enticing. A mother's intense love for her child was the core root of this story. The story started with a phone call asking the mother Jen to come to the hospital where her 3 year old Gracie was admitted after the vehicular accident. … Continue reading Gracie’s Secret by Jill Childs

An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena

July 26, 2018July 28, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review A enthralling murder mystery from author Shari Lapena, this whodunit kept me fully engrossed from the first to the last page. I have enjoyed all her books. They are good fun to read without requiring too much concentration. This books started with a lot of characters that got confusing. I had to … Continue reading An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena

A Posy of Promises by Sharon Dempsey

July 25, 2018July 16, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review 3 women of 3 generation Grandmom Maggie, absentee mother Scarlett, daughter Ava 3 best friends Ava, Niamh, Cal 3 boyfriends (not at the same time) Finlay, Ben, Joseph A Posy of Promises by author Sharon Dempsey was full of potential in premise, lacking in delivery, at least for me. The book started with … Continue reading A Posy of Promises by Sharon Dempsey

One Little Lie by Sam Carrington

July 24, 2018July 15, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review Disclaimer: I am not very fond of books which do not keep me in suspense or allow me to play Detective. My first book by author Sam Carrington, it was an okay read. I already knew all the characters, it was just a matter of placing them in their respective slots in the … Continue reading One Little Lie by Sam Carrington

Cover Reveal and Blog Tour September 3rd - 8th #thriller #psychologicalsuspense #mystery

July 24, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Spotlight, Digital Reads Blog Tours

Hey guys, I am so excited to bring to you my first Cover Reveal on August 17th and blog tour from September 3 - 8. I have read the book (I am one of the first few readers) and it is fast paced, thrilling, and with unexpected twists. A total roller coaster ride!! You know what … Continue reading Cover Reveal and Blog Tour September 3rd - 8th #thriller #psychologicalsuspense #mystery

Katy’s Choice by J. L. Leslie

July 23, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Spotlight

The author spotlight on Digital Reads Alcove is J. L. Leslie with her book Katy's Choice. Book blurb I left home seven years ago, trying to pursue my dream. California was going to give me everything. Life. A career. Money. I had no idea how quickly a dream could turn into a nightmare. A motorcycle … Continue reading Katy’s Choice by J. L. Leslie

Arcacia by T A Barua

July 23, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Book Spotlight, Digital Reads Blog Tours, Fiction

The second blog tour by my company Digital Reads Blog Tours. I bring to you Arcacia by author T. A. Barua, a children's fantasy which captures imagination and dreams. My review A book which would take a child into realms of mystical creatures is always fun to read. It is not frequent that one comes … Continue reading Arcacia by T A Barua

Follow Me Home by D. K. Hood

July 22, 2018July 16, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review Another great mystery-police procedural by author D. K. Hood. It took me some time to start liking the story as the initial chapters described how the paedophiles lured, kidnapped, and abused 13/14 year old children for years and killed them. That turned my stomach upside down. Once the team of detectives from the … Continue reading Follow Me Home by D. K. Hood

Blog Tour September 24 - 29 #fantasy #digitalreadsblogtours

July 21, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Spotlight, Digital Reads Blog Tours

Hey guys!! I am back with a new blog tour. A fantasy in a book store. Digital Reads Blog Tours - http://www.digitalreadsblogtours.wordpress.com Interested bloggers - kindly put your name in the comments section along with 2 dates for the tour. New bloggers - kindly fill the contact page of Digital Reads Blog Tours. Digital Reads … Continue reading Blog Tour September 24 - 29 #fantasy #digitalreadsblogtours

Song for a Lost Kingdom by Steve Moretti #CoverReveal #bookblurb

July 21, 2018December 1, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Spotlight, Digital Reads Blog Tours

Sharing with all of you the cover and book blurb of this historical fantasy by author Steve Moretti Book Blurb Music is not bound by time... Adeena Stuart is a struggling cellist ready to give up on her dream of landing a spot with the National Arts Centre Orchestra. All that changes when she receives … Continue reading Song for a Lost Kingdom by Steve Moretti #CoverReveal #bookblurb

Love, Lies, and Wedding Cake by Sue Watson

July 20, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review What a 'bruddy' brilliant book!! Ms. Watson has done it again, given a book so full of love, laughter, and ridiculously loving characters. The warmth Sue Watson's writing exudes literally lights up my day. Even a heart soaked in pain finds solace and a way to smile with this book. "Death is not … Continue reading Love, Lies, and Wedding Cake by Sue Watson

