Beauty & Lace Book Review: April in Paris 1921 by Tessa Lunney

July 14, 2018 Amanda Barrett4 Comments

Title: April in Paris 1921 Author: Tessa Lunney Published: May 2st 2018 Publisher: Harper Collins Books Australia Pages: 320 Genres: Fiction, Crime, Mystery, Historical RRP: $29.99 Rating: 2.5 stars Meet the glamorous, witty and charming Kiki Button: socialite, private detective and spy. We all have secrets – it’s just that Kiki has more than most … For fans of Phryne Fisher and Julian Fellowes… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: April in Paris 1921 by Tessa Lunney

2018 Reviews · Australian · Beauty and Lace review · historical fiction

Beauty & Lace Book Review: In the Valley of Blue Gums by J.H. Fletcher

July 6, 2018 Amanda Barrett2 Comments

Title: In the Valley of Blue Gums Author: J.H. Fletcher Published: May 2st 2018 Publisher: Harlequin – Mira Pages: 384 Genres: Fiction, Australian, Historical RRP: $29.99 Rating: 4 stars Journalist Thea Anderson’s adventurous life has been one of endless danger. Even her childhood, where she and her mother were forced to flee Malaya in the fish–stinking hold of a junk in the dying… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: In the Valley of Blue Gums by J.H. Fletcher

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Beauty & Lace Book Review: A Country Mile by Mandy Magro

May 26, 2018May 26, 2018 Amanda BarrettLeave a comment

Title: A Country Mile Author: Mandy Magro Published: April 23rd 2018 Publisher: Harlequin – Mira Pages: 336 Genres: Fiction, Australian, Contemporary, Romance, Rural RRP: $29.99 Rating: 4 stars Secrets. Everyone has at least one… When Sophie Copinni’s love life turns sour, a trip to her hometown in Far North Queensland is the perfect time for her to take stock of her future. There,… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: A Country Mile by Mandy Magro

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Beauty & Lace Book Review: The Last of the Bonegilla Girls by Victoria Purman

May 20, 2018May 20, 2018 Amanda Barrett1 Comment

Title: The Last of the Bonegilla Girls Author: Victoria Purman Published: April 24th 2018 Publisher: HQ Fiction Pages: 432 Genres: Fiction, Australian, Historical RRP: $32.99 Rating: 4.5 stars Can the Bonegilla girls defeat their past? Or will it come to claim them? 1954: When sixteen–year–old Hungarian Elizabeta arrives in Australia with her family, she is hoping to escape the hopelessness of life as… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: The Last of the Bonegilla Girls by Victoria Purman

2018 Reviews · Beauty and Lace review · contemporary fiction · medical

Beauty & Lace Book Review: Every Note Played by Lisa Genova

May 6, 2018May 6, 2018 Amanda Barrett2 Comments

Title: Every Note Played Author: Lisa Genova Published: April 1st 2018 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Pages: 320 Genres: Fiction, Contemporary RRP: $32.99 Rating: 4 stars From the bestselling author of STILL ALICE comes a powerful and heartbreakingly moving exploration of regret, forgiveness, freedom – and what it means to be alive. An accomplished concert pianist, Richard’s inspired performances received standing ovations from audiences… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: Every Note Played by Lisa Genova

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Beauty & Lace Book Review: Birthright by Fiona Lowe

April 22, 2018April 22, 2018 Amanda Barrett1 Comment

Title: Birthright Author: Fiona Lowe Published: February 19th 2018 Publisher: HQ Fiction Pages: 512 Genres: Fiction, Contemporary, Australia, Rural, Saga RRP: $29.99 Rating: 4 stars Australian author Fiona Lowe returns with a juicy family saga, set against the backdrop of Victoria’s high country, about unforgettable characters tangled together by a wealthy inheritance, secrets and betrayal. Is an inheritance a privilege or a right?… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: Birthright by Fiona Lowe

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Beauty & Lace Book Review: Water Under the Bridge by Lily Malone

March 25, 2018 Amanda Barrett4 Comments

Title: Water Under the Bridge Author: Lily Malone Published: February 19th 2018 Publisher: Harlequin Books Australia Pages: 384 Genres: Fiction, Contemporary, Rural, Romance RRP: $29.99 Rating: 4.5 stars Ella Davenport hasn’t been in a swimming pool since a bad decision ruined her chance of Olympic gold. So when Ella decides on a new career selling property, she chooses Chalk Hill. The country… Continue reading Beauty & Lace Book Review: Water Under the Bridge by Lily Malone

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