Quick Book Reviews

Quick Book Review - Episode 38

January 13, 2020 09:45 - 22 minutes - 41 MB

Book review podcast episode 38 in which Philippa looks at some fab books for you: “Angel” (Audiobook) by L J Ross, “Perfect Remains” (audiobook) by Helen Fields, “Pine” by Francine Toon, “The Escape Room” by Megan Goldin, “The Hunting Party” by Lucy Foley and “The Diary Of A Somebody” by Brian Bilston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Review - Episode 37

January 06, 2020 10:16 - 22 minutes - 40.6 MB

In this episode Philippa reviews 5 great ooks for you but with no chocolate in the house she finds it hard work! The books include: “Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, “Are You Watching?” by @VincentRalph1 , “Golden State" by Ben H. Winters, “Believe Me” by J.P. Delaney, and “The Wife Between Us” by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Review - Episode 36

December 30, 2019 16:45 - 25 minutes - 46.1 MB

In this episode Philippa reviews the 6 books in the "Richard & Judy" Winter shortlist of 6 books. These include: "The Family Upstairs" by Lisa Jewell, "The Whisper Man" by Alex North, "Blood Orange" by Harriet Tyce, "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides, "Where The Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens and "She Lies in Wait" by Gytha Lodge. Some fabulous books, with 2-3 favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Review - Episode 35

December 20, 2019 18:18 - 19 minutes - 35.9 MB

This is an audiobook special! Whether you love audiobooks, just tried a few or have never listened to any, this could be of interest. Philippa looks at where to get them, how to listen and some of the audiobooks she has enjoyed but not previously covered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick book Reviews - Episode 34

December 13, 2019 12:34 - 28 minutes - 52.1 MB

In this episode It’s the power of 3 with three amazing books, audiobooks & graphic novels to choose from! There are 3 Graphic Novels = “Ethel & Ernest” by Raymond Briggs, “The Adventures of John Blake” by Philip Pullman & “Cassandra Darke” by Posy Simmonds. 3 Audiobooks = “Nevermoor” by Jessica Townsend, “Breakers” by Doug Johnstone & “The Vicar of Dibley” by Richard Curtis. Three books = “You Can Change the World” by Margaret Rooke, “The House at Sea’s End” by Elly Griffiths & “The Island” b...

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 33

December 06, 2019 15:38 - 21 minutes - 38.9 MB

In this episode Philippa recounts the awful thing that happened to her last night and then recovers enough to tell you about lots and lots of books: Violet by S J I Halliday (paperback), The Perfect Wife by J P Delaney (hardback), The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories (hardback), Christmas Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella (hardback), We Met in December by Rosie Curtis (audiobook), Poems for Christmas by MacMillan Collectors Library (hardback) & Cherringham (A Cosy Crime Series) Secret Santa by M...

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 32

December 01, 2019 20:04 - 14 minutes - 26.2 MB

Philippa chats about some fabulous books to consider including: “Ms Ice Sandwich” by Mieoko Kawakami, “The Dilemma” by B A Paris, “Heavenfield” by L J Ross & “On my god, what a complete Aisling” by Emery’s McLysaght & Sarah Breen. Plus more books coming up on the horizon and other bookish chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 31

November 26, 2019 11:33 - 28 minutes - 52 MB

In this episode Philippa waffles on for far too long before she then starts talking about books! There are 7 books to review, so prepare for lots to choose from! "Impossible Causes" by Julie Mayhew, "A woman is no man" by Etaf Rum, "I will miss you tomorrow" by Heine Bakkeid, "Mr Todd's Reckoning" by Iain Maitland. Then the final three reviewed are: "Salt Lane" by William Shaw, "Nothing Important Happened Today" by Will Carver & finally "The Warlow Experiment" by Alix Nathan. We even squeeze ...

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 30

November 22, 2019 19:31 - 21 minutes - 40.3 MB

New podcast episode (30)! Philippa is delighted to unbox her latest parcel from “Book Box Club” which has just arrived. There will be spoilers if you haven't opened yours yet and considerable excitement, for which we apologise in advance. The podcast also includes a look at some non-fiction titles due to be published in February, with thanks to The Bookseller for the information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 29

November 19, 2019 15:23 - 21 minutes - 38.9 MB

Episode 29 is here! Books books books! Philippa looks back in time to what she was reading a year ago to give you some more book ideas: "No Further Questions" by Gillian McAllister, "The Liar" by Steve Cavanagh, "The Night She Died" by Jenny Blackhurst, "The Wife" by Meg Wolitzer and "How Do You Like Me Now" by Holly Bourne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 28

