PURPLE QUEEN FAIRY READS

Synopsis : When Perdita Dylan delivers her baby vegetables to a local hotel and finds that her unpredictable ex-husband, Lucas, has taken over the kitchen, she is horrified - particularly when she discovers he's being groomed as the latest celebrity chef and needs her picturesque, if primitive cottage, and her, in supporting roles. Her life is further complicated when Kitty, her 87-year-old friend, has a stroke. Perdita needs someone to lean on - and Lucas seems so keen to help that she starts to wonder if he's really such a villain. Can she cope with all this alone? Or should she face up to the fact that 'You can't cuddle lettuces'? This is what I say : I believe this is the third or forth book by Katie Fforde that I read.  Initially I didn't quite like her titles but after a book or two, it kinda grow on me and while I will not explicitly seek them out, I would not say no either when her titles presented themselves in front of me. In this case, I ex...

Remember my post here about the Urban Street Library which made an appearance at one of the malls in town? Well, I went back about a week later bringing with me some titles that I have read and was happy exchange them for new title.  It was quite difficult to select but in the end I came home with the following titles. Thyme Out by Katie Fforde.  Read a few of Katie's title.  Didn't like it initially but grew to enjoy what she wrote. The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown. I think I read this title already and actually wanted Inferno but mistakenly thought this was the title I haven't read.  Ah well...maybe will read it again. A Suggestion of Death by Marianne Wesson. This is a wild card/title. Just to see if it's good. The Other Side of the Story by Marian Keyes.  At one time my favourite author.  I still like what she wrote but haven't read any of her titles for quite a while now. So, technically I didn't purchase any new books for the year ye...

image taken from web. credit to the owner The month of May is a rather special month for my country. Specifically, last week, on 10 May 2018, the people voted in a new government.  It's the first time since the country's independence and to say that it's pretty euphoric would be rather mild. May is also the month of celebration for mothers so a special shout out to all mum out there.  May is also when I start the second and final year of what I embarked on last year and it's one of the reason that kept me away from reading but I am enjoying it at the same time. There's lots to do in May cos June is a month of many festive celebrations and holidays so this month is the month to get as much done as possible too. So, let's get to work, May :)

Synopsis : The raw, sexual beauty of Sabrina Leon demands the attention of all who come into contact with her. Plucked from obscurity at the age of 17 she's the new darling of the film scene, bagging lead roles in the hottest blockbusters. But Sabrina Leon has a problem. There's a YouTube sensation that's set to destroy everything she's fought for. Hotshot movie producer Dorian Rasmirez has struggles of his own.  A bitter feud with rival producer and playboy, Harry Greene, has resulted in the plug being pulled on every project he goes near.  Casting Sabrina Leon in his remake of Wuthering Heights is a risk that might cost him. Viorel Hudson was always destined for great things.  Now he's scored a role that every A-lister in Hollywood auditioned for - the brooding Heathcliff.  He may be at the height of his career, but is he ready for his latest role... not to mention his latest co-star? This is what I say : Fame is more Tilly Bagshawe's identity than...

Synopsis : In the backwoods of Mississippi, a hand of honeysuckle and grapevine, Jewel and her husband, Leston, are truly blessed; they have five fine children.  When Brenda Kay is born in 1943, Jewel gives thanks for a healthy baby, last-born and most welcome. Jewel is a story of how quickly a life can change, how, like lightning, an unforeseen event can set us on a course without reason or compass.  This is what I say : Jewel is a wonderful tale of total acceptance and love. It's a heartwarming story of a family and sacrifice and how a mother knows that because of one special child, she has to 'give up' her attention and focus on the other children but never giving up the love. It is also a story on obedience and submission even though a bit unwilling but it was all good at the end.  In a way, I felt the book was a bit too 'smooth' and that the characters were a bit stereotype (in a good way) which made the story a bit mundane here and there but then...

Synopsis : When an elderly multimillionaire is found brutally murdered in his Hollywood home, his young wife raped and beaten, and his art and jewels stolen, the motive seems pretty clear.  Ben when the investigation doesn't turn up a single lead, the case is closed and his stunning widow vanishes. Nearly a decade later, the victim's son, Matt Daley, makes a shocking discovery : three murders identical to his father's have taken place across the globe in recent years.  In each case the widow, the sole beneficiary of the will, donates everything to children's charities. As the case is reopened and another murder is discovered, Matt becomes besotted with the latest widow until she, too, disappears. It's only a matter of time before the killer strikes again. This is what I say : The late S idney Sheldon is truly a master storyteller and my younger self would read his titles over and over and over again with If Tomorrow Comes being an all time favourite....