Review: K9 Blue: Duck and Weave

K9 Blue: Duck and Weave by Matt McCredie

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Working dogs have always fascinated me. I think its amazing how they train and then are able to do such a fantastic Job. So I was looking forward to reading this book as not only does it have the Detective we also have his faithful K9 friend along side him.
This is the first book I have read from this author, and I really did enjoy it.
Corruption in the police force. Drug dealers, kidnappers, bombers. This book has it all. And its down to Mike Winters and his trusted friend Falcon the dog, to catch these criminals.
There seem to be very few people who Mike trusts in his job, and as the story progresses you can see why. He's probably right to only have a handful of people he can trust. But luckily for him those he can trust are right there with him when needed.
I really did enjoy this book, and once I started it I really couldn't put it down. Looking forward to reading more from this author.

I received a review copy of this book, and away from the story it took me a while to get my head around a few things, there seemed to be no space between some of the paragraphs and a lot of the words had no spaces between them, so it took me a little longer to read as I had to keep getting me head around what was being said. That apart, the story was great. And i'm sure this has been put right for the Kindle edition.
In the second book of the action-packed K9 Blue series, Dog Squad Officer Mike Winters and his best mate Falcon are off the leash and ready for their wildest chase yet.
Crime-fighting police hero and part-time hell-raiser Mike Winters loves a good challenge. He and his loyal dog Falcon are an unstoppable duo when it comes to tracking down criminals and bringing them to justice, sometimes in very creative ways. But now there's one crook on their radar who keeps managing to stay a step ahead. When kidnappings and drug busts escalate to an international scale, it's clear this is no ordinary enemy.
Meanwhile as an ever expanding web of corruption clings to every corridor of the police department, Mike must think quick and act quicker to make sure he's not caught up in the mayhem.



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Review: The 7th Woman

The 7th Woman by Frédérique Molay

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



This is the first book i have read by this Author. Frédérique Molay.
This is the first book in the Paris Homicide series and has been translated into English.

We meet Nico Sirsky head of Chief of police fresh from a Dr's appointment for a suspected ulcer and instructions to rest.
Obviously in his line of work rest isn't an option for him and as he is called to the scene of a murder rest is not something he's going to get.
Marie Helene Jory - 36 assistant professor of history at the Sorbonne has been killed, murdered in her own home.
A particularly shocking scene awaits the officers.
It's soon clear after body number 2 shows up that the first killing was not a one off and we have a serial killer on the loose.
A message left at one for the scenes States 7 Days 7 Women. Can the team figure out who is behind the killing and why before any more bodies turn up.
It soon becomes clear that the killer is leaving personal messages for Nico, but why and can he figure out why before it becomes to personal.

Overall the book was an enjoyable read and I would probably read more in this series to see where things head.



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Review: Musings of a 20-Something Mom, and the Perils of being a Mommy Blogger

Musings of a 20-Something Mom, and the Perils of being a Mommy Blogger by Jenny Schoberl

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Musings of a 20-something mom and the perils of being a mommy blogger.
The beginning of this book, i just found it brilliantly funny. I normally read mainly crime fiction but fancied a bit of a change, and it certainly was different.
No nonsense and told as it is. a blogging mummy - well it just seems the norm nowadays if you have something to say then blog about it.
from the start I loved the straight forward "say it as it is" talk in this book, The humor was right up my street. I found myself stopping to re read pars of this to anyone who was a bout and would listen. I laughed out load and on more than one occasion thought oh i like that saying, i'll remember that one - then i'd find another lol.
As the book went on I found it a little repetitive in parts, but for something different to read it was an enjoyable easy read.


Book description

One of the largest trends among Moms today is to jump on the internet and immediately regurgitate all the magical, wonderful things their child has done in the past two hours to the first unsuspecting victim. Moms are everywhere; they've even taken over Blogging. Hundreds of blogs about how Fluffy got his first tooth, or Muffy said a new word. It's enough to make people want to vomit sugar.

