** Blog Tour ** The Librarian- Valerie Keogh

I’m pleased to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Librarian.’

Since that fateful night I have always kept myself to myself. Reserved. Private. Alone.

Some people think I am too quiet. That life is passing me by. But I know there is safety in my own company. That no one can hurt me if I don’t let them get too close.

Until the day I meet him. A handsome, charming stranger. A chance for me to take a risk…finally?

Or a man who threatens everything I’ve worked so hard for? You’ll be sorry…

And that’s when my whole life begins to fall apart….

Don’t miss the brand new thriller by Valerie Keogh! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Shalini Boland and K.L. Slater.

Purchase Link – https://amzn.to/3XwIaWF

Author Bio –

Valerie Keogh is the internationally bestselling author of several psychological thrillers and crime series, most recently published by Bloodhound. She originally comes from Dublin but now lives in
Wiltshire and worked as a nurse for many years.

Her first thriller for Boldwood was published in August 2022.

Social Media Links –

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valeriekeoghnovels

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ValerieKeogh1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriekeogh2/

Newsletter Sign Up: https://bit.ly/ValerieKeoghNews

Bookbub profile: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/valerie-keogh

Review-

This is an intriguing, if somewhat of a slow-burn, psychological thriller.

There is plenty of tension from the outset and the author does a credible job of building intrigue as the reader ponders on who could be behind the events in Ava’s everyday life.

There is an element of repetition as the author tries to convey the turmoil within Ava’s mind as she questions how much of what is happening is real and how much is a figment of her imagination.

The continual reference to events ten years earlier, but with very little being revealed until late in the story can be a little frustrating as it clear that the past holds some relevance, but the reader is kept in the dark as to its significance for most of the plot.

One of the strengths of the narrative is that it’s hard to work out who the culprit could be until the big reveal and there are plenty of twists along the way to keep the reader guessing.

With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** The Lost Daughters of Ukraine- Erin Litteken

I’m honoured to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Lost Daughters of Ukraine.’

A story of the strength of the human spirit, the personal cost of conflict and how love can be found even in the darkest times.

Summer 1941. War rages in Europe. The Germans march towards Ukraine. Halya, Liliya and Vika are no strangers to sorrow. They lost family during the Holodomor, loved ones in Stalin’s purges, and war
looms once more on the horizon.

Vika lives in fear for her children. She and her sister survived the terror famine by leaving their whole family behind. Now, years later, many believe the Germans will free them from the Soviets, but she’s
not so sure. Should they stay in Volhynia or flee the approaching Eastern front?

Liliya has lost too much in her 17 years. As those around her join the resistance, Liliya wonders how she can fight for her friends, family, and country. When the choice is made for her, can she find the will to survive and protect those still with her?

Twelve-year-old Halya is struggling to discover who she is. But as the war escalates, can her mother Katya’s tactics keep her safe from the Nazi soldiers rounding up slave laborers? How can a child
survive the horrors of war on her own?

These daughters of Ukraine will face devastation and loss as they fight to survive and protect the ones they love.

A gripping page-turner of love, loss and resilience for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

Purchase Link – https://amzn.to/3w1lXnT

Author Bio –

Erin Litteken is a debut novelist with a degree in history and a passion for research. At a young age, she was enthralled by stories of her family’s harrowing experiences in Ukraine before, during and
after World War II.

She lives in Illinois, USA with her husband and children.

Social Media Links –
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorerinlitteken
Twitter https://twitter.com/ErinLitteken
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erinlitteken/
Newsletter Sign Up: https://bit.ly/ErinLittekenNews

Bookbub profile: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/erin-litteken

Review-

Following on from the success of the hugely enthralling “The Memory Keeper of Kyiv’, Erin Litteken is back with another masterpiece chronicling more key moments in the history of Ukraine and its’ people in a way that is utterly compelling and heartbreaking in equal measure.

(Full review pending)

With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** The Ex-Wife- Sally Rigby and Amanda Ashby

I’m delighted to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Ex-Wife.’

My life was perfect until she came along. Norah.

Younger, prettier and about to marry my own ex-husband, they are a walking cliché.

