May 2026 Reading Round-Up

May was an absolute stonking month on the book front - several of these will be making my

'Books of 2026' list!

I've been steeped in darkness; consumed with gothic gorgeousness; triumphed at the wins of unlikely helpmates; been there for hopeful beginnings, happy reunions, and heart-breaking endings; AND enjoyed the company of some incredible women!

You can find my reviews of these fourteen laughter-inducing and tear-jerking gems by clicking on the pictures below.

All Cats Are Grey by Susan Barratt

Greta Garbo and the Rise of the Modern Woman by Scott Reisfield

Falling for the Protagonist by Bex Goos

Beneath the Orange Blossom by Emma Cowell

Thornby Manor by Stephanie Bramwell-Lawes

Elizabeth and Marilyn by Julie Owen Moylan

The Mysterious Mr Quin by Agatha Christie

Under the Blazing Sun by Jenny Lund Madsen

Dark is the Morning by Rupert Thomson

Body of Lies by Jo Callaghan

The Repentants by Kate Foster

Waiting on a Friend by Natalie Adler

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Rose and Renzo by Carolyn O'Brien

Keep following for more incredible reads!

How can it be June already?!