Booking Ahead/Weekly Wrap Up
5 November 2023 
I’m trying to get back into the habit of doing a round-up of the week just completed and also take a look at my plans for the forthcoming week. I rather got out of the habit of doing so but I would like to reinstate this type of post as I feel it keeps me on track. So, I’m linking up to The Sunday Post over at Kimberly’s Caffeinated Reviewer. Without further ado:
Books read this week:
Where is the time going – is there a black hole somewhere sucking it up – or is it just me. The days are flying by, it’s crazy. Anyway, this week I’ve managed to complete Starling House by Alix E Harrow. This is a Gollum book for me – by which I mean it ‘burns and freezes us’. I loved it, and sometimes I didn’t love it, and then I loved it again. I can say, it’s beautifully told with fairytale elements and a strong gothic vibe. I’ve also started and expect to finish today Olivia Atwater’s The Witchwood Knot – and I’m loving it so far.
Well, I have a number of choices. I’d like to pick up The Temple of Fortuna by Elodie Harper and possibly another of my October reads – The Reformatory by Tananarive Due. I don’t think I should make any more plans than that for now.
Reviews Posted:
- 1 x SPFBO
- The Star and the Strange Moon by Constance Sayers
- Starling House by Alix E Harrow
- The Witchwood Knot by Olivia Atwater
Books and travelling with Lynn 
I’m curious to read your review of Starling House. I had mixed feelings but mostly enjoyed it.
Yes, I think that’s precisely how I felt. And the writing is superb, plus I loved the gothic mansion.
Lynn 😀
Can’t wait to read The Witchwood Knot! I’ve been waiting to pick up Starling House because I keep seeing these mixed reviews. Maybe I’ll try the audiobook soon.
Yeah, it’s a funny onion. On the one hand it’s a gorgeous book. I had a couple of issues but I still really liked it. It has a fairytale feel and parts of it reminded me of Beauty and the Beast.
Lynn 😀
This year has really flown by, it’s ridiculous how quick it’s gone.
Looking forward to your Starling House review 😀
Yes, I wish the time would slow down a little, I’m getting dizzy with how quick this year is flying by.
Lynn 😀
Ooh, tough choice, The Reformatory or Temple of Fortuna next. I’m soooo looking forward to the finale of Elodie Harper’s trilogy.
Yes, it’s the one I picked up. Enjoying it so far.
Lynn 😀