I hate her. I hate them both.

She’s taken everything from me – my husband, my life, my home – but I refuse to allow her to take Cassie, my beautiful daughter. That’s a step too far.

Now I’ve discovered that Norah plans to have a baby of her own and that causes me no end of problems. She could destroy everything and reveal my deepest, darkest secrets.

That can never be allowed to happen.

No matter what it costs…

A brand new psychological thriller that will keep you guessing till the end! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Nina Manning, Shalini Boland.

Purchase Link – https://amzn.to/3IaIhSM

Author Bio –

Amanda Ashby and Sally Rigby are a crime writing partnership. Both authors live in New Zealand, have been friends for eighteen years and agree about everything (except musicals). They decided to collaborate on a psychological thriller which they then entered into a competition, run by Boldwood, and which they won!

Social Media Links –

Amanda: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065224701706

https://www.instagram.com/authoramandaashby/

Sally: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062304114984

https://www.instagram.com/sally.rigby.author/

Joint IG: https://www.instagram.com/amandarigbybooks/

Review-

This is a psychological thriller that starts slowly but builds up to a blistering pace with plenty of twists and unexpected turns on the way!

It’s a sign of a well-written plot when you can eventually start to piece together who you think might be responsible, only to be blindsided by another sting in the tale.

I had my suspicions about half way through as to who the culprit might be and my guess turned out to be right but I had no idea until the very end just how all of the threads connected. Even then, there was still another shock to the story and helped to explain details from the opening chapter. A definite ‘ah-ha’ moment!

Very cleverly written and with a tension that you could easily imagine translating well to a screen production.

There are several character with less than endearing qualities and almost all have secrets they are keen to hide. Cassie, however, is intensely likeable and it is impossible not to empathise with her plight.

A thoroughly entertaining read.

With thanks to the authors, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** The Collaborator’s Daughter- Eva Glyn

I’m thrilled to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Collaborator’s Daughter.’

In 1944 in war-torn Dubrovnik Branko Milisic holds his newborn daughter Safranka and wishes her a better future. But while the Nazis are finally retreating, the arrival of the partisans brings new
dangers for Branko, his wife Dragica and their baby…

As older sister to two half-siblings, Fran has always known she has to fit in. But now, at sixty-five years old and finally free of caring responsibilities, for the first time in her life Fran is facing questions
about who she is and where she comes from.

All Fran knows about her real father is that he was a hero, and her mother had to flee Dubrovnik after the war. But when she travels to the city of her birth to uncover the truth, she is devastated to discover her father was executed by the partisans in 1944, accused of being a collaborator.

But the past isn’t always what it seems… And neither is the future.

Purchase Links

https://mybook.to/CollaboratorsDaughter

For Amazon it’s https://mybook.to/CollaboratorsDaughter

And for all other retailers it’s https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/the-collaborators-daughter-eva-glyn

Author Bio –

Eva Glyn writes escapist relationship-driven fiction with a kernel of truth at its heart. She loves to travel and finds inspiration in beautiful places and the stories they hide.

Her last holiday before lockdown was a trip to Croatia, and the country’s haunting histories and gorgeous scenery have proved fertile ground, driven by her friendship with a tour guide she met there. His wartime story provided the inspiration for The Olive Grove and his help in creating a realistic portrayal of Croatian life has proved invaluable.

Her second novel set in the country, An Island of Secrets is a dual timeline looking back to World War 2, and although a contemporary
romance featuring mature main characters her third, The Collaborator’s Daughter, has its roots in that conflict too.

Eva lives in Cornwall, although she considers herself Welsh, and has been lucky enough to have been married to the love of her life for more than twenty-five years. She also writes as Jane Cable.

Social Media Links –

Twitter @JaneCable
Instagram @evaglynauthor
Bookbub @EvaGlyn https://www.bookbub.com/authors/eva-glyn
Facebook @EvaGlynAuthor https://www.facebook.com/EvaGlynAuthor

Review-

Poignant, atmospheric and utterly enthralling, this is another resounding triumph from Eva Glyn!

