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Lessons in Chemistry is the story of a misunderstood, quirky, and unconventional chemist, Elizabeth Zott. Set in the early 1960s, Elizabeth is beautiful but not prim. Honestly, she can’t be bothered. She has more important things to do, like personally and professionally challenging societal norms. Her brilliance captures the attention of Calvin Evans, and they quite literally collide, bonded beyond measure. Cultural constructs force Elizabeth into a new career where her determination and unique perspective start a revolutionary reaction. As she reluctantly becomes the star of the hit afternoon show, Supper at Six, her scientific approach to culinary experimentation quickly attracts a devoted following. But not everyone is pleased with her matter-of-fact methods. A cerebral yet simple story of devotion and resilience, Elizabeth Zott teaches women to cook but also empowers them to change their lives and the world around them. Underestimated and unwavering, she proves that the ability t

The Rains Came Down takes readers to the alternate streets of London where a mysterious addiction consumes ageless souls. When three arrivals threaten the stability of the universe, change looms over the parallel world. How can they get back home... is that even possible? Gareth awakens in The Meadow—a realm suspended between life and death. He finds refuge with a  circus, wandering across a perilous landscape where rebel forces ignite defiance and anxiously await the next tear in the fabric of existence.  Driven by an insatiable thirst for answers, Gareth is confronted with the darkest recesses of his own memories. Action crackles through every page and emotions change as quickly as the crazy weather patterns. Prepare for an immersive adventure, where the fate of both worlds hangs in a delicate balance. Everybody had marbles as a kid, right? Here, they are not a game for children. Without giving too much away, the process of forging marbles is just as odd as understanding that they a

Who needs a new book?  I've been in a bit of a slump lately so wanted to give one (1) lucky winner the opportunity to read something special.  Prize is one (1) book of my choosing from the winner's Amazon UK wishlist.  Start date is June 5 and ends June 30, 2023 – with multiple ways to earn extra entries.  Good luck, everyone! ENTER HERE

Murder By Natural Causes introduces us to Cilla, a 22-year-old contract killer who specialises in the dry job,  making murders appear as natural deaths. She is an unconventional anti-heroine, lacking beauty and physical strength, but armed with astute cleverness and tenacity. But Cilla knows her luck won't last forever, and she must find a way to reinvent herself before her past catches up with her. This intelligent thriller keeps readers engaged in her journey of self-preservation towards the normal life she so desperately craves. Do you remember going to raves and where you were when the Berlin Wall fell?  Cilla does, and it all conveniently coincides with her own small glimmer of hope. As a product of an experimental programme training child assassins behind the Iron Curtain, she had no need for emotions. This protagonist seemed more of a curiosity to me when I first started listening. She even taught me a little about the game of bridge, which I fondly remember my parents play