June 23, 2014
by The Opal Octopus
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Zoe clings to baby Louise on the Rottnest ferry: “Zoe turned to look out to sea. She hunched over so that her chin covered the head of the baby held against her chest, as if they were one being, as … Continue reading
June 13, 2014
by The Opal Octopus
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Unforgettable You is the prequel to Irrepressible You, which deals with Amy’s romance with Ben. In Unforgettable You we go back a couple of years to Amy’s sister, Jo Blaine. Jo couldn’t be more Amy’s opposite. Tall, strong, not especially … Continue reading
May 11, 2014
by The Opal Octopus
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This is another arsehole-to-lover story. I really struggle to wrap my head around these. But maybe you like them? The heroine, Amy, is wonderful – I loved her. I’m quite a fan of competence porn, and she has that in … Continue reading
May 1, 2014
by The Opal Octopus
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The Recruit was sorta kinda adorable. I’m possibly a bit biased, as it’s firmly set in my hometown – but it isn’t a standard-issue YA dystopian recruiment novel at all. For a start, it’s set in contemporary realistic Perth. Jaz is … Continue reading