Books and Mortar

Introducing a favourite comfort read, the incomparable duo of Bertie Wooster and his valet Reginald Jeeves. These books are rays of sunshine to brighten up the dullest of moods. Also, what do you think of censorship in books? This is an independent podcast and all views and opinions expressed are my own.

Shubnum Khan's heart warming novel follows three generations of Indian women living in Johannesburg as they navigate to overcome their unique trauma and finally come together as a family. Minor spoiler warning. Trigger warnings for this book include mental illness and suicide. This is an independent podcast and all views and opinions expressed are my own.

My review of The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo. Is it possible to love a plot but not the characters? The storyline held so much promise, but in the end did it deliver? Listen to find out! This is an independent podcast and all views and opinions expressed are my own.

Jennie Godfrey's first published novel is a love letter to Yorkshire in the 1970s. It follows the story of Miv and Sharon who are trying to catch the Yorkshire Ripper, by making a list of suspicious things and people around their neighbourhood. Join me as I talk through the book, adding some of my thoughts and ideas along the way. Trigger warnings for this book: mental illness, suicide, domestic v...