Not quite a dual timeline because of the scarcity of information available about World War II in Dubrovnik, as explained in the author’s notes at the end of the book, the narrative is nevertheless spilt over two time periods; 1944 and 2009/10.

There are so many strengths to this story. Eva Glyn has a wonderful way of creating not only vivid, authentic characters, but also depicts her settings with such descriptive clarity, you can picture the scenes in your mind. Dubrovnik and its’ islands, both during wartime and in the present day come alive in the pages.

The central character Fran, or Safranka as she was named when she was born, is a complex but extremely likeable protagonist. She has spent her life needing to be needed by others and her journey of self-discovery as she seeks to uncover her past is thoughtfully portrayed. It is also an interesting angle to have a more mature lead female.

Particularly heartwarming is the development of her relationship with Jadran, who similarly has his own demons to overcome. It is a joy to follow their rediscovery of romance later in life after both have endured such heartache.

The secondary characters within the plot all play a vital role, with Fran’s long term friend Parisa being the perfect antidote to her fretting. I also love the description of the traditional women sellers at the market who befriend Fran and welcome her with open arms. Even Eli, despite their unfortunate first encounter, ends up being a pivotal player in Fran’s discoveries.

It is also testament to the author, that although the content is harrowing and graphic in places, the historical aspect has clearly been thoroughly researched and fits authentically into the plot.

A truly wonderful read and one which I cannot recommend highly enough!

With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and One More Chapter for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

Further stops can be found here:

** Blog Tour ** The Forgotten Palace- Alexandra Walsh

I’m thrilled to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Forgotten Palace.’

In an underground labyrinth a lost soul wanders, waiting for revenge, waiting for love…

London 1900

Alice Webster has made the worst decision of her life. When her Aunt Agatha offers her the chance to go on a Grand Tour she jumps at the opportunity to get away from the glare of scandal.

Heading off to see the world as the century turns, Alice begins to believe her broken heart can be healed, and a chance encounter on a train bound for Paris changes everything.

When their journey takes them to a Cretan house thick with history, and the world-famous dig at Knossos, stories from the past begin to echo through Alice’s life.

London Present Day

Eloise De’Ath is meant to be a grieving widow. But if people knew the truth about her late husband, they’d understand why she can’t even pretend.

Needing to escape, Eloise heads to Crete and the house her father-in-law Quinn left her, and slowly Quinn’s home begins to reveal its mysteries.

In his office Eloise discovers his life’s work: the study of the Victorian excavation to find the Minotaur’s labyrinth. Fascinated by the diaries of a young woman from the dig, Eloise is drawn into Alice’s tale of lost love and her growing obsession with Ariadne, the princess of the labyrinth.

Three women divided by time but connected by the long-hidden secrets of the past. As their stories join in a golden thread, a terrible injustice might finally be undone…

Purchase Link – https://amzn.to/3kbJCiI

Author Bio –

Alexandra Walsh is the bestselling author of dual timeline historical mysteries, previously published by Sapere. Her books range from the fifteenth century to the Victorian era and are inspired by the hidden voices of women that have been lost over the centuries.

Formerly a journalist, writing for national newspapers, magazines and TV, her first book for Boldwood will be published in Spring
2023.

Social Media Links –

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarquesshousetrilogy

Twitter: https://twitter.com/purplemermaid25

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purplemermaid25/

Bookbub profile: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/alexandra-walsh

Review-

This is the first of this author’s work I’ve read but I’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for future releases now!

Written as a dual timeline, this is a sweeping historical mystery which is expertly woven together. Unlike some other novels in this genre, we are able to build up our knowledge of the main characters over successive chapters, rather than flitting from one story to the other and this works particularly well as the reader gains a real sense of what is happening both in the 1900s and the present day.

The cover is particularly striking and sets the scene of the novel perfectly. The author has clearly extensively researched the history of the Minoans in Crete and the archaeological dig to discover the Palace of Knossos, while the linking chapters detailing elements of Greek mythology and the story of Ariadne and the Minotaur gives this an extra special edge over other works of historical fiction.

Victorian society and values are similarly well portrayed as poor Alice has to suffer the indignity of a disastrous love choice before she is whisked away by her sympathetic aunt on a Grand Tour.

