The best historical fiction books of 2023
Times bestsellers
The Sunday Times Bestsellers List — the UK’s definitive book sales chart
New Historical Fiction Books – The New York Times
From the dark heart of a misguided follower to the young hand of a diarist whose words outlived her, these novels encompass the full spectrum of humanity.
— Read on www.nytimes.com/2023/09/15/books/review/new-historical-fiction.html
Pencils at the ready: Crossword Puzzles for Brain Fitness
by Aimee Lucido; Matthew Stock

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It is often said that solving crosswords is good for the brain. That may indeed be so but I also find that solving them is fun. Here is a good collection of puzzles that range in difficulty for easy to tough. I really liked the section at the start of the book that gave some advice on solving.
This title looks like a fun and (sometimes) challenging one. I think that I will buy the hard copy so that I can solve them.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Zeitgeist for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 14 November 2023
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Murder by the Seashore (Samantha Yew)

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Crooked Lane Books publishes so many enjoyable traditional murder mysteries of which this is one. This time the story centers on a young woman who is opening a bookshop; in my opinion, the best kind of store. It should be part of a dream job in process except:
Scarlett’s boyfriend is no longer part of her life.
She finds a body.
She is left some money and…
could be a suspect and
this may just complicate things.
Here is a good story, a good setting, good characters and a bookstore. What more could traditional fans want? This is one to enjoy.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 17 October 2023
Product Details
Hardcover | $31.99
Published by Crooked Lane Books
Oct 17, 2023| 256 Pages| 5-1/2 x 8-1/4| ISBN 9781639104932
On Rowling/Galbraith and her new Strike novel
The Running Grave by Robert Galbraith review — a strike against misogyny
The Best Mystery and Thrillers Books of Fall 2023
If you love twisty, suspenseful stories that keep you guessing, you’ll love our list of the best mystery and thriller books of fall 2023!
— Read on www.bookbub.com/blog/mystery-thriller-books-fall-2023
Emily Wilson’s Iliad
The Iliad by Homer, translated by Emily Wilson review — slaughter, grief and female bondage
Learn: How to Ride a Horse (Debbie Burgermeister)

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Young riders will find a terrific resource in this book. It is filled with photos, quizzes and many facts about riding. Start with safety and move on to everything a beginner needs to know from mounting to dismounting, holding reins, walking in circles, making figure eights, turning, cantering and more. Also learn how to care for a horse and its gear, for example,knowing how to put on a saddle.
This title is part of a series. Young riders will want them all on their bookshelves.
Many thanks to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 10 August 2022