November 15, 2019 14:52 - 18 minutes - 33.6 MB

In this episode we have some absolute corkers! From the compelling "My Lovely Wife" by Samantha Downing, to the super "Sycamore Gap" by L J Ross & then "Poems For Happiness" introduced by Rev Richard Coles. Plus more bookish chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 27

November 12, 2019 17:57 - 24 minutes - 45.7 MB

In this episode Philippa is on the edge of her seat reviewing "Die Alone" by Simon Kernick, "The Janus Stone" by Elly Griffiths and for especially for 'Non Fiction November' Philippa reviews "Easy Peasy Puppy Squeeze" by Steve Mann. There is a special type of literature festival to talk about and a listener's question. Lots of bookish discussions and chats! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 26

November 09, 2019 20:46 - 22 minutes

In this episode there may be some books you haven't heard of! Philippa starts with the more popular “Silent Companions” by Laura Purcell, but then moves on to “Address Unknown” by Kathrine Kressman Taylor and the audio radio drama version of “Star Wars”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 25

November 06, 2019 11:05 - 23 minutes - 42.9 MB

In this episode Philippa has a scary story (well it was scary for her!) and some fantastic new books to tell you about including "Grandmothers" By Salley Vickers, "PaperGirls (Volume 2)" by Cliff Chiang & others and "The Closer I Get” by Paul Burston. What can we say but WOW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 24

November 03, 2019 13:26 - 17 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this podcast Philippa talks about some great books for you to consider and gives a controversial opinion while she runs and hides in a cupboard! Books reviewed “Body Tourists” by Jane Rogers, “ Our House” by Louise Candlish, “Tamara Drew” by Polly Summers and “Practical Magic” by Alice Hoffman. One book gets 9/10 and one gets 5/10 - but which is which??? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 23

October 31, 2019 11:04 - 18 minutes - 33.7 MB

It's an October wrap-up but which was Philippa's favourite? With a total of 29 books read in the month (yikes!) and a mixture of paperbacks, hardbacks, audiobooks and graphic novels, there are lots to choose from. Philippa lists her top 10/12 reads, but who will make the top three?... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 22

October 28, 2019 16:05 - 14 minutes - 27.4 MB

In this episode Philippa talks about a recent read she loved, an audiobook with a surprise ending and two other publications. Included in the podcast are: "The Home" by Sarah Stovell, "Such a Fun Age" by Kiley Reid, "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides and "Paper Girls - Volume 1" by Brian Vaughan. There is also a listener's question and more bookish chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 21

October 25, 2019 17:18 - 30 minutes - 55.7 MB

It's award time! Looking for some new crime books to read? Well join Philippa as she talks through last night’s CWA Award Ceremony - an annual event for the Crime Writers Association. Philippa celebrates the winners, talks through their books and joins in with some much needed drinks and snacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 20

October 22, 2019 11:56 - 20 minutes - 37.7 MB

In this episode Philippa discusses rating books V films, she gives her verdict on 2 audiobooks she has just finished "1984" by George Orwell (BBC Dramatisation) and "Bossypants" By Tina Fey. She discusses the recently published "Doing Time" by Jodi Taylor and a YA graphic novel "Fence (Volumes 1&2)" by C. S Pacat. She mentions Victober and the Hay Festival Winter Weekend, as well as other books she is currently reading/listening to! Lots of chat and lots of nonsense. Hosted on Acast. See a...

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 19

October 19, 2019 11:13 - 18 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this episode Philippa has some great books to review including "The Night Before Christmas" by Adam Kay, "Highfire" by Eoin Colfer, "The Dark Matter" by Doug Johnstone, "The Boy, the Mole, The Fox and The Horse" By Charlie Mackesy and "Heartstopper Volume 2" by Alice Oseman. Then Philippa happily unboxes the latest Book Club Box and makes a complete fool of herself....as usual! Happy days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 18

October 15, 2019 09:33 - 23 minutes - 42.7 MB

In this episode Philippa reviews some brilliant recent reads, from "Between Two Evils" by Eva Dolan and "Someone is Lying" by Jenny Blackhurst as well as "Heartstopper Volume 1" by Alice Oseman. With more bookish chat and another listener's question, there is a lot to talk about! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 17

