Tag: british history

Book Review: A Treasury of British Folklore by Dee Dee Chainey

14th Jan 2026

Saltblood is immersive, emotionally resonant historical fiction that gives voice to a woman history largely forgot. Francesca de Tores writes with confidence, empathy, and a keen understanding of character, transforming fragments of fact into a story that feels whole. Despite a few moments that verge on being too much, this is a novel that lingers – salty, sharp, and human. … More Book Review: A Treasury of British Folklore by Dee Dee Chainey

January’s Best Books

5th Jan 2026

New year, same habit: buying more books. As 2026 gets underway, January brings a fresh slate of compelling new releases across fiction and non-fiction, from richly imagined historical novels and cosy fantasy to gripping history and thrilling crimes. Whether you’re easing into the year or already tearing through books at speed, there’s plenty here to tempt you back to the shelves. … More January’s Best Books

Best books of March

28th Feb 2025

With the hope that spring will soon be sprung, and the weather clears up, here are some recommendations for books to chase away those dreary February clouds. From beloved fictional favourites to enthralling historical opuses, fall head over heels for the fantastic selection of publications coming out in March. … More Best books of March

Book Review: Secret Britain by Mary-Ann Ochota

5th Jan 2024

Each section is fantastically described, and there were some finds and places I’d never heard of, and rather than bombarding the reader with historical facts and figures and the wider history of a place, each section tells the story (or stories) of the places and objects there, and focuses on that one site or piece. … More Book Review: Secret Britain by Mary-Ann Ochota