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This Is Where I Am by Karen Campbell
5.0
I'm not much of a one for writing reviews, nor do I tend to read them. With this novel, I felt compelled to say a few words. There is something about Karen Campbell's writing that makes me read long into the night and never want to put the book down. This is my third by this author since discovering her work a few weeks ago.
"This Is Where I Am" is one of those once-in-a-lifetime rarities; a precious jewel of a book which will stay with me forever. The many themes include history of various popular landmarks in Glasgow, immigrants/asylum seekers/refugees, bereavement and loss, mental health, the power of friendship and the strength of the human spirit. The characters have authentic voices and the language is teeming wi guid Glesga patter. I cannot recommend this book highly enough and found it particularly relevant in the current climate of Brexit and Trump. Please read it and buy a copy for everyone you know. It's stunning.
"This Is Where I Am" is one of those once-in-a-lifetime rarities; a precious jewel of a book which will stay with me forever. The many themes include history of various popular landmarks in Glasgow, immigrants/asylum seekers/refugees, bereavement and loss, mental health, the power of friendship and the strength of the human spirit. The characters have authentic voices and the language is teeming wi guid Glesga patter. I cannot recommend this book highly enough and found it particularly relevant in the current climate of Brexit and Trump. Please read it and buy a copy for everyone you know. It's stunning.
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
5.0
Not the first time I've read this, nor will it be the last. I needed it today. Thank you Paulo.
Phoebe Jeebies and The Man Who Annoyed Everybody by Ryan Bracha
5.0
Bracha is the undisputed King of deepest, darkest humour (so much so that one almost imagines he'll turn out to be a serial killer hiding in plain sight) but there's an unexpected beauty to this book too. I really enjoyed it and struggled to put it down. I feel an impending book hangover coming with this one and would love to see more of this cast of characters in the future.
The Lie by C.L. Taylor
5.0
Really enjoyed this and much preferred it to the bestsellers it's compared to in the description here. Accurate exploration of the intricacies of female friendships and plenty of intrigue to make it a real page turner.