October 12, 2019 16:04 - 26 minutes - 47.8 MB

In this festival special, Philippa talks for far too long (sorry!) about her day at Cheltenham Literature Festival, taking you through the different events, authors and books. Particular authors covered in this episode include: Elly Griffiths, Jason Webster, Luca Veste, Stuart Neville, Doug Johnstone, Chris Brookmyre, Mark Billingham, Juno Dawson, Natalie Haynes & Daisy Johnson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 16

October 09, 2019 20:01 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MB

In this episode Philippa talks about her first literary festival experience that did not go according to plan, she reviews The Secret of Cold Hill by Peter James, Girl on Fire by Tony Parsons, Street Runners of New York by Matthew Reilly and A Beer in the Loire by Tommy Barnes. Philippa also answers a listener’s question and provides other bookish chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 15

October 07, 2019 04:45 - 21 minutes - 39.1 MB

All the top books! In this episode Philippa reviews books she has recently given 9/10. These include: Sleep by C L Taylor, Nightingale Point by Luan Goldie, Confessions of a Bookseller by Shaun Bythell, The Confession by Jessie Burton and Animal Farm (Graphic Novel) by George Orwell, illustrated by Odyr. Philippa considers a listener’s question (but doesn’t answer it!) and provides other bookish chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 14

October 04, 2019 08:21 - 18 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this episode Philippa chats (despite a sore throat) about: Moving by Jenny Eclair, Cross Kill by James Patterson, The Warehouse by Rob Hart, The Dangerous Kind by Deborah O’Connor, Pet by Akwaeke Emezi & finally Dark Matter by Blake Crouch. What a selection! Find out Philippa’s favourites from these, with a surprise read and a listener’s question, as well as other bookish chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 13

October 01, 2019 09:39 - 19 minutes - 36.3 MB

September Re-cap! In this episode Philippa talks about the books she read in September, highlights her top 3 as well as some other interesting reads. Books mentioned include: Never Have I Ever by Joshilyn Jackson, The Testaments by Margaret Attwood, The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo, No Big Deal by Bethany Rutter, The Long Call by Ann Cleaves and many others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 12

September 28, 2019 13:51 - 15 minutes - 28.3 MB

In this episode Philippa talks about the newly announced Richard & Judy Shortlist of books for Winter which are: Sleep by C L Taylor, The Familiars by Stacey Halls, My Sister the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite, The Butterfly Room by Lucinda Riley, My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing and The Sentence is Death by Anthony Horowitz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 11

September 25, 2019 12:20 - 15 minutes - 27.6 MB

In this episode Philippa chats about 3 books she has read (The Long Call by Ann Cleaves, No Big Deal by Bethany Rutter & No Way Out by Cara Hunter), she looks at children's books (due to be published in December) and offers a surprise read which is actually a series of books (by Robert Thorogood). She answers a listener's question and has even more bookish chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 10

September 22, 2019 16:23 - 21 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this episode Philippa reviews three books she has just finished: The Stranger Diaries by Elly Griffiths on audiobook, The Elevator Pitch by Linwood Barclay in hardback & The Librarian by Salley Vickers in paperback. She opens another Book Subscription Box, answers a listener's question and generally chats about bookish things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 9

September 20, 2019 11:10 - 14 minutes - 26.9 MB

In this episode Philippa talks about four books to consider which include: Don't close your eyes by Holly Seddon, The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo, After the End by Claire Mackintosh and The Chain by Adrian Mckinty. Philippa also answers a listeners question and generally chats about all things bookish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Review - Episode 8

September 16, 2019 18:41 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MB

In this episode Philippa chats too much about cups of tea, looks at books due to be published in December, reviews "The Testaments" by Margaret Atwood, "The Wall" by John Lanchester and "In Your Defence" by Sarah Langford. She answers a listener's question and provides other bookish chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 7

September 13, 2019 19:32 - 11 minutes - 21.5 MB

Brand new jingle which is exciting! Philippa talks about her most favourite recent read - such a good book. She also has something to say about poetry, so have a listen and see what you think. Welcome to Philippa's world of books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 6

September 11, 2019 16:45 - 14 minutes - 27.2 MB

Philippa chats through her holiday reading in this 'holiday wrap-up' special. She has four top recommendations from the 17 she managed to read so there is a LOT to talk about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quick Book Reviews - Episode 5

September 10, 2019 08:16 - 17 minutes - 31.7 MB

In this episode Philippa reviews a book she finished today, talks about 'box subscription' choices, discusses what YA means and then (drum roll) opens a box on her podcast! Apologies for how happy Philippa gets as she discovers the many surprise goodies in the box!