The Chosen Ones by Carol Wyer

July 19, 2018July 15, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review DI Robyn Carter is back with her team with a new murder and a new twist in her personal investigation about her dead husband. The book travels the twists and turns as author Carol Wyer's generally does. The forensics are tight and extensive. The plot is well thought of and unexpected. Robyn Carter … Continue reading The Chosen Ones by Carol Wyer

The Sister Swap by Fiona

July 18, 2018July 15, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review The story goes thus Meg and Sarah are estranged for nearly 20years except for 2 funeral visits. They don't talk text or mail. There is military silence between them. Till a health scare forces the London city girl Meg to take a break and go to the country and a job break forces … Continue reading The Sister Swap by Fiona

Sticks and Stones by Jo Jakeman

July 17, 2018July 15, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review Some people are just too damaged and there is no rescuing them, however much the heart bleeds for them Three ladies at different parts of town in different age groups in a different lifestyle have only one thing in common —THE MAN The man who manipulates them, who undermines their confidence, who can … Continue reading Sticks and Stones by Jo Jakeman

A Summer Scandal by Kat French

July 16, 2018July 15, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review This was an absolute delightful read with great characters, warm ocean, and a Victorian pier which has its own secrets. Violet comes to Swallow Beach, to know more about her grandmother and her inheritance. She meets Calvin, and there is instant attraction. Her need to make bring the Arcade at the end of … Continue reading A Summer Scandal by Kat French

The Day I Lost You by Alex Sinclair

July 15, 2018July 14, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review I wanted to read a thriller which would knock my socks off (thank you Kim) and this book kinda did with the first scene. The scene in the elevator with the doors partially open and child running out, where the mother couldn't follow and the lift lurching a foot down is so gripping … Continue reading The Day I Lost You by Alex Sinclair

After Nightfall by A. J. Banner

July 14, 2018July 14, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review Who pushed Lauren off the cliff? An enjoyable whodunit where everyone is a suspect. Every character has a twisted character in their past spreading their wicked influence into the present. The line between good and bad wavers. The main character Marissa, once the best friend of Lauren, finds herself swaying from one secret … Continue reading After Nightfall by A. J. Banner

Don’t Make a Sound by David Jackson

July 13, 2018July 8, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews

My review I am stating it upfront. This book was not for me. I don't like books where I am told the identity of kidnapper right at the beginning without me getting to play the Detective!! 3 girls plucked away from their home settings and boarded up as prisoners and police befuddled and soon investigation … Continue reading Don’t Make a Sound by David Jackson

What Lies Below by Barbara Taylor Sissel

July 12, 2018July 8, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review A review is generally the encapsulation of the journey the book takes you on. I love books which take me on a wild journey leaving the realities behind. This book took me to the edge of precipice and left me there. It didn't allow me to fly. I have read books by Barbara … Continue reading What Lies Below by Barbara Taylor Sissel

The Accusation by Zosia Wand

July 11, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review This review is dedicated to all you wonderful mothers who love and protect your kids and who would sacrifice their entire life for them!! You ask me - why this sudden dedication on a book review? Am I so sentimental? No!! I am scared stiff!! This book had a mother who was psychotic, … Continue reading The Accusation by Zosia Wand

When I Find You by Emma Curtis

July 10, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review I liked the brilliance of the plot. I like the convoluted roadway to the identity. I liked the anger and suspense of the situation. I liked the helplessness and fear of the main character. I liked the moral dilemma which the concept threw out. Laura goes home with a man wearing a pink … Continue reading When I Find You by Emma Curtis

What Happened That Night by Sandra Block

July 9, 2018July 8, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews

My review I loved the premise of the book A lost memory of the rape + transformation from pretty girl + the video of rape resurfacing + stress seizures = THE REVENGE This book resonated with me because of the concept of the plot, the lone vigilante. Dahlia as the tattooed paralegal just seems to … Continue reading What Happened That Night by Sandra Block

The Perfect Friend by Barbara Copperthwaite

July 8, 2018July 6, 2018 by Shalini, posted in Book Reviews, Fiction

My review Is it me or is it the book? I fail to understand... I do not know what to say about this book. I liked the premise and the story line. I liked the twists and the fast pace. I liked how anorexia and bulimia is dealt with. I liked how the author Barbara … Continue reading The Perfect Friend by Barbara Copperthwaite

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