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Based in Glasgow. Used to review under the name Lollygagger. (Learn more about this Cannonballer: ASKReviews' Quick Questions interview - as Lollygagger.)

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The Story Is Interesting, But the Writing Is Not Good

My Story by Lewis Hamilton (Timothy Collings ghostwriter)

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Best for: I cannot imagine anyone other than a new Lewis Hamilton fan finding this book interesting. In a nutshell: Lewis Hamilton shares his journey to Formula One, ending at the end of his very first season as a Formula 1 driver (so 1985-2007, essentially). Worth quoting: “But I do not want to be the Tiger Woods of motor racing – just being the Lewis Hamilton of motor racing will be cool enough for me.” “It is mostly mental energy that you are losing; you […]

Truly Ambivalent (also, CANNONBALL)

Butter by Asako Yuzuki

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(Translation of the book by Polly Barton) Best for: People looking for a very long book to sink their teeth into; people who enjoy romantic descriptions of meals. In a nutshell: Journalist Rika is after an interview with Manako Kajii, who is about to undergo a retrial after being convicted of murder three former boyfriends. When she finally gets a meeting with Manako, her life takes a turn. Worth quoting: “A far more important question, she had come to understand, was how to enjoy this […]

A Classic With a Fantastic Final Line

The Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie

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Best for: Those looking for a quick, satisfying read. In a nutshell: Leonard is accused of killing an elderly woman, Emily. He believes his wife will serve as his alibi. Will she? Worth quoting: “Everything has something to hide, something they would do anything to protect.” Why I chose it: I enjoyed “The Unexpected Guest,” and have been checking out what is available of Christie’s at my local library. Review: I listened to this, and it was read by Christie’s grandson. Cool idea, but his […]

Loads of Handy Tips

How to Clean Everything by Ann Russell

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Best for: Anyone who has the ability to clean things. In a nutshell: Ann Russell, professional cleaner (and TikTok cleaning question answerer) shares a collection of her tips for keeping a clean home. Worth quoting: “10-20 minutes every night and 10 minutes before you leave in the morning should keep your space under control.” “Try to pull furniture out to go under and behind, but don’t beat yourself up if you can’t – decent people don’t check for dust behind your sofa; ask any that […]

The Guest Isn’t the Only Unexpected Thing

The Unexpected Guest by Agatha Christie

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Best for: Those looking for a quick read that challenges one to think about who the real culprit is. In a nutshell: Michael Starkwedder has run his car off the road and is looking for a phone to use. He finds a house, lets himself in, and sees a woman with a gun and a man dead. Worth quoting: N/A (I listened to this as an audio book) Why I chose it: I’ve enjoyed the films based on Christie’s writings, and so wanted to read […]

Infuriating

Night Watching by Tracy Sierra

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Best for: Those who want a page turner that has an underlying message about society. In a nutshell: Our protagonist isn’t given a name – in fact, no one, I realised only as I started writing this review, has a proper name. Everyone is identified by their relation or role – mother, father, daughter, son. She wakes up in the night to see a man standing in her hallway, and has to make a decision about how to keep her children safe. Worth quoting: “Men […]



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