My review is in for "The Barbecue at No.9". Quick question: Do you remember Live Aid, Sony Walkmans, and Jackie magazine? If you smiled fondly at the memory, then most likely this is a book for you. #booksky

My review is in for "The Barbecue at No.9". Quick question: Do you remember Live Aid, Sony Walkmans, and Jackie magazine? If you smiled fondly at the memory, then most likely this is a book for you. [Full review on my Booksta @scrollingbooks ]

A change of pace for me with a twisty psychological thriller. A fashion designer on the edge of her big break, and an infatuated admirer who just happens to be handsome and rich...What's not to like? #booksky For the full review visit my Booksta ( @scrollingbooks )

Anyone for a new theory on the identity of Jack the Ripper? An intriguing theory about gang culture in Victorian London and a man smack at the heart of it all. #booksky #historybookchat #jacktheripper (visit my Booksta @scrollingbooks for the full review)

A fascinating insight into a disease that could not be discussed in polite society. What was the last non-fiction book you read? #booksky

I have a fascination with the history of smuggling, and I'm soon moving to Bembridge, a place mentioned in this book. I make no comment about my career intentions (ha ha ha) This is a really interesting book for anyone interested in social history or smuggling. #booksky

Book review: A retelling of Jekyll and Hyde (only I haven't read the original, so does that make it a 'telling' for me?) Visit my Booksta (also @scrollingbooks ) for the full review. #booksky #historicalfiction #historicalfiction+

If you love Agatha Christie and love true crime - then this book is a win for you. Full review on my Booksta (link in bio) #historybookchat #booksky

I’d no more go out naked than I would without a book. Say ‘Hi’ if this sounds like you 🥰😂 #booksky

Book Review: "Strange Ways to Die in the Tudor Ages" - a highly readable book for anyone interested in history, trivia, or the Tudor era #booksky #historybookchat #nonfiction

Is it wrong to chuckle over how people die? I've just reviewed this informative and readable book about unusual deaths in the Tudor ages...such as the man who shot himself with his own bow and arrow. Like history and partial to trivia? You should enjoy this. #historybookchat #booksky

The most popular dog breeds in the 1880s vs 2024 Does your dog appear? Pop over to Booksta and @scrollingbooks to find out #dogs #19thcentury #victorian

Interested in the mind of a serial killer? A new book about criminal profiling...and Conan Doyle trying to solve the Jack the Ripper murders. #booksky #historybookchat

A scholarly biography of an 'awkward woman' whose campaigns for suffrage, education, and social justice were well ahead of their times. #historybookchat #booksky #bookreview

That moment when you finish a wonderful book and want to start all over again. Quite the most moving, enjoyable, unforgettable read of 2025 so far... #booksky #bookreview

A solid 5-star read on the end of the Tudor dynasty. Elizabeth I and the political machinations of survival whilst ensuring a stable country. #booksky #historybookchat Full review in my Booksta @Scrollingbooks

A story that hints at the supernatural, but where the events have a haunting and poignant explanation. #booksky #historicalfiction+ Full review on my Booksta

A fledgling author at the start of an adventure… please join me! #booksky #authors #readingcommunity

A fabulous non-fiction read about a true-crime and miscarriage of justice. The author reconstructs events...but does he solve this century old mystery? Full review on my booksta. #historybookchat #booksky #bookreview

Obsessed with my new page markers. What simple things make you absurdly happy? 😃 Let’s share and smile together . #booksky #readers #bookaddict

Love reading about the Titanic but ready for a fresh take on it? Ship of Dreams is just that - character driven with the Titanic as a backdrop. (Full review on Booksta) #booksky #historicalfiction+ #bookreviwe

Is today my lucky 🍀 day? Saw this beauty on the morning dog walk. How should I take best advantage of this good luck? 🥰 #goodluck #dogwalk #happythoughts

5-stars for the true story of a woman tried for the same murder 3 times (told as a novel). An engrossing insight into what people will do to survive. #booksky #HistoricalFiction+ What book based on a true story last had you hooked?

