Monthly Archives: June 2017

Hello July (Fictionophile updates and June #bookhaul)

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Fictionophile

July in Nova Scotia is a lovely month in which I spend most of my time at our cottage in beautiful Cape John, Nova Scotia. Located on the Northumberland Shore, it is just yards from the ocean, I spend my … Continue reading →

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“Strange things done” by Elle Wild – Book Review

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Fictionophile

There are strange things done in the midnight sun By the men who moil for gold; The Arctic trails have their secret tales That would make your blood run cold… – Robert W. Service poem, “The Cremation of Sam McGee” … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews, Canadian fiction, debut novels, Edelweiss, Mystery fiction | Tagged amateur sleuth, debut novels, mystery fiction, Yukon | 5 Comments

20 Questions with Margaret Gracie (#Authorinterview)

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Fictionophile

Today Fictionophile welcomes Canadian debut author Margaret Gracie. Margaret has generously agreed to answer my questions and share her writing journey with us. Margaret’s book has recently been published by The Porcupine’s Quill. F Congratulations on the publication of “Plastic”! … Continue reading →

Posted in author interviews, Authors, Canadian fiction, Short stories | Tagged authors, Canadian authors | 7 Comments

#Blogging platforms (WordPress vs. Blogger)

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Fictionophile

For some years now I’ve maintained this blog on the WordPress platform. I find it user friendly, easy to customize (even though I use a FREE version of WordPress), and I love the WordPress reader which allows me to easily … Continue reading →

Posted in Book bloggers, ramblings & miscellanea | Tagged blogging platforms, This blog | 35 Comments

“Magpie murders” by Anthony Horowitz – Book Review

Posted on June 24, 2017 by Fictionophile

“Masterful, clever, and relentlessly suspenseful, Magpie Murders is a deviously dark take on vintage English crime fiction in which the reader becomes the detective.” It has been a while since I’ve read what I would consider to be a ‘traditional’ … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews, Edelweiss, Mystery fiction | Tagged England, mystery fiction, stand-alone novels | 18 Comments

Cover Love: part 28 – Sideways

Posted on June 19, 2017 by Fictionophile

The covers of novels entice the reader to enter a different world. Covers are, after all, the way the publisher ‘hooks‘ the reader into choosing one book over countless others. In this, my twenty-eighth installment of ‘Cover Love‘, I’d like to show you books that … Continue reading →

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“Pieces like pottery” by Dan Buri – Book Review

Posted on June 16, 2017 by Fictionophile

Blurb: “Pieces Like Pottery is an examination of the sorrows of life, the strength of character, the steadfast of courage, and the resiliency of love requisite to find redemption. Offering graceful insight into the human condition, each linked story presents … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews, Literary fiction, Short stories | Tagged recommended reading, themes, titles | 7 Comments

Summer reading infographic from “The Expert Editor”

Posted on June 16, 2017 by Fictionophile

It’s summer, which means vacation time. The sun is out, and the weather is warm. One of the best ways to enjoy a summer day is to sit in the shade with a glass of your favorite beverage and a … Continue reading →

Posted in Choosing what to read next, Guest post | Tagged choosing books, Reading, TBR list | 8 Comments

“The missing ones” by Patricia Gibney – Book Review

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Fictionophile

Just finished the last page of Patricia Gibney’s “The missing ones” – and I’m missing the characters already. The novel features Garda Síochána detective inspector Lottie Parker and is set in the fictional town of Ragmullin in the Irish Midlands. Lottie is … Continue reading →

Posted in 1st in series, Book Reviews, Bookouture, debut novels, Favorite books, Mystery fiction, NetGalley, Page turners | Tagged characters, Ireland, mystery fiction, mystery series, police procedurals, recommended reading, thrillers | 23 Comments

“Half a reason to die” by Chip Duncan (#shortstories)

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Fictionophile

from SelectBooks: “Half a Reason to Die” is a collection of eight short stories by the acclaimed documentary filmmaker and photojournalist Chip Duncan. Though a work of fiction, the series of stories is drawn from real people, locations, and events … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews, Literary fiction, Short stories | Tagged journalists | 9 Comments

“It can’t be October already” by Jeffrey Archer

Posted on June 10, 2017 by Fictionophile

The best-selling author of such works as “Kane & Abel“, “A matter of honor” and the popular Clifton Chronicles series has written a humorous yet poignant short story. The story includes delightful illustrations and portrays Pat O’Flynn, a homeless man … Continue reading →

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Cover Love: part 27 – Empty swings

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Fictionophile

The covers of novels entice the reader to enter a different world. Covers are, after all, the way the publisher ‘hooks‘ the reader into choosing one book over countless others. In this, my twenty-seventh installment of ‘Cover Love‘, I’d like to show you books that … Continue reading →

Posted in Cover Love series, Dustjackets | Tagged covers | 4 Comments

“Entry Island” by Peter May – Book Review

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Fictionophile

Part present day crime novel, and part historical novel “Entry Island“ is set alternately in the present day on the Magdalen islands, and hundreds of years ago in the Hebrides. Peter May has written a memorable novel that will resonate … Continue reading →