Tag: myths
The Bone Mother by Suzy Aspley
When reporter Martha Strangeways is summoned to investigate the discovery of body parts on a remote railway track, she’s drawn into a strange case, as her own past comes back to haunt her… The atmospheric, chilling series continues…RitualsSecretsA killer who will protect them at any cost… Martha Strangeways has settled into a quiet life in Strathbran, after the horrific events that traumatised the village … Read More The Bone Mother by Suzy Aspley
The Bone Garden by Tess Burnett
Nearly 500 years ago, a woman was burned… and this village never forgot. Lonely widow Susan Reid, scarred by a childhood accident, makes an impulsive decision to start again in a remote Cornish village. Polherron is picturesque, steeped in myths and ancient traditions – the perfect place to disappear into a quieter life. As Susan settles in, she becomes drawn to a local legend: … Read More The Bone Garden by Tess Burnett
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The Story Collector by Evie Gaughan
In a quiet village in Ireland, a mysterious local myth is about to change everything… One hundred years ago, Anna, a young farm girl, volunteers to help an intriguing American visitor translate fairy stories from Irish to English. But all is not as it seems and Anna soon finds herself at the heart of a mystery that threatens her very way of life. In … Read More The Story Collector by Evie Gaughan
+ audio book, child abduction, fantasy, folklore, Historical fiction, kidnapping, Magical realism, mythology, review, superstition
Once Upon A River by Diane Setterfield
On a dark midwinter’s night in an ancient inn on the river Thames, an extraordinary event takes place. The regulars are telling stories to while away the dark hours, when the door bursts open on a grievously wounded stranger. In his arms is the lifeless body of a small child. Hours later, the girl stirs, takes a breath and returns to life. Is it … Read More Once Upon A River by Diane Setterfield
Twisting Time: Forbidden City of Gold by DF Jones Publication Day
From USA Today Bestselling author D.F. Jones, Twisting Time: Forbidden City of Gold is a riveting fantasy novel that seamlessly blends cosmic love, myths and legends, and divine intervention with high-stakes adventure. At its heart lies the Supreme Creator’s deep-seated desire to create unity with his divine family and humanity. When the heavenly council member Soal, representing the Holy Trifecta, amplifies their network of warriors across … Read More Twisting Time: Forbidden City of Gold by DF Jones Publication Day
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My Top 8 Books of 2023 – Part One
Here are my favourite eight books of the first quarter of 2023. One of these will definitely make it into my top three books of 2023. While I read a lot of crime novels all these books are other genres, as a crime novel needs to be totally unique and exceptional to make it into my favourites. So Pretty by Ronnie Turner Part way through … Read More My Top 8 Books of 2023 – Part One
