It is that time of the year again when we all start writing lists... So here are my Best Books of 2019. At the bottom of each review I publish, I include a relative rating for The Story and The Writing. This makes pulling these end of year lists together so much easier, and I think ensures … [Read more...]
September – October 2019 Book Releases to add to your Reading Wishlist
September and October 2019 is peak season in the publishing industry, so book lovers are spoilt for choice when it comes to new book releases. I will do a quick recap of some of the blockbuster new fiction releases and then take a closer look at the titles I am particularly looking forward … [Read more...]
July – August 2019 Book Releases to add to your Reading Wishlist
When it comes to fiction scheduled for publication in July and August 2019, we readers really are spoiled for choice. This list features 12 books that have particularly caught my eye, including highly anticipated new titles from bestselling authors such as Adrian McKinty and Kate Forsyth, … [Read more...]
Long Books to Get Lost In: 24 of my most memorable long novels
In the context of the busy lives most of us lead these days, the opportunity to dive into a long book can feel as good as a holiday. Guilt-free, uninterrupted time to devote to reading is one of the simpler pleasures in life, and I consider myself lucky to have developed an appreciation for it … [Read more...]
My Best Books of 2018 and 2019 Reading Resolutions
A short and snappy year-end reading wrap-up! I read and reviewed 44 books in 2018 (40 fiction, 4 non-fiction) and we featured another 20 titles. Of the 44 titles we reviewed, 35 were published in 2018. That means a big tick for my New Release Challenge 2018 target level of New Release Pro … [Read more...]
PM Literary Awards nominees name their best books of 2018
What was the best book you read this year? Prime Minister’s Literary Awards nominees share their 2018 highlights ~ Michelle de Kretser, shortlisted for the Fiction prize for The Life to Come: A standout book from 2018 was No Friend But The Mountains by journalist and Manus Island detainee … [Read more...]
Top 25 Australian Book Blogs
A momentary break in regular programming to share a little news. Booklover Book Reviews has been included in Feedspot's list of Top 25 Australian Book Blogs As this website, and much-beloved hobby of mine, nears its 9th anniversary, I've been reflecting upon all that I have learned on the … [Read more...]
Top International Reads of 2017
I read 54 titles this year -- 20 books by Aussie Authors and the remainder we'll term 'International Reads'. Top International Reads of 2017 Of the 34 international reads, we awarded two titles our highest rating: Montpelier Parade by Karl Geary -- ★★★★★ "The prose within Montpelier Parade is … [Read more...]