*************My top books of 2021******************

These are books that have earned my special 5** award. They all had that something extra, that something special that to me meant they were a real treasure of a read. They are only in the order that I read them, Im not sure I could put one above the other.

1. The Dressmaker of Paris- Georgia Kauffman.

A real enchaning read that I didnt want to end. A magical read that touched me beyond words. My first 5** and already I had found one of my books of the year.

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/02/the-dressmaker-of-paris-georgia.html

2. The Boy, the Mole, The Fox and the Horse-Charlie Mackesy

Wow. I was late to the party with this one- and when it found me- boy oh boy was I blown away. One of those you can dip into when you need that certain something that a few words and a picture can evoke. A wistfulness and so clevely put together. 

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/01/the-boy-mole-fox-and-horse-charlie.html

3. The Summer Seekers Sarah Morgan

A book that gave me some good advise and made me think about things “ There are no bad decisions, just your decisions which may not be those of others” and “ I think in life we tend to regret the things we don’t do more than the things we do” . I found this heartwarming and thought provoking in a very good way. A truly wonderful read, a tonic, a pick-me-up and a smile. 10* if I could

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/blog-post_27.html

4. Waiting to begin- Amanda Prowse

A book I fell in love with again as it made me think about my own life and things that have gone unsaid or at least hidden.nad how these can eat away at you. Of being truthful  and kind to yourself for your own well being. 

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/06/blog-post_11.html

5. The Secret Life of Albert Entwhistle- Matt Cain

A life lesson perhaps that being an unknowing  bowing,scapring, belittled person isnt acceptable in any scenario.  “Be strong enough to show who you really are and let the world love you for it”. I love this a little bit more than yesterday and a little bit less than tomorrow (If you know- you know)

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/06/blog-post_08.html

6. Dear Grace- Clare Swatman

One of those reads that has that special quality about it from the start. There is a wiseness in life expereince which we shoudn't underestimate. One that stirred my emotions. We all need a Grace in our lives. 

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/08/dear-grace-clare-swatman-commercial.html

7. The Huntsman- Tony J Forder

Very different from my other top reads but very much a treasure- and it did me as much good as the others in a veyr different way. I want to meet Royston! (Lol!) A rare talent for making characters come alive so much. I really didnt want this to end- and writing this now has made me realise how much Im looking forward to the next one 

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/10/blog-post_08.html

8. The Perfect Daughter- Alex Stone 

A book that highlights that people like Abigail really do exist and what relatives go through with dealing with them. A book that taught me lot. Where your best is never enough (but shoud be), and trying not to measure yourself against someone elses happiness. A book to bring home others reality.

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/10/blog-post_22.html

9. Coming Home- Patricia Dixon

A stunningly clever, treasure of a read. Of treasuing what you have and that its not the material things that truly latter. Those around you are far, far more important wherever they maybe.

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/11/blog-post.html

10. Saying goodbye to Tuesday- Chrissy Manby

A delightful and inpsring read for any dog/animal lover. When you have had that extra special one, one that lives in our hearts forever- if you know, you know. Every dog comes home, they really, really do. 

https://nickibookblog.blogspot.com/2021/11/blog-post_13.html