On this weeks podcast we talk about a book that is a great mix of folktales, memoir and essays on what it’s like to be a woman in her late 30s.

No Fair Maidens by Kim Willis is a joy to read; filled with magic and realism. It felt balanced and beautiful.

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

Most importantly - Keep reading!

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Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

On this weeks episode we talk about ‘The Name Game’ by Beth O’Leary. A twisty (only slightly confusing for Matthew) romantic fiction book.

Charlie Jones and Charlie Jones turn up on a remote island for a job offered to one Charlie Jones. Also there’s only one bed!

I even had to draw a diagram for this one!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

It's episode 35 and we talk about another book by the fabulous Sally Magnusson. Music in the dark is a stunning historical novel and love story based during and after the brutality of the Highland Clearances.

Beautiful, tender and inspiring.

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

Most importantly - Keep reading!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

On this weeks episode we talk about Greenteeth by Molly O’Neill. A fast paced, fun, cosy adventure story about monsters from British folklore teaming up to defeat a the baddest of bad guys.

Learn all about some great creatures from our folklore / including the Welsh ‘Afanc’, Scottish ‘unicorns’ and English ‘Twrch Trwyth’.

It’s such a great read!

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

Episode 33. We talk about Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall.

It’s a book heavy on the romance and drama; limited on the description.

A story set around a murder trial in 1969 - it kept me guessing.

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

Most importantly - Keep reading!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

On this weeks episode we talk about Aborescence a mindblowing, thought provoking, funny and terrifying piece of speculative fiction by Rhett Davis

A story about what would happen if ai takes over and people decide that they might quite like to turn into trees!

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

Most importantly - Keep reading!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

On this weeks podcast we are talking about ‘Main Characters’ by one of my favourite authors Bobby Palmer.

A love story very cleverly told by everyone but the two main characters. I loved it.

Thoughtful, funny and sad with genius storytelling.

Bobby Palmer never lets me down.

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

Most importantly - Keep reading!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks

We are back!

Whoop!

Talking about Chloe’s favourite book of the year - Land by Maggie O’Farrell.

It is a surprising, magical and tender story about a family and an ancient spring in Ireland.

It’s beautiful and perfect!

As per usual we discuss the book in its entirety so it is full of spoilers! Just a little reminder that if you do fancy reading (we always recommend that you do) then please come back to us once you've finished!

Most importantly - Keep reading!

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Starting song 'Starlight' by Jake Indrinks

Theme song 'New moon in old arms' written and performed by Jake Indriks