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Contemporary Fiction

Join me to lose yourself in the intricate tapestry of contemporary fiction, where compelling characters navigate the complexities of the modern world.

In this section you’ll find book reviews for thought-provoking stories that mirror our present-day realities and captivate your imagination.

Discover your next read!

Book Review: Let The Bells Ring Out by Milly Johnson

October 24, 2025
Hardback copy of Let the Bells Ring Out by Milly Johnson, a blue festive book cover featuring a steam train travelling through a snowy landscape with fairy lights glowing around it.

I’m delighted to be sharing my thoughts about Let the Bells Ring Out by Milly Johnson. This beautifully written festive …

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Categories Contemporary Fiction, Fiction Book Reviews, Romantic Fiction

Book Review: The Italian Flame by Rosanna Ley

July 1, 2025
A hand holds a copy of The Italian Flame by Rosanna Ley against a vibrant garden background. The book cover shows a sun-drenched terrace with two chairs and a table overlooking a coastal Italian scene, with flowers and the sea in the distance. Purple and white daisies bloom around the foreground, adding a summery vibe.

The Italian Flame is a beautifully told story of love, loss, and the ways we try to make peace with …

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Categories Contemporary Fiction, Fiction Book Reviews

Book Review: Damaged Beauty Joey Superstar by Margaret Gardiner

January 6, 2026April 4, 2025
Book cover for "Damaged Beauty: Joey Superstar" by Margaret Gardiner. The cover features a close-up of a woman with tousled blonde hair partially covering her face, teary eyes, and a sultry expression, set against a dark background. Below the title, it reads: "A Sexy Stylish Blockbuster" in sleek, modern typography.

We’re delighted to be sharing Laura’s thoughts about Damaged Beauty: Joey Superstar by Margaret Gardiner. Amazon Goodreads Waterstones Josaphina Brinkley …

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Categories Contemporary Fiction, Fiction Book Reviews

Casa Paradiso by Francesca Scanacapra : a review

January 26, 2025November 29, 2024
book cover for Casa Paradiso by Francesca Scanacapra

I’m delighted to be sharing Laura’s thoughts about Casa Paradiso by Francesca Scanacapra. Goodreads Amazon Lombardy, Northern Italy, 1637 Cristó …

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Categories Contemporary Fiction, Fiction Book Reviews

The Child I Long For by Caroline Finnerty : a review

January 25, 2025September 27, 2024
book cover for The Child I Long For by Caroline Finnerty. A young child in a blue top with a sad face dominates the cover

I’m delighted to be sharing Elena’s thoughts about The Child I Long For by Caroline Finnerty. Goodreads Amazon Emily is …

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