Blue Archipelago

Hosseini once again weaves a masterpiece; set against the monstrosities of war is the tale of a mother daughter relationship which shows that love and hope will out in the end.

Both heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time as this book covers the sister’s reaction to their mother’s death, and the resulting bond that ties them together much tighter than before.

After the disappointing Anne of Windy Willows, I was slightly reticent to pick this one up — but Montgomery has returned to form — as Anne and Gilbert’s relationship blossoms we are introduced to more delightful characters who make up a charming and heart-warming tale

Glitz is crammed full with glamour — but underneath the glitz and designer labels is a rip-roaring tale of four girls who come to realise the true value of themselves and their family.