Kayleigh McEnany spent most of 2016 declaring on TV that Donald Trump could become President of the United States. In The New American Revolution McEnany travels through some of the major decision points as she saw them in getting a change at the White House.She does this in an interesting fashion by seeking out real people who were affected by issues that the candidates either offered solutions to or failed to recognise.While the book makes good points it is not for [...]

The allure of a death row inmate is too much for one South west of England teacher to bare as she sets about helping to exonerate the him from his sentence.Sam is a complex character who provides our point of view for the story. Her unease is palpable especially due to the narration of Christina Cole. Her vocal performance of Sam especially is very strong especially in her more vunerable moments.Overall this book has a lot pull though it may not appeal to all. the [...]

For many Ernest Shackleton was one of the best explorers of his time however it is perhaps his biggest failure that lead to him achieving immortality.Endurance; Shackleton's Incredible Journey, tells the story of man versus the elements in such a way that if it was fiction you would say it was too far fetched to be believable. However thanks to first accounts (in the form of diaries and letters etc) Alfred Lansing has manged to create a narrative that is sure to shoc [...]

Games with the Dead: A PC Donal Lynch ThrillerFollowing the life and cases of PC Donal Lynch, writer James Nally has created a complex character who has an unusual 'power' of being bale to receive messages from those who have recently passed away. This is obviously a benefit to a Police Officer but it can also be a huge burden to carry.​Games with the Dead is the thrid book in this series but easily accessible to new listeners. games_with_the_dead_review.mp3 [...]

​The Butchering Art: Joseph Lister's Quest to Transform the Grisly World of Victorian Medicine, to give it its full tittle is a look at the life and achievements of Joseph Lister.At a time when surgery was a gamble thanks to poor hygiene standards Lister transformed the surgical approach from a squalid affair to one that actively promoted the cleanliness we are accustomed to today.​The book itself does a great job in giving Lister context allowing for qui [...]

It's been a while but it's time for a review of the second book of the Peter Grant series. This time Peter becomes embroiled in a music related crime with magical overtones.The mixture of a recognisable world mixed with magic make this a relatable story but one still able to shock with ease.​The team up of Ben Aaronovitch and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith is a match made with a type of narrative magic. moon_over_soho_review.mp3File Size: 8046 kbFile Type: mp3Down [...]

C.J. Tudor is a name you may not have heard of before but after listening to The Chalk Man its one that you certainly but into your database.​The story covers 2 time periods and explores the events surrounding the discovery of a body in the woods by Ed and his group of friends. The meat of the book however is a look at Ed's character and the way he has changed in 30 years, including his relationship with his gang.The dual narration is first class with both [...]

An intriguing look at the early response of the US Special Forces in Afghanistan after the events of 9/11. Filled with detailed accounts of conflicts this book has high drama due to the fact is deals with real life. However there is another side to the book which is slower and shows the other side of the Special Forces, their desire to connect with the people of Afghanistan.A strong story that at times be full throttle while at others the exact opposite. This is due [...]

Forget what you thought you know as Lucy Cooke becomes a zoological Morpheus and takes us on an unexpected journey through into the world of 13 animals ranging from Penguins to Hippos.​The book does an excellent job in explaining how our beliefs have become established and why they are fundamentally ridiculous. Expect to take a new look at the "sex shy" Panda and the feminist Hyena.The narration by Lucy Cooke gives the book a perfect finish as she is vibrant an [...]

A classic crime novel from one of the greatest writers in the genre read by one of the best thespians of the modern era, what could possibly go wrong? In all honesty not much as Branagh brings the complex story to life in a superb performance.This is a magnificent story in its construction and even though I knew the reveal it still had me on a knife edge waiting for our sleuth Poirot to reveal how he came to his conclusion. murder_on_the_orient_express_review.mp3F [...]