Taking Time Out Is Important Too

Hello lovelies. I hope you're having a pleasant day. Today is going to be a short post as I'm spending the day with my sister and nephew, but seeing as I've been on a roll posting three times a week, I didn't want to break the cycle.

Sunday is traditionally a day of rest so when I get back home later I shall be taking some much needed 'time out.' This last week has been crazy busy at work and I'm exhausted.

I have to give Tracy a mention as I know she'll be reading this - *waves hello. She has recently joined our team at the practice and has already become a really good friend. She's literally my new partner in crime! (Don't worry Zoë, you've not been demoted. You're still in that category too!)

I've also been busy working on various projects outside of my day job but that does mean I've left very little time for just relaxing and to be completely honest, I'm not very good at it. I'm someone who likes to keep busy and is always on the go. The only time I probably fully relax is when I'm sleeping. As my friends keep reminding me - see I do pay attention :) - I need to make some time for myself so that I don't burn out. Hence my photo above. I'm going to don my pyjamas and curl up with a book. If you're someone who is also always on the go, make sure you take some time out too.


Wishing you all a lovely and peaceful Sunday.


Justine xxx

The Good Life



Murphy

 

 

  The Good Life

It's been a little while since we had a blog post from the fabulous 'Murphy's Mother' so I am delighted to share her brand spanking new book review with you all this evening. 
And off we go...


Dear Fellow Readers 

I think you all know by now my all time favourite author is Tess Gerritsen and I can't wait to review her up coming novel 'Playing with Fire.' 
Due for release in November, it's a step away from the Rizzoli and Isles series but I just know it will be amazing. 

Today I'm reviewing another firm favourite... Author Martina Cole and her latest book The Good Life.

If you're not aware of Martina she is a No 1 bestselling author of crime fiction. Several of her novels have been adapted for television including The Take and The Runaway. Martina has also had Two Women and The Graft adapted for the stage.

THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE NEVER FREE 

Photo taken from www.martinacole.co.uk

Cain Moran wanted Jenny Riley more than he had ever wanted anyone or anything before in his life. But loving Jenny Riley was the easy part... It was telling his wife he wanted a divorce that was going to be the killer...

Jenny is not just any girl. She cares nothing for Cain’s hard-man reputation – she just wants to be with him but Cain is not a free man. And he’s about to find out that when his wife Caroline said '’til death us do part', she meant it. 

When Cain is sentenced to life in prison it seems that Caroline might have got her wish. All Cain and Jenny know is that if their love can survive such separation, then one day they will have a chance at the Good Life together again. But there are greater trials ahead than either can foresee. They’re about to learn the hardest lesson of all...

The Good Life is a compelling read from start to finish and I couldn't put it down.

Cain Moran was The Face people feared but his love for Jenny couldn't be denied...
This novel had all the trademarks of another great Eastend crime story and although you know the outcome quite early on in the book it's still a gripping read. Martina seems to know intimately about the world in which she writes and this is no exception. This is a powerful piece of family drama taken to extremes.

Martina's next novel 'Get Even' is released in October.

Until next time... 

Murphy's Mother

Xxx

Click here to check out more books from Martina Cole.

New post from GGD tomorrow... xxx

New post from Murphy's Mother...

(Murphy)

Book Review...

'The Beach Cafe!' by Lucy Diamond

Dear fellow readers,

Whilst I'm waiting for my favourite author Tess Gerritsen to release her next novel, I decided to read a few books by different authors.

Today's review is of the 'The Beach Cafe' by Lucy Diamond. I must admit the "chick lit" genre isn't one I'm normally keen on as I much prefer crime fiction, however Lucy Diamond has a way of making her characters likeable and realistic. I love the way she brings her characters to life. Evie Flynn is just like someone we all know and love who makes plenty of mistakes but is funny, caring and a little daft at times.

This is the perfect summer read and with the way Lucy describes the Cornich village it really makes you feel you want to be there on those warm summer days listening to the waves crashing in on the beach as the sun sets.

Oh how I wish I could inherit the beautiful Beach Cafe.

Until next time, MM xxx

Link to Lucy's website: www.lucydiamond.co.uk

Thankyou as always to Murphy's Mother! I'm looking forward to reading another review in a fortnight as I hope all of you are too?!
Just to finish off, here's a little bit of information about the author of 'The Beach Cafe'...
Lucy Diamond is actually a pseudonym/pen name. The author's real name is Sue Mongredien. She chose the alternative name as she felt it was easier to pronounce! Sue writes both children's books and 'chick lit.' She attended Leeds University where she read English. After a move to London and working for various publishers, Sue then went travelling around the world for a year and a half. (Would love to see some pics Sue!) Now living in Bath with her husband, she juggles writing with looking after her three young children. Her newest book is titled 'One Night in Italy.'

Pic taken from LucyDiamond.co.uk

Click here for excerpt or to buy!

If you're on Twitter then you can contact Sue here... @LDiamondAuthor

Alternatively you can email her... Lucy@lucydiamond.co.uk

Hope you all have a fabulous week! Love GGD xxx