March is the first month of spring, but in the UK spring has not sprung. Never mind, we can cheer ourselves up with some good books, there are some brilliant ones around. March was a difficult month for me as I lost my eldest dog and one of my reading buddies Sasha, but books gave me an escape from the sadness. I read eleven books and listened to two audiobooks, although only reviewed one audiobook, the other I will blog soon. All books reviewed this month can be seen below.
It has taken me a while to choose my top three books of March but here is my final decision.
Anna by Amanda Prowse I found to be a very powerful book. The protagonist, Anna, had a very troubled childhood, but was determined to make something of herself, and not to have to rely on anyone else. She is lucky to meet Theo Montgomery, her soulmate, who may have had a privileged childhood but it was just as traumatic for him. However, their relationship does suffer, Anna wants a family of her own but Theo is worried he doesn’t know how to be a father was he was never shown affection. Amanda Prowse is releasing Theo this month so we get the chance to read his side of the story.
Last Letter Home by Rachel Hore is set in the present day and in the 1940’s England and Europe during the War. It follows Briony in the present as she searches for information about her grandfather and his role during WWII. In 1940’s Paul is half German and has come to England with his mother after his father is killed by the Nazi’s. He obviously faces prejudice at this time of turmoils but builds a relationship with Sarah, also just returned to England from India. This is a tour de force, full of historical detail, and a compelling storyline. Rachel Hore remains one of my favourite authors.
The Fear by C L Taylor is a wonderfully chilling psychological thriller. Centred around the difficult subject of grooming it follows Lou, who turns to her home town after the death of her father and decides to face the man who groomed he and abused her eighteen years before. Cally Taylor looks at the ongoing effects of abuse and how it effects not just the abuser and the one being abused, but also those around them. This dark and tense thriller demands all of your attention and puts Cally Taylor on the map as the queen of the psychological thriller.
If you missed any of my reviews have a look and see if there is a book you may like. In April I am looking forward to reading The Muse by Jessie Burton, Hangman by Daniel Cole and The Burning Chambers by Kate Mosse.
Interesting blog posts and blog, wishing you much success. x
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