Phew! Thank goodness for the comforts of chaos Kim M Watt brings. I was in a reading slump, and needed a break from the romance section (*gasp*). HappPhew! Thank goodness for the comforts of chaos Kim M Watt brings. I was in a reading slump, and needed a break from the romance section (*gasp*). Happily, I realised that I'd missed some Beaufort Scales books. They can be read as stand-alones, so it didn't overly matter that I read this out of order, although some things make more sense if you do.
The WI and the dragons decide to go on a spa weekend, dragging DI Adams along with them. Lovely country manor house. "Yoghurt" (yoga). What could go wrong?
Oh, you're new to this series, perhaps? Answer; only everything. LOL.
Fighting staff, dismal finances and a whole heap of shady guests. Throw in some protestors and many magickal folk, and you have even more chaos than usual. But whodunnit?
Poor DI Adams!
I thoroughly enjoyed this mayhem. It's more chaos mystery than cosy mystery, I reckon. It's like whack-a-mole - deal with one problem and someone else sticks their nose in. And although it gets rowdy, there's no graphic violence or swearing.
There is, fortunately, always a good supply of cake to get through it all.
Suddenly, my life feels a lot easier!?
I can't recommend this series enough, especially if you want a good laugh....more
You can often tell my mood by the types of books I read. Kim Watt always offers fantastical escapism. Just what I needed.
In this book, we get a rare gYou can often tell my mood by the types of books I read. Kim Watt always offers fantastical escapism. Just what I needed.
In this book, we get a rare glimpse into the history of Callum, Gobbelino's human PI assistant. And it rakes up all sorts of mischief, as one has come to expect. (Gobbelino being a magnificently snarky cat, of course.)
There is even more danger lurking in this one. It turns out, unicorns are really quite psychopathically cantankerous. I mean - how hard should they even try to look for the missing herd? And trolls can be new-aged. Who knew?
Such fun!! Although, I may avoid bookshops for a while. And do watch out for the donkey; may cause an existential crisis ;)
If you're looking for a whacky detective with a plethora of paranormal activity, this is the book for you. ...more
I seem to have been a bit grumpy with my book reviews this year. But I'm happy to say, I've now awarded this one a rare 5* rating. tbh I read this becI seem to have been a bit grumpy with my book reviews this year. But I'm happy to say, I've now awarded this one a rare 5* rating. tbh I read this because I love Kim Watt's books, particularly when dragons are involved.
Oh, the chaos is off the charts in this one! WI, cryptozoologist reporters, admirers, dragons, dogs...everyone's running around trying to uncover the murderer. It's only natural when Rose is a prime suspect. Well, there was a dead body in her freezer!?
Oh, this is Toot Hansell at its zany best! The perfect pick-me-up, crazy, cozy mystery....more
Look, if you're a human being who is easily offended, this is likely not the book for you. Dogs may also wish to give it a wide birth.
That caution ouLook, if you're a human being who is easily offended, this is likely not the book for you. Dogs may also wish to give it a wide birth.
That caution out of the way, this book is hilarious! I actually snort laughed.
The MC clearly believes in equality - everyone and everything has the ability of annoying Candice (pronounced Candiss!). She speaks her mind which is sharp as a blade. But how wonderful to see such openness (so long as it's not directed at me).
Being the mother of two boys, and wife to a distracted husband is not easy. If you were then also surrounded by idiots, I bet you'd end up like her too. There were times when I could absolutely sympathise.
This is a self-titled litcom. Written in a series of episodes. Vaguely reminiscent of farces such as One Foot in the Grave.
There is a whole host of marvellous characters, and many unfortunate events.
What you get is a more realistic, view of British life. Albeit seen through a sceptical lens.
Definitely worth a read if you need a laugh....more
What if women were really in charge? This fun book explores just that. A female goddess and the four horsewomen of the apocalypse.
I really enjoyed thWhat if women were really in charge? This fun book explores just that. A female goddess and the four horsewomen of the apocalypse.
I really enjoyed the whacky, kinda messed up horsewomen. They each have their own quirks. And their male companions were all hot, as was the action when they met up!
