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Fiction Book Reviews

Looking for fiction book reviews?

We’re sharing our thoughts on not only the latest book releases but backlists too.

We are not affiliated with any particular publishing house or author.  We choose the books we read because they call to us in some way.

I’m a ‘mood reader’ and absolutely love it.  My joy in reading has increased tenfold!

I have two guest reviewers, Laura and Elena.  Between us we enjoy different genres.

Fiction Book Review Genres

You’ll find us sharing our thoughts on these different genres:

  • contemporary fiction
  • crime fiction
  • fantasy
  • historical fiction
  • literary fiction
  • memoir
  • psychological thriller
  • romantic fiction
  • saga
  • science fiction
  • thriller

Our fiction book reviews are all set out the same way.  There is an introductory paragraph (which might only be a couple of sentences) followed by the book cover, publisher and blurb.

Where the book is available to purchase follows next.

Once the basics are shared, you’ll read our reviews.  Some of the reviews are short and succinct, some a little longer.

All three of us having our own ways as to what is actually in the fiction book review, however, all are our personal (and therefore subjective) thoughts.

The review is followed by the author’s biography, which includes links to website and social media platforms.

If you’re an author, publisher or blog tour organiser looking for fiction book reviews then please get in touch.  Find out more on my review policy.

We hope you’ll enjoy reading our fiction book reviews.  We enjoy chatting about books so please get in touch.

Book Review Best Summer Ever by Heidi Swain

April 24, 2025
Paperback of Best Summer Ever by Heidi Swain is on a wooden surface. An ornament of a person sitting crossed legged reading a book is next to the paperback

I’m delighted to be sharing my thoughts about Best Summer Ever by Heidi Swain. Goodreads Amazon Waterstones Hive Books (free …

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Categories Fiction Book Reviews, Romantic Fiction

Book Review: The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown

October 7, 2025April 17, 2025
Cover of The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown. The design features a sepia-toned image of a glamorous woman reclining on an ornate couch, set against a bold gradient background of red fading into golden yellow. A single palm tree is silhouetted on the left. Text reads: “From Biarritz to Cairo, a sweeping and intimate story of love, secrets and the power of friendship.”

I’m delighted to be sharing my thoughts about The Golden Hour by Kate Lord Brown. Goodreads Amazon Hive (free to …

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Categories Fiction Book Reviews, Historical Fiction

Review:  What If I Never Get Over You by Paige Toon, A Modern Day Fairytale

April 16, 2025
A person holds up the book What If I Never Get Over You by Paige Toon outdoors in natural sunlight, with greenery and purple flowers in the background. The book cover features a colorful gradient of blue to orange with sparkler illustrations and glitter-like accents. The tagline reads: "Three days to fall in love. Six years to try to forget."

I’m delighted to be sharing my thoughts about Paige Toon’s What If I Never Get Over You. Goodreads Amazon Hive …

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Categories Fiction Book Reviews, Romantic Fiction

Book Review: The Mystery at Rake Hall by Maureen Paton

April 14, 2025
Book cover of The Mystery at Rake Hall by Maureen Paton, part of the "C.S. Lewis Investigates" series. The title is in bold red and yellow lettering over a moody blue sky, with an illustration of historic Oxford-style buildings below, including domes and spires, evoking a classic mystery atmosphere.

We’re delighted to be sharing Laura’s thoughts about The Mystery at Rake Hall by Maureen Paton. Goodreads Amazon Hive (free …

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Categories Crime Thrillers Mystery, Fiction Book Reviews

Book Review: Damaged Beauty Joey Superstar by Margaret Gardiner

April 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
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