Editorial reviews

This is an accomplished and addictive story told with real humanity, warmth and infectious love for the characters. Highly recommended.

What are O’Farrell’s instructions for a heatwave? In an emergency, step away from the heat, return to the source, and lay old bones to rest.

A witty tongue-in-cheek frolic about what it means to be from really old money and what it’s like to be crazy rich.

In vivid, short bursts of sentences, he follows the internal stream-of-consciousness of his characters, wrapping the reader in words. His writing is gutsy and controlled, powerful in its focus.

This is a book, therefore, about a young girl walking on that line. It yearns for innocence, yet fills its pages with the all-too-knowing.

At its best, “The Deserters” has much to say about soldier’s hearts.

There is plenty of truth; and yes, there is beauty in it, even when it is shot through with ugliness. The resultant mix is formidable indeed.

I read And the Mountains Echoed in a single sitting – it is an absorbing read from a master story teller. But I wonder how long it will stay with me.

The novel settles into an old-fashioned coming-of-age story.

Carly and Tiger are a sweet coupling and I appreciate the social commentary wrapped up in a sexy paranormal romance.

Someday, Someday, Maybe is an energetic and fast paced tale of chasing ambitions and following your dreams.

There was a lack of character growth and/or emotional satisfaction.

This is a great beach, escape and chick lit read!

It’s a strong start to an intriguing series, and I look forward to seeing where Mead goes with the ideas and seeds she’s planted, just as much as I look forward to seeing the discussions it sparks.

One of the blurbs on the back describes it as “catchy, like a hit song,” which seems just about right.

The Woman Upstairs shows human nature in its full messiness and inconsistency.

Reminiscent of the uncanny fear Dan Simmons is capable of instilling in his writing, Alex Grecian’s The Black Country is worth a spot on your summer reading list.

Readers will eventually be caught up in Beard's thoughtful portrayal of life after war and her careful consideration of how all these families --- even those whose husbands returned home --- remained ever changed.

I just can’t thank Josh Hanagarne enough for an outstanding literary experience that rates no less than 10 stars out of five.