I liked the way in which family secrets were such an integral part of the plot in both timelines and felt this golden thread within the narrative was cleverly done to link the lives of Alice and Eloise beyond their interest in history.

A fascinating and evocative read. Highly recommended.

With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** From the Ashes- Melissa Addey

I’m thrilled to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘From the Ashes.’

They called it the Flavian Amphitheatre. We call it the Colosseum. Let the Games begin.

Rome, 80AD. A gigantic new amphitheatre is being built. The Emperor has plans for gladiatorial Games on a scale no-one has ever seen before.

But the Games don’t just happen by themselves. They must be made. And Marcus, the man in charge of creating them, has just lost everything he held dear when Pompeii disappeared under the searing wrath of Vesuvius.

Now it will fall to Althea, the slave woman who serves as his scribe, to ensure the Colosseum is inaugurated on time – and that Marcus makes his way out of the darkness that calls to him.

Can a motley crew comprising a retired centurion, slaves, a prostitute and an ex Vestal Virgin pull off the greatest gladiatorial Games ever seen? Or will they fail and find themselves in the arena as
punishment?

Time is running out to deliver an unforgettable spectacle.

From the Ashes is the first, fast-paced novel in the gripping new Colosseum series. Follow the quick- witted and fiercely loyal backstage team of the Colosseum through the devastation of Pompeii, plague and fire. This is historical fiction at its most captivating: both action-packed and tender.

Take a front row seat at the Colosseum’s inaugural gladiatorial Games.

Buy From the Ashes today.

Trailer Link – https://youtu.be/CbM54gjiT20

Purchase Link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ashes-Colosseum-Book-1-ebook/dp/B08W1TJWXH

https://www.amazon.com/ashes-colosseum-book-1-ebook/dp/B08W1TJWXH

Author Bio –

Melissa Addey writes historical fiction set in Ancient Rome, medieval Morocco and 18th century China. She is a fulltime self-published author and runs workshops for authors wanting to be entrepreneurial.

Her books have been selected for Editor’s Choice by the Historical Novel
Society and won the inaugural Novel London award. She has been the Leverhulme Trust Writer in Residence at the British Library, has a PhD in Creative Writing and works with the Alliance of Independent Authors on their campaigns.

If you’d like to try her writing, visit http://www.melissaaddey.com to pick up a free novella, The Cup.

Social Media Links –

https://www.melissaaddey.com where readers can get a free novella that starts another series (medieval Morocco).

https://www.facebook.com/MelissaAddeyAuthor

https://twitter.com/MelissaAddeyg

Review-

This was something of a departure from my usual reads, but I’ve always been fascinated with the story of Pompeii and so the synopsis immediately caught my attention.

I’m so glad it did! This is an exceptional tale; brilliantly told and worthy of many plaudits.

Written in a thoroughly engaging style but with a definite sense of historical accuracy, author Melissa Addey has created a piece of historical fiction that will live long in the memory.

I loved the fact that this was so much more than a recount of the building of the Flavian Amphitheatre (Colosseum) in Rome. It is a tale of loyalty, heartache, respect and integrity, whilst at the same time offering a perspective into some of the lesser known elements of Roman society at that time.

The portrayal of such strong female characters in Althea and Fausta, was particularly fascinating, supported by the seemingly forward-thinking for the time Marcus, who enabled them to flourish despite their perceived places in society as a slave and prostitute.

The detail surrounding the planning of the amphitheatre and the hundreds of civilians involved in bringing the ideas to fruition, as well as the description of the pestilence that threatened to scupper the endeavour was especially interesting and added a real human element to what is usually a glorified topic.

I note that this is penned as the first in a Colosseum series. I will certainly be keeping my eyes peeled for future releases!

With thanks to the author and Rachel at Random Resources for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** The Assistant- Amanda Reynolds

I’m really pleased to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Assistant.’

I know many things about Larissa.

I know what she eats, which must-have brands she applies to her face, and the price of each carefully selected ‘piece’ in her multi-million-pound home in Belgravia.

Because Ris, as she is known to her many followers, likes to share. And now I’m here, in her home, watching her every move.

