Bianca Phipps’ debut poetry collection Crown Noble is a genuine and raw account of life and how our experiences shape who we are as people. The collection covers topics such as grief, guilt, family and identity – topics that have been discussed timelessly in poetry, but this collection really stood out for me. It is… Continue reading Crown Noble Review | Books and Baking
The Child Who Never Was Review | Books and Baking
This twisty page turner is a chilling psychological thriller! From a captivating prologue, to an ending you will be stunned by, The Child Who Never Was is an interesting read that you need to add to your tbr! Her child has been taken. But no-one believes her. Sarah’s beautiful eighteen-month-old son, Oliver, has gone missing.… Continue reading The Child Who Never Was Review | Books and Baking
6 Affordable Ways to Read | Books and Baking
We all know that there is nothing better than settling down with a good book, but if we are being honest, they can be bloody expensive! My bookshelves definitely expanded during my English undergraduate and I've definitely bought loads during lockdown too, so I think I've got a few helpful tips on buying/reading affordable books.… Continue reading 6 Affordable Ways to Read | Books and Baking
Imperfect Women Review | Books and Baking
Araminta Hall's new novel is a captivating read, intertwining friendship and betrayal with love and loss. Imperfect Women was a thought provoking read and definitely one to add to your TBR! From the author of Our Kind of Cruelty comes an enthralling, irresistible novel of psychological suspense about three women and the destructive power of… Continue reading Imperfect Women Review | Books and Baking
July Wrap Up | Books and Baking
This month I managed to read 6 physical books and even squeeze in an audiobook! I've definitely got a newfound love for audiobooks and I enjoyed practically all of my reads this month. I've read 7 books a month since May which I am extremely happy about, maybe in August I can manage 8! I… Continue reading July Wrap Up | Books and Baking
Divergent Review | Books and Baking
I absolutely loved Divergent! It was fast paced and a real page turner. I've watched the film countless times but I've never read the book (I know, not a typical bookstagram move). Although I usually read the book before watching the film, this was not the case with Divergent, and it did not disappoint. In… Continue reading Divergent Review | Books and Baking
I Broke My Book Buying Ban: Mini Book Haul
So after looking at my gigantic TBR I decided I needed to go on a book buying ban. But you know when you are mindlessly browsing for books (which you really know you shouldn't do but can't help) and see something that is such a good deal you can't not buy it? That's what happened.… Continue reading I Broke My Book Buying Ban: Mini Book Haul
Choc & Nut Biscuits | Books and Baking
Chocolatey and crunchy, these choc nut biscuits are not only delicious but really simple to make. If you're looking for a chocolatey bake, this one is for you! The simplicity of this recipe comes from the fact that shortbread is only three ingredients: flour, butter and sugar. The cocoa powder is just an added bonus… Continue reading Choc & Nut Biscuits | Books and Baking
Good Girl, Bad Blood Review | Books and Baking
Holly Jackson’s powerhouse of a novel A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is followed by another brilliantly addictive novel. Good Girl, Bad Blood is amazing…sequels don’t get much better than this! Pip Fitz-Amobi is not a detective anymore. With the help of Ravi Singh, she released a true-crime podcast about the murder case they solved… Continue reading Good Girl, Bad Blood Review | Books and Baking
Turtles All The Way Down Review | Books and Baking
Turtles All The Way Down is not a mystery that briefly mentions mental health, it foregrounds mental health and places the mystery in the background. For me, it was an amazing read and I could not rate it any lower than 5 stars. This review has no spoilers! It all begins with a fugitive billionaire… Continue reading Turtles All The Way Down Review | Books and Baking
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