Category: Book Reviews

‘Nobel Prize Women in Science: Their Lives, Struggles and Momentous Discoveries’ by Sharon Bertsch McGrayne

Published on 23rd July, 2014 by Caitlin

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Sharon Bertsch McGrayne sheds light on the under-appreciated contributions of women to the world of science.

The Rental Heart

Published on 17th July, 2014 by Wendy Kirk

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Anything can and does happen in these short but satisfying stories where the laws of physics don’t apply and the only limitations are those of the human heart. Kirsty Logan is surely one to watch.

Review of “The Blemished” by Sarah Dalton

Published on 17th July, 2014 by Elaine Buri

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When it comes to teenage books with a feminist message and a positive role model, “The Blemished” series is one of the first books that I think of. It takes […]

For Faughie’s Sake (FFS) by Laura Marney

Published on 11th July, 2014 by Laura

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A lovely read which tackles the issue of Independence in a light hearted and creative way. Borrow from the Library before September for a new take on the issues, and to have a nice laugh along the way.

Instructions for a heatwave by Maggie O’Farrell

Published on 23rd June, 2014 by Gabrielle

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Our volunteer Jane Carmidy recommends Instruction for a heatwave: On reading the blurb I thought I had read this novel but I think I was confusing it with ‘The vanishing […]

Petite Mort by Beatrice Hitchman

Published on 10th May, 2014 by Shaunagh Jones

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Beatrice Hitchman’s Petite Mort is a thrilling novel about double identities, the visual trickery of cinema, and ambition. In this thriller, nothing is as it initially appears and even the […]

All the truth that’s in me

Published on 8th May, 2014 by Wendy Kirk

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Anabel recommends: All the truth that’s in me by Julie Berry The place and time of this story for teenagers are never specified, but I’m guessing colonial era America. After […]

Daughters of Time

Published on 8th May, 2014 by Wendy Kirk

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History is about chaps is still all too true a saying. So it’s up to the fabulous History Girls to balance this approach with stories of impressive and inspiring women and girls – we were spoilt for choice.

The woman in Black

Published on 30th April, 2014 by JennyK

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When fans of Harry Potter heard that lead actor, Daniel Radcliffe, was to star in a film adaptation of Susan Hill’s ‘The woman in Black’ they were probably of the […]

Star Sullivan by Maeve Binchy

Published on 1st April, 2014 by Christine

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An enchanting short story about a young girl growing up – her name is Star. She cares deeply for her family and of the life experiences they are subjected to; chosen […]