I've been told that i'm not your typical mom, and my blog is not your typical blog; I've even been called the "Eminem of Mommy Blogging”, honest, blunt, and usually vulgar. This book is my experiences and stories as I ventured through the Mommy Blogging world, trying to make light of some disgusting situations, and it wasn't always pretty. I had to learn the hard way that blatant honesty may not always be the best policy... not if you want to keep your kids.

"Musings of a 20-something Mom" is a lesson on how NOT to blog, unless you want to piss off your friends, family, and get a pack of crazies chasing after you; and a reminder that when it comes to parenting, there's always going to be someone out there saying "you're doing it wrong!



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Review: Musings of a 20-Something Mom, and the Perils of being a Mommy Blogger

Musings of a 20-Something Mom, and the Perils of being a Mommy Blogger by Jenny Schoberl

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Musings of a 20-something mom and the perils of being a mommy blogger.
The beginning of this book, i just found it brilliantly funny. I normally read mainly crime fiction but fancied a bit of a change, and it certainly was different.
No nonsense and told as it is. a blogging mummy - well it just seems the norm nowadays if you have something to say then blog about it.
from the start I loved the straight forward "say it as it is" talk in this book, The humor was right up my street. I found myself stopping to re read pars of this to anyone who was a bout and would listen. I laughed out load and on more than one occasion thought oh i like that saying, i'll remember that one - then i'd find another lol.
As the book went on I found it a little repetitive in parts, but for something different to read it was an enjoyable easy read.


Book description

One of the largest trends among Moms today is to jump on the internet and immediately regurgitate all the magical, wonderful things their child has done in the past two hours to the first unsuspecting victim. Moms are everywhere; they've even taken over Blogging. Hundreds of blogs about how Fluffy got his first tooth, or Muffy said a new word. It's enough to make people want to vomit sugar.

I've been told that i'm not your typical mom, and my blog is not your typical blog; I've even been called the "Eminem of Mommy Blogging”, honest, blunt, and usually vulgar. This book is my experiences and stories as I ventured through the Mommy Blogging world, trying to make light of some disgusting situations, and it wasn't always pretty. I had to learn the hard way that blatant honesty may not always be the best policy... not if you want to keep your kids.

"Musings of a 20-something Mom" is a lesson on how NOT to blog, unless you want to piss off your friends, family, and get a pack of crazies chasing after you; and a reminder that when it comes to parenting, there's always going to be someone out there saying "you're doing it wrong!



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Review: Avenged

Avenged by Jacqui Rose

My rating: 4 of 5 stars




I have read and loved all of Jacqui Roses books to date. I am a big fan of hers, she's a brilliant author.

But for some reason, this one didn't get me like all the others right from the start, I found myself wondering at one point weather to carry on or not, but I did and i'm glad i stuck with it, I am unsure why i felt this way, maybe it was coming out of one book right into another.
The start of the book goes back in time, where we get the build up to the story and how things happened and why.

We are introduced to the characters and I think it's safe to say from early on you do develop the love for some and the hate for others. I always think if you can feel anything towards the characters in a book then the author has done their job and got you involved.
We start off with the younger characters in Ireland. and soon move on to them in the present day in London. How their lives started and how they have changed is fantastically put together.
As I said i am glad i continued to read this, and things did improve and I found myself getting into the book and story, more so when it arrived back to present time.
Then I found i didn't want to put the book down. In true Jacqui Rose style the book really took off. And I began to get really involved, really engrossed. I ended up thoroughly enjoying it.



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Review: Misdiagnosed: One Woman's Tour Of--And Escape From--Healthcareland

Misdiagnosed: One Woman's Tour Of--And Escape From--Healthcareland by Jody Berger

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



I really wasn't sure what to expect from this book. It turned out to be quite an emotional story which leaves you thinking and asking yourself questions.
Follow Jody in her journey through her quest to get answers and then come to terms with her diagnosis. Her Emotions as she tries to understand what it is that is wrong with her, what it is that her body is doing to her or telling her.
This story highlights just how an illness can be misdiagnosed, and how easy it is to take what the experts are telling you as the right answer.
After struggling myself for many years trying to get my own illness diagnosed. I could relate to some of what was being told in this stroy. Trying to get dr's to listen to you and take what you are saying seriously.