Death who likes tie-dye? But of course. Famine who likes cooking? Why not? Don’t buy into the stereotypes – LOL.
I was a teeny bit confused by their Greek and Roman God names, but hey, I just went with the flow.
This is but book 1. We’re introduced to each deity and their partner in hilarious yet steamy action in this collection of short stories. And then we’re all queued up for the actual mission which will presumably take place in the next book.
I've been in a bit of a reading slump. Fortunately, I know of an author who never fails to raise my spir(*inappropriate noises*) Augh! That's better!!
I've been in a bit of a reading slump. Fortunately, I know of an author who never fails to raise my spirits. All I needed was Cimil's insanity to set me right.
Former Maaskab, Tommaso is a good guy. Isn't he? Regardless, it looks like he's turning towards the dark side again. Yikes!
Can Char really save him in time?
Excitement in heavy doses, along with the usual asshatedness of the gods, sarcasm, leather pants, evil unicorn...the usual wonderful fayre I've come to expect from Mimi. Hmmm...Mimi/Cimi? I have my suspicions - LOL!
I was missing my favourite book boys from my 2021 reading!! Happily, 'Wesmie' feature in this new series by the same authors. Enough to satisfy my craI was missing my favourite book boys from my 2021 reading!! Happily, 'Wesmie' feature in this new series by the same authors. Enough to satisfy my craving, yet not so much they take over this story.
This one's about Jess; Jamie's sister. It starts with her planning the Wesmie wedding.
It also features Wesmie's boisterous friend, Blake Riley. But he starts to be less smiley. Aww!
Now, Jess is a little bit self-absorbed. And Blake is a bit pushy. So, this doesn't get the 5* rating the other books did. HOWEVER, it's a really lovely story. Blake is a better man than anyone gave him credit for. Jess has a worthy destiny. They balance each other beautifully. Plus, the sizzling chemistry - cheezus!
Not many authors have the power to really draw me into their world, and make me feel like I'm there as a side-character. But I totally feel like I'm part of this one (despite not being a sports fan!).
Back in August, I read Baking Bad - one of my few 5* reads of this year. I was overjoyed to see a Christmas book also set in Toot Hansell.
This book iBack in August, I read Baking Bad - one of my few 5* reads of this year. I was overjoyed to see a Christmas book also set in Toot Hansell.
This book is a collection of 12 short stories, each filled with pesky magickal beings, the WI and calamity. They all tie up together nicely. AND you get handy Christmassy recipes included - bonus!
Well, what can I say? Utter chaos unfolds on the run-up to Christmas in Toot Hansell. The WI seek assistance from their dragon friends who are, as usual, a bit clueless themselves.
Not only do you get Beaufort and Mortimer; the charming dragons with a baked goods obsession, but many other beings (not all good!).
There is such a wonderful quaint English village charm in these books - just adorable. And the stories are all fun and sure to get you in the festive mood. I'm definitely never getting an elf-on-the-shelf; never did trust that smug little git ;-)
There's danger, excitement, humour and plenty of cake!
I love this Toot Hansell world! There, I said it. Give it a read. ...more
The title caught my attention and then I heard about a talking badger - well, colour me intrigued!
What a day to wear high heels instead of trainers!?The title caught my attention and then I heard about a talking badger - well, colour me intrigued!
What a day to wear high heels instead of trainers!? Poor Kerry even has to have assistance to even get to her client meeting. And then BAM! Apocalypse!!
She fortunately has a couple of survivors nearby who help her out, and they embark on a humorous romp which made me chuckle several times as I read. Some of the characters seem to be a bit sexually confused, but hey, if it's the end of the world, why limit one's options?
The truth behind this bizarre incident? Well, I can honestly say I didn't see that one coming. Some bits had me wondering if I was hallucinating. I mean, don't do a feasibility study on it or anything, but it's certainly entertaining. If one must face doom, why not keep a sense of humour, eh?
Sarcasm, with, action, morons - it has it all. LOL All in all, a fun, humorous quick read. ...more
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