Lucy Mitchell – romance author – book blogger
If I had access to a time machine that could whisk me and a book of my choice back to a meeting with my 17-year-old self, this would be the book. Once sat in front of my 17-year-old self, I would take out this book. After clearing my voice in an authoritative manner, I would […]
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Book reviews will resume next week. For now I think it is time to talk about those of us who love a good plot twist. Important question: are you a plot twist thrill seeker? Check out the signs below to see whether you are one: You crave the rush of excitement and adrenalin from a […]
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It is not easy waiting for your favourite author to bring out their next book. After binge reading all their books, fangirling them by email and social media, all you can do is sit and wait for their next offering. This agonising waiting period will involve some serious finger drumming, a lot of social media […]
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When is the right time to disturb a book lover? Interrupting a reader at the wrong time can lead to: An uncomfortable atmosphere. A glare. A snarl. Muttering under the breath. An angry outburst. Bad thoughts about you forming inside the reader’s head. Danger. Don’t panic because I have some advice: If you spot any […]
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This book should come with the following warning: There is a powerful kiss contained within this book. It is described in detail over FIVE PAGES and after reading it you are strongly advised to apply a cold flannel to your forehead and go lie down in a darkened room. It took me WEEKS to recover […]
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I have always been mad about books. My relationship with books has never faltered or deteriorated. Books get me and I get them. Up until last week I thought my passionate feelings for books had reached their limit. I didn’t think there was another level to my book love. Well, I was wrong.
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It is terrible when a much loved fictional character dies in the book that you are reading. The grief that you go through can be painful, emotionally draining and can last a few chapters. If loved ones don’t tread carefully with their remarks during this challenging time they could find themselves with a cold stare, […]
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