Very well written and dispite the subject and enjoyable but emotional read.


Product Description


Journalist, MS patient, gluten-alergy sufferer, healthcare advocate. For Judy Berger, it's all in a year's work.


At 43, award-winning journalist Jody Berger saw a doctor about a minor tingling in her hands and feet. One MRI later, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and told to pick a drug and resign herself to a slow death. Jody started asking questions, and a year and countless tests later she discovered that "M.S." was nothing more than a gluten allergy. Now healthier than ever, Jody shares her story and offers practical tips on navigating the healthcare world. For anyone who has ever been worried about wellness, Jody shows that while we can't always heal, we can always take control of our own health and our lives.



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Review: 3 a.m.

3 a.m. by Nick Pirog

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Henry Bins suffers from Henry Bins. A condition that is so rare its named after him.
He is awake for only 1 hour a day. 3 am to 4 am.
Despite being awake only 1 hour he certainly manages to cause more trouble that some one who is awake for 16 hours a day.
A fun easy and quick read. A bit different. but enjoyable.



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Review: 3 a.m.

3 a.m. by Nick Pirog

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Henry Bins suffers from Henry Bins. A condition that is so rare its named after him.
He is awake for only 1 hour a day. 3 am to 4 am.
Despite being awake only 1 hour he certainly manages to cause more trouble that some one who is awake for 16 hours a day.
A fun easy and quick read. A bit different. but enjoyable.



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Review: Life Without...: My father by the son I became

Life Without...: My father by the son I became by Dave White

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



What a brilliant and emotional read.
It doesn't seem right saying how much I enjoyed reading this book considering the subject. But it was put together so well i really struggled to put it down and read it in just two sittings.
A mixture of emotions felt throughout reading this book with the odd tear shed.
And a whole lot of questions. How? Why?
How and why does anyone treat a child in such a way, How could anyone do such things to another human being?
And as a parent How can you see you child go through such torment and torture?
Dave certainly went through hell growing up.



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Review: Dead Men's Bones

Dead Men's Bones by James Oswald

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Dead Men's Bones is the fourth novel in James Oswald's phenomenal Inspector Mclean series set in Edinburgh.
But it is the first one I have read. i can safely say I will now be reading book 1,2 and 3.

I didn't feel like I couldn't follow things or follow the plot by not having read the previous books, but I enjoyed this one so much I want to read the others.

The book starts off with Detective Tony Mclean at the scene where the body of a naken man has been found by a local walking his dog.
Then there is a shooting at a farm house. It turns out that A MSP has killed his 2 children, his wife and then himself.
This is where Mclean begins his investigations into what has actually happened, he's told to do what he always does- dig deeper than is really necessary and complicate things- and that is exactly what he does.
It seems though that someone somewhere is trying to cover up, some want the case closed and forgotten about. Yet others want the truth out.
Can Mclean find out exactly what happened before any more bodies turn up. Or is is this just the beginning of what can only be a long journey to the truth.
Brilliantly written and thoroughly enjoyable. I enjoyed every part of this book.

Book Description.

A family lies slaughtered in an isolated house in North East Fife . . .
Morag Weatherly and her two young daughters have been shot by husband Andrew, an influential politician, before he turned the gun on himself.
But what would cause a rich, successful man to snap so suddenly?
For Inspector Tony McLean, this apparently simple but high-profile case leads him into a world of power and privilege. And the deeper he digs, the more he realises he's being manipulated by shadowy factions.
Under pressure to wrap up the case, McLean instead seeks to uncover layers of truth - putting the lives of everyone he cares about at risk . . .



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