100 Challenging Cross-Fitness Brain Exercises

by Pierre Berloquin

#SherlockHolmesPuzzlesVisualPuzzles #NetGalley

The author of this book invites the reader to be an assistant to Sherlock Holmes. Can you do the job? I confess that I was not really up to it.

Each of the 100 puzzles in this book begins with a picture. Beneath is a clue as to what the solver is looking for. The puzzles are all of this same type.

In order to solve these, you need a good spatial sense and an eye for detail. Do you want to take on the challenge?

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: October 27. 2020

New Books to Make Your Heart Race

by Alex Finlay; Camilla Sten; P. J. Tracy; Elle Cosimano

#TheMinotaurSampler #NetGalley

This title provides a generous sampling of four titles that will be coming out soon. For each book, there is a description of the author and the book’s plot. These are followed by several chapters from the books. There is definitely a long enough extract that readers will know if they want to read thenovel in its entirety.

Readers of mystery and suspense, take a look. You may find something to get you through the next few months.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: November 3, 2020

Hope you see something that interests you here. Enjoy.

I Feel Proud

Why do I feel proud today?

by

DK

#IFeelProud #NetGalley

This title is another entry in a new series that will help young children to recognize and express their feelings. As can be seen from the title, this entry is about being proud. Young children learn what the term proud means and the things that may elicit this feeling. Attention is also paid to times when pride may lead to issues as in bragging. The cheerful star based and colorful illustrations add to the book. This title can help with children’s emotional learning process.

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this title in exchange for an honest review.

My Therapist Says

Advice You Should Probably (Not) Follow

by My Therapist Says

#MyTherapistSays #NetGalley

Some readers will know that My Therapist Says is not only the title of this book but, in addition, something that can be followed on Instagram. Readers should know that this is a somewhat tongue in cheek title and not straight advice. Once readers know that, they may find it to be an enjoyable read.

The book is divided into a number of sections. A few of these include Am I a CEO yet?; You Can’t Leave, You’re My Only Friend; and Mom! The Meatloaf!.

This title should appeal to those who enjoy My Therapist Says on Instagram. It was not really for me though.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.

#Draw62AnimalsandMakeThemHappy #NetGalley This book teaches how to draw a variety of cheerful looking animals. There are guinea pigs, walruses, spotted dogs, cats, polar bears, spiders, horses, emus and more. All of the steps are shown in drawings and look easy to follow. Get out your pencils and have some fun. This looks like a good way to pass some time during our Covid restricted lives. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

I loved The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes. I always like Donna Leon. There is a good Reginald Hill here. I included Martha Gelhorn’s book which I find intriguing after reading Paula McLain’s historical fiction about her and Hemingway. Enjoy.

World’s Greatest Wonders

From Nature’s Special Places to Stunning Masterpieces Created by Outstanding Artists and Architects

by Editors of Chartwell Books

#WorldsGreatestWonders #NetGalley

We all know that the world is full of wonders though often we don’t even think about them. This beautifully photographed title will remind you to be in awe of some amazing places. It features both man-made and natural wonders including places like Stonehenge, Petra, Chichen itza, St Peter’s Basilica and more in the man-made section while the natural wonders include The Galapagos Islands, Iguazu Falls, Kilimanjaro, Niagara Falls and others.

Each wonder is placed on a map, is gorgeously photographed and diagrammed. A lovely book for the armchair traveler.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to seeing the print copy of this one.

Midwinter Murder

Fireside Tales from the Queen of Mystery

by Agatha Christie

#MidwinterMurder #NetGalley This collection of winter themed stories from the esteemed Agatha Christie will be welcomed by her fans, readers new to her works, and those who enjoy mystery tales. With twelve intriguing stories, readers will be able to wile away a few evenings as the days get shorter. I enjoyed and recommend this title. It was a delight to discover some new Christies. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

A great chance to get some Dorothy Sayers mysteries! Enjoy.