The Book Brothel

These are a few of my favourite shelves I’ll just say it: I’ve missed all of you. I’ve missed reviewing and book chat and the deep satisfaction that comes from making sure the right book winds up in the right … Continue reading →

The Gotta-Have-It Book of the Month: Last Night in Montreal by Emily St. John Mandel The Tease: She was easily distracted. She had a photographer’s fascination with quality of light. An upside-down CD reflecting rainbows on the bedroom ceiling, a … Continue reading →

The Gotta-Have-It Book of the Month: Busy Woman Seeks Wife by Annie Sanders The Tease: ‘So,’ said Gavin, looking back at her now. ‘Sorry I couldn’t make it to Toronto in the end. Bit of a cock-up I hear. Shouldn’t … Continue reading →

We have two sets of winners for March’s giveaways – first up, the Women’s History Month Giveaway from Hachette Book Group! The correct answer to the question “Which of the above eight authors also wrote a book called Hypocrite in … Continue reading →

March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate, we’re giving away a fabulous set of books from Hachette Book Group USA! Five lucky winners will each win a set of the following eight books: My Little Red Book By Rachel … Continue reading →

Is it…could it be…spring? Let’s keep our fingers crossed…both for better weather and this chance to win a fantastic set of books from Hachette Book Group USA! With spring comes spring cleaning and a chance for a new start, and … Continue reading →

Reviewed by L.D.Y. Trade, 408 pages, 2008 Rating: 9/10 Look Inside: A peek at the first dozen chapters Reason for Reading: Chick lit? I’m probably there. British chick lit? I’m all yours. Synopsis: Stephanie lives a wonderful life with her … Continue reading →

Reviewed by L.D.Y. Trade, 357 pages, 2009 Rating: 9/10 Reason for Reading: I occasionally like to check out teen books just to see what’s out there. Synopsis: Brittany Ellis appears to have it all – a perfect boyfriend, rich parents, … Continue reading →

The Gotta-Have-It Book of the Month: Undress Me in the Temple of Heaven by Susan Jane Gilman The Tease: Something among them had caught his eye anew. He turned around and picked up Claire’s canteen. It had belonged to her … Continue reading →