Entrusted with her secrets and running her diary from the bijou basement flat, I’m on hand to fulfil Ris’ every need. Her right-hand woman.

But what she doesn’t know is why I’m really here.

I’ve put a lot on the line to get this job, and now my plan can begin.

I’ve waited long enough.

Purchase Link – https://amzn.to/3Wa9SY2

Author Bio –

Amanda Reynolds is the bestselling psychological suspense author whose debut novel, Close To Me, was adapted as a major six-part TV series for Channel 4 in 2021.

Previously published by Headline, her books have been translated into multiple languages. Amanda lives near Cheltenham.

Social Media Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaReynoldsAuthor

Twitter https://twitter.com/amandareynoldsj

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ajreynolds2/

Bookbub profile: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/amanda-reynolds

Review-

The synopsis on this one had my interest piqued from the outset and there was enough suspense within the writing to keep me second guessing as to Gail’s motives.

The twist to this one is undoubtedly in the format. Written as a series of transcribed interviews, email exchanges and diary entries, the reader is able to gradually build up ideas about the central characters, whilst the author is able to carefully reveal twists and turns along the way.

In this current age of social media frenzy and the ever-increasing number of ‘influencers’, choosing this writing style fits perfectly and is relatable to today’s lifestyles. I also liked the stark contrast between Ris and Gail’s lives, despite the circumstances that see them thrown together.

It’s a slow burn of a read and it takes a few ‘chapters’ to work out who is narrating and who is who, but once you overcome this, it’s easy to follow.

An intriguing read and a novel concept!

With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** The Little Venice Bookshop- Rebecca Raisin

I’m really pleased to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Little Venice Bookshop.’

A bundle of mysterious letters. A trip to Venice. A journey she’ll never forget.

When Luna loses her beloved mother, she’s bereft: her mother was her only family, and without her Luna feels rootless. Then the chance discovery of a collection of letters in her mother’s belongings
sends her on an unexpected journey.

Following a clue in the letters, Luna packs her bags and heads to Venice, to a gorgeous but faded bookshop overlooking the canals, hoping to uncover the truth about her mother’s mysterious past.

Will Luna find the answers she’s looking for – and finally find the place she belongs?

Purchase Links

Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3Guv8lH

Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3CuJl0A

Amazon Aust: https://amzn.to/3Xeqlv9

Author Bio –

Rebecca Raisin writes heartwarming romance from her home in sunny Perth, Australia.

Her heroines tend to be on the quirky side and her books are usually set in exotic locations so her readers can armchair travel any day of the week. The only downfall about writing about gorgeous heroes who have brains as well as brawn, is falling in love with them – just as well they’re fictional.

Rebecca aims to write characters you can see yourself being friends with. People with big hearts who care about relationships and believe in true, once in a lifetime love. Her bestselling novel Rosie’s Travelling Tea Shop has been optioned for film with MRC studios and Frolic Media.

Social Media Links –

https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaRaisinAuthor

https://www.twitter.com/jaxandwillsmum

https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaraisinwrites2/

https://signup.harpercollins.co.uk/join/signup-hq-Rebecca raisin

Review-

This is my first foray into books from this author and I was enticed in by two of my favourite things in Venice and books!

It didn’t start the way I expected but I found myself fascinated by the recount of the central character Luna’s early life as part of a commune and her travels with her mother. I loved the contrast between the strong sense of community and kindred spirits and Luna’s wanderlust, even after her mum had decided to put roots down in one place.

The strength of friendship between Luna and Gigi, who meet while travelling is a key component of the storyline as Luna wrestles with the past to find herself.

I loved the development of Luna’s character and how Gigi was used as a vehicle to allow her to not only explore her hidden feelings, but also to open her eyes to new horizons and possibilities.

The bookshop and Luna’s love of literature is a focal point of the story and provides the perfect metaphor as she seeks to rummage through the tidbits of the past in order to discover her future.

An enjoyable read.

With thanks to the author and Rachel at Random Resources for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** The Officer’s Wife- Catherine Law

I’m delighted to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘The Officer’s Wife.’

1939 – American heiress Vivi Miles falls for naval officer Nathan as soon as she arrives in England. And, under the threat of war, they marry in a whirlwind before he leaves to join his ship.

