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My Five Favourite December 2020 Reads

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My 5 Favourite December Reads

I finished the year with a flourish reading eleven books in December including some that have been on my bookshelves or my NetGalley shelf for way too long. I found something to enjoy in all the books I read but there were a few that stood out. Links from each title will take you to my review. You can find a list of all the books I read in 2020 here.  If we’re not already friends on Goodreads, send me a friend request or follow my reviews.

The Diabolical Bones by Bella Ellis – the Brontë sisters turn detective in the second in this historical mystery series

A Time For Swords by Matthew Harffy – the first in a new action-packed series set in the Viking age

The Running Wolf by Helen Steadman – mystery set at the end of the 17th century about the sword makers of Shotley Bridge

The Smallest Man by Frances Quinn – inspired by the true story of Jeffrey Hudson, court dwarf to Queen Henrietta Maria, wife of King Charles I

Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult – a compelling story exploring the issue of racial discrimination which still feels incredibly timely

What were your favourite reads in December? Have you read any of my picks?

My Five Favourite November Reads

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My 5 Favourite November Reads

I read sixteen books in November and, yes, I was surprised with that total as well. In fact, I demanded a recount!  I found something to enjoy in all the books I read but there were a few that stood out. Links from the titles will take you to my reviews. You can find a list of all the books I’ve read so far in 2020 here.  If we’re not already friends on Goodreads, send me a friend request or follow my reviews.

Hell Gate by Jeff Dawson – the third in the author’s Ingo Finch historical thriller series, this time set in early nineteenth century New York. An intrepid hero, interesting location and a twisty plot that cleverly combines fact and fiction – what more could you want?

How To Belong by Sarah Franklin – a tender story about finding your place in the world set in the Forest of Dean.

The Stasi Game by David Young – if we’re to believe the author, the sixth and last (sob!) in the historical crime series featuring East Germany’s People’s Police officer, Captain Karin Müller.

Three Women and a Boat by Anne Youngson – a trip along the canals of England proves a life-changing experience for two women and the narrowboat’s owner.

Imperfect Alchemist by Naomi Miller – the author transforms historical fact into the engrossing story of Mary Sidney, a remarkable woman clearly ahead of her time.

What were your favourite reads in November? Have you read any of my picks?