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'Nights of Rain and Stars' by Maeve Binchy Well it was ok'ish....easy read. Four strangers are brought together on a Greek island and witness a disaster in the village they are staying in. Elsa, Fiona, David and Thomas all have their own reasons for being there and throughout their stay become good friends. Vonni becomes a friend to all, but she seems more like an agony aunt really, but likeable enough. Slightly predictable in how things turn out, a holiday read if you need one. I have enjoyed Maeve Binchy in the past, but this isn't one I will be calling a favourite. 2/5

'I Let You Go' by Clare Mackintosh Well that was good. I should have devoured this one on holiday. A great twisty, turny plot although think I had figured out a couple of them but the ending...I say no more. Read it. It did start quite slow paced in Part 1, obviously introducing all the characters involved, but certainly picked up pace in Part 2. I found I wasn't turning/reading the pages quick enough. I liked all the characters and their involvement in this slightly gruesome plot at times...a fatal hit and run accident of a young boy, was Jenna involved in this? Later on for one of the characters it becomes a bit disturbing, but it was well written. I enjoyed the slow simmering build up to boiling point of the plot and it didn't disappoint. Definitely worth all the great reviews I seen and heard about this book. If you enjoy a psychological thriller this is one for you. 5/5

Raith Rovers...top o' the league...woop

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Just watched the first episode of the new thriller on BBC1....'One of Us'...ooo was good.

I have square eyes and bottom keeping up with all the coverage via BBC online and red/blue button on the telly. Loving it though, great to see Andy Murray do so well in his first round and Johanna Konta. Was looking forward to more rowing but shame the weather put paid to that. I stayed up late to watch swimming too last night....I'm suffering a bit now, but am tempted to get up for Adam Peaty at 2.53.

Yeh..I worry for the athletes out there...so hope there aren't any horror stories. Looking forward to watching as much as I can of it...I love the Olympics...well sport in general to be honest. So chuffed to see our Andy Murray being chosen for our flag bearer...he is general honoured to be carrying the flag for GB. Let the games begin...oh wait they already have...hubby was watching some of the footie tonight.

How did you get all your books home from the library...

Reading...' Night of Rain & Stars ' ~ Maeve Binchy. I haven't read any of hers in ages....found out lost on a shelf, forgot I had this one...not overly gripping though.

Just borrowed 'I Let you go' by Clare Mackintosh from my friend. Been hearing so many good things about this one and from her. I'm going to take it on holiday with me.

'Peaches for Monsieur Le Cure' by Joanne Harris Having loved 'Chocolat' and being one of my all time favourite reads, I looked forward to being reacquainted with Vianne Rocher again and other characters. As always I find Joanne Harris writing to be very atmospheric. I was drawn in to the familiar surroundings of Lansquenet once more when Vianne, Anouk and Rosette return after receiving a letter. However, they arrive in the middle of Ramandan and find things and people have changed from when they were last there. Vianne has been told 'she has to return as someone needs her help', but what does this mean. There is a strong Muslim community, now and there are strong clashes within the town. Father Reynaud ultimately is accused of crimes he didn't commit, he has to try and prove he is innocent but goes missing. Vianne once again is centre of attention in her attempts to get to the bottom of what is happening. Disappointingly though there was a lack of 'chocolat' making. All in all I did enjoy it but I did find there were so many different characters I was having difficulty remembering who was related to who. However it didn't distract too much from the main storyline. A few twist and turns along the way right to the conclusion. I do love Vianne...and would love her to open her little shop again and write another tale about Lansquenet. 4/5

You saw the best of the tennis then Shirley.

Well Shirley....much as I love Andy Murray...have to say his support of the team was enough. What fantastic tennis the team played to get through to the next round. So chuffed to be Scottish and have such great players from Dunblane.

There has been some fantastic tennis this year.....will be glued to the telly from 11am tomorrow...hoping young Gordon Reid can get his singles wheelchair title tomorrow...then our Andy Murray at 2pm...woop

Oh my...Djokovic down 2 sets vi Querrey...bring it on tomorrow..!

Way to go Wales...

Love your cover...Claire is so lovely to bring you pressies when you meet up...wish I could meet the pair of you