Quick Book Reviews with Philippa Hall

In this episode Philippa does a RAINBOW stack of book reviews, which will make more sense if you see the picture on social media! This rainbow stack includes “The Wife” by Meg Wolitzer (Red), “Kill The Father” by Sandrone Dazieri (Orange), “One” by Sarah Crossan (Yellow), “And The Rest Is History” by Jodi Taylor (Green), “The Gods of Guilt” by Michael Connelly (Blue), “Lost Girls” by Angela Marson...

In this episode Philippa recounts an embarrassing event (apologies - it wasn't her greatest moment) and reviews “Fifty Fifty” by Steve Cavanagh, “Deadland” by William Shaw, “”Kingdom of the Wicked” by Derek Landy, “The Three Musketeers” featured by the Classics Illustrated, “Paper Girls - Volume 3” by Brian K Vaughan and Cliff Chiang, “Alex & Ada” by Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn, and the book sh...

In this episode Philippa reviews "Ash Mountain" by Helen Fitzgerald, "The Outcast Dead" by Elly Griffiths, "All In Her Head" by Nikki Smith and the graphic novel "Injection" by Ellis, Shalvey & Bellaire. Plus the book she has just started to read: "Fifty Fifty" by Steve Cavanagh.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Philippa comes clean about what she had planned for the podcast and her change of mind. She reviews 4 books: "The Fallout" by Rebecca Thornton, "Magpie Lane" by Lucy Atkins, "Logging Off" by Nick Spalding and "Blood Heir" by Amelie Wen Zhao.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Audiobooks and bookclubs - don’t give them up! In this episode Philippa reviews paperback “Trumpet” by Jackie Kay and hardback “Becoming” by Michelle Obama as well as audiobooks: "The Hobbit" - BBC Radio Dramatisation, "The Fellowship of the Ring" - BBC Radio Dramatisation, “Blott on the landscape” by Tom Sharpe and “Cragside” by L J Ross.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

In this episode Philippa talks about how to get your reading mojo back at this difficult time. Books include: “Our little Cruelties” by Liz Nugent, “The Music Shop” by Rachel Joyce, “Keeper” by Jessica Moor and “The Hold Out” by Graham Moore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At this strange time, Philippa looks at some slightly different books, which include: “The Last Best Hope” by Una McCormack, “You are a badass” by Jen Sincero, “Wetlands” by Charlotte Roche, as well as the Audiobook versions of: “Seriously I’m Kidding” by Ellen Degeneres and “The life and loves of a he devil” by Graham Norton.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Philippa tells a (frankly) terrible joke, so prepare yourself. She does a final review of "Haven't They Grown" by Sophie Hannah, now she has actually finished the book! She also reviews "Blood Red City" by Rob Reynolds, "Deep State" by Chris Hauty, "Everless" (audiobook version) by Sara Holland and "The Patient Man" (audiobook version) by Joy Ellis. She also answers a listener's/re...

In this episode Philippa looks at more great books including the audiobook version of “Imposter” by LJ Ross, “Watching From The Dark” by Gytha Lodge, “Dying Fall” by Elly Griffiths,  “Haven’t They Grown” by Sophie Hannah and Graphic Novel “Heartstopper Vol 3” by Alice Oseman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Philippa gets back to reviewing more books including: "The Waiting Rooms" by Eve Smith, "The House on the Lake" by Nuala Ellwood, "The Snakes" by Sadie Jones, "The Uncommon Reader" by Alan Bennett and the audiobook version of "Beneath the Surface" by Jo Spain.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode there is something a little different, as Philippa reviews her favourite bookish things that are not actually books! She lists her top 4 bookish podcasts, her favourite 4 book people on YouTube, 4 book-related twitter accounts and finally her 4 favourite bookish instagram people. Podcasts: Honest Author's Show, Simon Mayo's Books of the Year, Partners in Crime & Writer's Routine. Y...

In this episode Philippa has found some chocolate and is back on form! Apologies for last week’s episode, dieting is clearly not a good idea. In this episode Philippa talks about lots of splendid books including: “Scythe” by Neal Shusterman, “One” by Sarah Crossan, “The Sky Is Mine” by Amy Beashel, “The Diary of a Bookseller” by Shaun Bythell & “Nothing Ventured” by Jeffrey Archer. Hosted on Acast...