When Nathan returns from Dunkirk injured, he is distant, aloof, and no longer the man Vivi fell in love with. But it’s not just because of his brutal experiences of war. Nathan has a secret and Vivi suspects it’s linked to the mysterious evacuee at the secluded house in the woods on his Kent estate.

As war continues to rage, Vivi battles her own grief and loneliness, and tries to find out the truth of the girl’s identity, uncovering a scandal from the past.

Is her love for Nathan strong enough to survive?

Purchase Link – https://amzn.to/3QgqLiu

Author Bio –

Catherine Law lives in Kent, 10 minutes from the sea, having grown up in Harrow. And ever since she was a child, she has loved to create stories. She writes romantic novels set in the first half of the 20th century, in and around the First and Second World Wars.

Her books are inspired by the tales our mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers tell us, and the secrets they keep.

Social Media Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catherinelawbooks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorCathLaw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherinelawauthor/
Newsletter Sign Up: https://bit.ly/CatherineLawNews
Bookbub profile: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/catherine-law

Review-

This is an epic tale that cannot fail to pull at your heart strings!

Recounted across three ‘books’, spanning different periods of time, ‘The Officer’s Wife’ is not only a story of war and the heartache it can bring, but also a tale of resilience and the sheer determination of one woman to succeed against all odds.

The character of Vivi is portrayed exceptionally and the author should be commended for the way in which she allows her character to develop and triumph in the face of seemingly constant adversity.

It’s difficult not to have mixed feelings about Nathan, given the horrors he has endured as part of the war effort but also his duplicity in the treatment of his wife once he is discharged from active duty.

The dynamics between the varying characters and the interwoven historical detail, alongside elements of class attitudes, lends a real authenticity to the plot, and leaves you rooting for Vivi to find peace.

A must-read for all fans of historical fiction and romance!

With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

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** Blog Tour ** I Love You, Always, Forever- Charlie Dean

I’m delighted to be one of today’s stops on the blog tour for ‘I Love You, Always, Forever.’

Life is full of highs and lows, but it’s who helps us through that counts.

Stumbling across her teenage diaries in her childhood home, Charlie is instantly transported to the 1990s.

Charlie relives all the emotions and feelings as memories come flooding back, from first kiss to first love and everything in between.

Back in the present and Charlie discovers that even in the darkest of times, light and laughter can ALWAYS be found.

A heartfelt journey through life, from teenage angst to the trials and tribulations of adulthood.

Family love, friendship and romance weave throughout but who will love you, always, forever?

Pre-order Links

Amazon UK – https://www.amazon.co.uk/I-Love-You-Always-Forever-ebook/dp/B0BSYSTC2Z/

Amazon US – https://www.amazon.com/I-Love-You-Always-Forever-ebook/dp/B0BSYSTC2Z/

Follow Charlie Dean on Twitter – https://twitter.com/CharlieADean

Review-

This is an absolute gem of a book!

Thoroughly engaging and written in an easy, fluent style that draws you in from the outset, author Charlie Dean has pulled together the perfect combination of ingredients to make this a hit.

It deals with some difficult themes in the present day chapters but also includes plenty of light-hearted, relatable moments and everyday observations to strike the balance.

It’s incredibly up to date, with references to life post-COVID, as well as events such as the deaths of Olivia Newton-John and Darius Danish, but perhaps its’ greatest triumph is the plentiful throwback references to the 90s.

I lost count of the number of times I found myself smiling or nodding my head in recognition of a memory from the era. Whether it was the desire to get hold of a copy of Judy Blume’s ‘Forever’, the tragedy of never owning a Mr Frosty, the old library system pre-technology where you checked out a book by the little card at the front or the envy of a friend who had a soda stream at their house, readers of a certain age will undoubtably find something relatable.

Then, there is the exploration of the foray into first love and all of the emotion it entails.

There is genuinely so much to like about this book. If it’s not already, be sure to add it to your ‘to-be-read’ list!

With thanks to the author and Rachel at Random Resources for the opportunity to participate in the tour.

Further stops can be found here: