Nicki's book blog

  Hakuna Matata by Stewart Giles-Crime   A new series from Stewart and one that already looks like it is going to roll.  We have a Norwegian DC Jan Norge and a no nonsense DS in the form of Hilda Baker (those of a certain age may remember the name). A family are on holiday in Zanzibar however the father is very distracted by goings on in his company. The daughter has a relationship that her parents may not totally approve of and the mother is doing her best to hold it all together but has secrets of her own. When a body is found in a burnt out car, the duo have the start of an investigation. When things begin to link to the family who went to Zanzibar it’s rather more complex. Who has done this and why? Oh wow! Another one of Stewart’s books I raced through. There’s a great mix of plot and characters, in fact the plot is multi-dimensional (but easy to follow) and makes for a thrilling read. I may be cautious of going to Zanzibar any time soon! A read I didn’t want to put...

  Six Little Words by Sally Page -women’s fiction Six little words- the first ones from the Bard himself- Shakespeare- “ To be or not to be”, those immortal lines we all know. Pinned on a notice board in a café. Each day there is a new one. Inspirational in a way and most definitely thought provoking. Kate has had a rough ride in recent times and is coming to terms with her life. She was a successful artist- a secret she keeps close. She develops friendships and finds a community wanting to explore their creative selves, but without the confidence to develop it. Together they can take the first steps perhaps. This is a tender piece of writing, let me explain. Each of the characters, just like real life, has their own issues in one way or another. They are from a range of backgrounds and ages and for  now the common thread is being creative. Through getting to know one another slowly they find they have more in common then they ever thought. A book about courage and living for...