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October Book Reviews
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This month, four new book releases are previewed by Adele Trathan, as the build-up to the busy reading season begins this autumn
MAD HONEY
By Jodi Picoult A soul-stirring novel about what we choose to keep from our past from the New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here and She’s Not There.
Olivia McAfee knows what it feels like to start over. From a picture-perfect life living in Boston, she never imagined that she would end up back in her sleepy New Hampshire hometown, living in the house she grew up in and taking over her father’s beekeeping business. Lily Campanello is also familiar with new starts as she and her mum relocate to New Hampshire for her final year of high school, they both hope it will be a fresh start. And for just a short while, these new beginnings are exactly what Olivia and Lily need. Their paths cross when Olivia’s son Asher falls for the new girl in school, and Lily can’t help but fall for him, too.
Then one day, Olivia receives a phone call: Lily is dead, and Asher is being questioned by the police. Olivia is adamant that her son is innocent, but suspense, love story and exploration of the secrets we keep threatens to build to a powerful crescendo. Published by Hodder & Stoughton on November 15th
50 TIMES FOOTBALL CHANGED THE WORLD
By Gary Lineker & Ivor Baddiel Like him or loathe him for his Twitter antics, football legend Gary Lineker – with the help of Ivor Baddiel – has put together a collection of truly uplifting, empowering and extraordinary football stories that have inspired him throughout his career.
These serve to highlight the aweinspiring, heart-warming and eye-opening moments that have changed the game – and sometimes the world – forever. From pioneering players, trailblazing managers, and incredible tales both on and off the pitch, this book contains everything you ever wanted to know about the beautiful game. Published by Puffin on October 13th
SOFT LAD: A COLLECTION OF STORIES (ABOUT ME)
By Nick Grimshaw For the first time, DJ and presenter Nick Grimshaw shares his outlooks, surprising obsessions, the things that have shaped him and his personal experiences with the world.
From his move from Oldham, Greater Manchester, to the bright lights of London, to his 14-year career climbing to the helm of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show, he discusses everything from his love of music through to self-care, partying, life-changing nights out, growing up, Red Nose Day, coming out, dogs, family, ADHD, Catholicism, and all that he’s seen in-between.
These are Grimmy’s stories of things that have gone right and wrong across his life and career so far, with all the highs and lows and everything in-between.
Nostalgic and heartfelt, it shines a humorous and captivating lens on the ever-evolving cultural obsessions we live by. Published by Hodder & Stoughton on October 27th
By Tom Daley Not content with winning four Olympic medals for Team GB for diving, Tom Daley has released his own line of knitting kits and a long-awaited debut knitting and crochet book – Made with Love. Describing it as part of his mindfulness routine, Tom is on a mission to inspire the next generation of crafters.
From covetable gifts to chic homeware, cosy accessories and stylish wardrobe essentials, Tom offers helpful tips and tricks to support even the most tentative of beginners. So, whether you are a complete novice or looking for something a little different to try, Tom Daley’s Made with Love will soon have you creating projects to be proud of. Published by Harper Collins on October 27th
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