Saturday, January 16, 2016

Stacking the Shelves


Stacking the Shelves is a weekly meme hosted by Tynga's Reviews as a way to share the books you've acquired in the last week.

I received three books this week, all of which I'm looking forward to reading.

First, 'The Queen's Choice' by Anne O'Brian
Description: France, 1399: The Duke of Brittany is dead and his widow, Joanna of Navarre, has inherited control of their land - a testament to her intellect, integrity and political prowess. Then comes an unprecedented proposal from Henry IV, King of England. The price of becoming his Queen? Abandoning her homeland, leaving her children and sacrificing her independence. Henry’s hold on the crown is unsteady and war is brewing. With the constant threat of rebellion, Henry will trust no-one – not even his new Queen. Crossing the channel is a dangerous prospect. But the union between Joanna and Henry would bring the chance of a vital alliance between two proud states – if they will allow it.
One question. Two paths. A choice that will make history.

Second, 'Always The Bridesmaid' by Lindsey Kelk
Description: Maddie Fraser has never been anything other than the girl in the background: golden boy Dan’s little sister, crazy Shona’s minion, workaholic Sebastian’s ex and now she’s also the girl in the middle of her warring best friends.

Lauren has announced she’s getting married – just as Sarah’s husband asks her for a divorce. Nothing in Maddie’s career in event organising has prepared her for this particular combo of planning and real pain. The news that her ex is also tying the knot is the final straw. While the magazines say she should be leaning in, all she wants to do is sleep in. But whether she likes it or not, everything is about to change for Maddie. For better or worse, this grown-up bridesmaid is taking centre stage… 

The third book is Prudence, by Gail Carrier. I've already read & reviewed this one, but I had a library copy. I got this one from someone who attended the recent 'Drink YA' event in London, which was a lot of fun and I'll be blogging about it tomorrow. You can see my review of Prudence here.

Which books did you get this week?

10 comments:

  1. The Queen's Choice sounds like a great read. I hope you enjoy your books!


    Majanka @ I Heart Reading

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  2. I have to read all of Carriger's books before this year is over. She's a great writer and the worlds she creates are amazing. Happy reading!
    My STS

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  3. Nice haul this week, it's a nice mix of genres. I have heard great things about Anne O'Brian's books. I hope you enjoy your books :)

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  4. Interesting stack of books this week. I hope you enjoy all of them.

    Grace @ Books of Love

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  5. They all look good, hope you like them all!!
    http://thebestbasicblogger.blogspot.com/2016/01/stacking-shelves-6.html

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  6. oh some nice books there! happy reading!

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  7. Nice haul! Always The Bridesmaid sounds like it'll be a good read. Hope you enjoy them :) Here's ours: Bibliojunkies Happy reading! ~ Bel

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  8. I keep meaning to read "Prudence". My library was going to order it and then changed their mind. I figure I'll get it eventually. Happy reading!

    Tsuki’s STS

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  9. I've read a book called Always the Bridesmaid, but I don't think it was that one. I'll have to check it out (from the library), because it sounds good if it isn't the same. Happy reading!
    My Weekly Rewind

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  10. Prudence one on my to read list. Enjoy your latest additions ;-)

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