The depth of information and knowledge in this book is staggering. A catalogue of some very un-British behaviour. (See my Booksta for full review.) #booksky #historybookchat #bookreview

I swear Pog can tell the time. The clock chimed midday and she came asking for her lunch 🐕💕 #dogsky

Hugely long shot but if there are any experts here in the geography of late 18th-century Vienna, please get in touch! I am trying to roughly locate an address but I only have a few details and maps are proving a bit gnarly for a total outsider 🙃 #18c #vienna

Have you read The Painter's Daughters? What did you think? There are so many layers to this book...and some intriguing ideas in there and how lovely that this ficitonalised account features the Gainsborough's real-life daughters on the cover! #booksky #historicalfiction+ #historicalfiction

This is too good! #booksky #bookjoke

Nothing quite like the wind in your ears #dogsky #happyplace

Just finished The Painter's Daughters - one of those books that leaves you spoilt for the next read. Does that happen to you? What was the last book you read that made it difficult to move on? #booksky #historicalfiction+

Just finished The Pigeon...(see my Booksta for the review - no spoilers - the language was just breathtaking). And I think this is one of my favourite covers of all time. It really speaks to me. Do share your favourite covers... #booksky #bookchat #readers #bookcommunity

I may or may not be procrastinating...5pm on Sunday and still have not cut the grass (my task for last Friday afternoon.) Is there a prize? #procrastinating #gardening

#historybookchat #booksky I have seen mention of a NF book about the sounds and smells of Tudor England ...not sure if its published yet...can anyone tell me the name or author or provide a link? It's bothering me as I have belatedly decided this is a 'must read'. Thanks!

A romp of a read with an old school country house, locked doors, tight lipped aristocrats...oh, and murders! For the full review see my Insta. #booksky

Just finished my latest side project - a crochet shawl/ scarf. Any other crocheters out there? Do say ‘Hi’ and share a proejecy #crochet

What book are you reading at the moment? I'm reading an ARC of "Arsenic and Old Lies" which is a great play on a Christie title. How about you? #booksky

Vacated my seat for a few seconds and Pog the dog went for next level comfort.

Best sort of day = new fabric arrived. Going to make a dress with an A-lone skirt and flutter sleeves with this beauty. #sewing

A warm mug of hot chocolate of a read, which avoids obvious plot lines and has a surprisingly satisfying ending. See tinyurl.com/5n7hr55h for the full review. What is your favourite historical time period for a novel? #booksky #historicalfiction #greathistoricalfiction

Making another pair of culottes- this time in cheetah print denim. I’m not going to be blending into the background!

Just finished sewing a pair of culottes for the summer - I’m especially pleased with the contrast lining in the pockets. I make these every summer as they are so comfy it’s like wearing secret pyjamas.

I so love these books. Original 19th century copies of some pharmaceutical texts (research for my WIP). It feels so amazing to hold actual history in the hand, something that a physician or apothecary would have referred to. #historyBookChat #Booksky #skystorians

Marty also has a Vinted account, but this is in the process of being updated: www.vinted.co.uk/member/12630... Lots of great bundles and individual volumes. Customer service is very good too! #HistBookChat #Skystorians

Hello #HistBookChat folks , a book seller than might be of interest: Marty has a fantastic range of books (mostly Military History, but across a range of genres) including a mix of contemporary and classic/vintage works. You can find his Ebay account here: ebay.us/m/SV1Phg #Skystorians #Milhist

Yeah! All ‘s well with the world. A Public Holiday but Bargain Hunt is still on at lunchtime #BargainHunt

Difficult to appreciate in a photo - but how tall is this oilseed rape! I’m 6 ft tall and looking up to take the photo.

Bought a pristine 2nd hand copy (from a library) of Violent Women. But feel really bad for the book, as not one single person had borrowed it from the library. Am I odd or do you empathise with books? #historybookchat #history #booksky