Book-A-Like: All The Light We Cannot See & The Book Thief
If you like The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, you’ll love All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr! Both novels are stunningly poetic creations by authors who approach the concept of war in similar (yet uniquely striking) ways. Both Zusak and Doerr have managed to expertly weave the dualities of war in a heart-wrenching exploration of innocence, […]
Book-A-Like: The Name Of The Wind & The Painted Man
“Both of these books actually use the often seen fantasy trope of young boy coming into adulthood, usually as a destined ‘chosen one’, in a world full of magic. However, efficient storytelling, likeable characters, breathtaking action and wonderfully realised magic systems help these two stand above a lot of the crowd. Really enjoyable reads.” – […]
Book-A-Like: A Sunburnt Childhood & Diamonds and Dust
Our Book-A-Like this week is all about outback living. If you like a good Australian biography, then these two beauties are must-reads! A Sunburnt Childhood by Toni Tapp Coutts: Toni Tapp grew up on the massive Killarney Station, where her stepfather, Bill Tapp, was a cattle king. But there was no ‘big house’ here […]
Book-A-Like: The Apartment & Sex in the City
Sassy, sexy groups of girlfriends feature in today’s QBD Book-a-Like! The Apartment by Nora Roberts: They come together by chance in the heart of New York City, four young women at turning points in their lives. Claire finds the spacious loft apartment. But the aspiring shoe designer needs at least one roommate to manage the […]