In this episode Philippa is on a diet, so be warned, she can barely talk. Thank goodness there are some decent books to discuss! Philippa reviews "Bad Island" by Stanley Donwood, "The Babysitter" by Phoebe Morgan (now Philippa has finished the book) and "Agency" by William Gibson. Also reviewed is "Fence Volume 3" by C S Pacat and others, as well as the audiobook "Sleeping Giants" by Sylvain Neuve...

In this episode Philippa talks about the books she has read this week and what is keeping her from reading even more! Books include “A Room Full Of Bones” by Elly Griffiths, “Amour” by Stefania Rousselle, “Daisy Jones And The Six” by Taylor Jenkins Reid, as well as "Sleeping Giants" by Sylvain Neuvel and “The Babysitter” by Phoebe Morgan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

In this episode Philippa looks at some of the most anticipated books due out in the next six months: “All The Rage” by Cara Hunter, “American Dirt” by Jeanine Cummins, “The Mirror & The Light” by Hilary Mantel, “House of Earth and Blood” by Sarah J Maas  and “Chain of Gold” by Cassandra Clare,  “The Agency” By William Gibson, “Strangers” by CL Taylor , “Fifty Fifty” by Steve Cavanagh (not ‘Strange...

Book review podcast episode 38 in which Philippa looks at some fab books for you: “Angel” (Audiobook) by L J Ross, “Perfect Remains” (audiobook) by Helen Fields, “Pine” by Francine Toon, “The Escape Room” by Megan Goldin, “The Hunting Party” by Lucy Foley and “The Diary Of A Somebody” by Brian Bilston.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Philippa reviews 5 great ooks for you but with no chocolate in the house she finds it hard work! The books include: “Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, “Are You Watching?” by @VincentRalph1 , “Golden State" by Ben H. Winters, “Believe Me” by J.P. Delaney,  and “The Wife Between Us” by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

In this episode Philippa reviews the 6 books in the "Richard & Judy" Winter shortlist of 6 books. These include: "The Family Upstairs" by Lisa Jewell, "The Whisper Man" by Alex North, "Blood Orange" by Harriet Tyce, "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides, "Where The Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens and "She Lies in Wait" by Gytha Lodge. Some fabulous books, with 2-3 favourites. Hosted on Acast. See...

This is an audiobook special! Whether you love audiobooks, just tried a few or have never listened to any, this could be of interest. Philippa looks at where to get them, how to listen and some of the audiobooks she has enjoyed but not previously covered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode It’s the power of 3 with three amazing books, audiobooks & graphic novels to choose from! There are 3 Graphic Novels = “Ethel & Ernest” by Raymond Briggs, “The Adventures of John Blake” by Philip Pullman & “Cassandra Darke” by Posy Simmonds. 3 Audiobooks = “Nevermoor” by Jessica Townsend, “Breakers” by Doug Johnstone & “The Vicar of Dibley” by Richard Curtis. Three books = “You Can...

In this episode Philippa recounts the awful thing that happened to her last night and then recovers enough to tell you about lots and lots of books: Violet by S J I Halliday (paperback), The Perfect Wife by J P Delaney (hardback), The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories (hardback), Christmas Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella (hardback), We Met in December by Rosie Curtis (audiobook), Poems for Christmas...

Philippa chats about some fabulous books to consider including: “Ms Ice Sandwich” by Mieoko Kawakami, “The Dilemma” by B A Paris, “Heavenfield” by L J Ross & “On my god, what a complete Aisling” by Emery’s McLysaght & Sarah Breen. Plus more books coming up on the horizon and other bookish chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Philippa waffles on for far too long before she then starts talking about books! There are 7 books to review, so prepare for lots to choose from! "Impossible Causes" by Julie Mayhew, "A woman is no man" by Etaf Rum, "I will miss you tomorrow" by Heine Bakkeid, "Mr Todd's Reckoning" by Iain Maitland. Then the final three reviewed are: "Salt Lane" by William Shaw, "Nothing Important...

New podcast episode (30)! Philippa is delighted to unbox her latest parcel from “Book Box Club” which has just arrived. There will be spoilers if you haven't opened yours yet and considerable excitement, for which we apologise in advance. The podcast also includes a look at some non-fiction titles due to be published in February, with thanks to The Bookseller for the information.   Hosted on Acast...

Episode 29 is here! Books books books! Philippa looks back in time to what she was reading a year ago to give you some more book ideas: "No Further Questions" by Gillian McAllister, "The Liar" by Steve Cavanagh, "The Night She Died" by Jenny Blackhurst, "The Wife" by Meg Wolitzer and "How Do You Like Me Now" by Holly Bourne.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.