Book Mail Round-Up 💌
- The_Secret_Bookreview
- Jul 28
- 4 min read
This week's round-up of beautiful book mail!
I'm excited to begin sharing a roundup of the book mail I've received recently. I can't wait to delve into these books and share my thoughts through reviews!
The books in this week's round-up are:
Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey:
Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey is a delightful rom-com that mixes unexpected family twists with steamy chemistry.
When professional hockey player Sig Gauthier meets Chloe Clifford, a quirky, adventurous woman who steals his heart during a chance encounter, their connection is undeniable. However, things take a hilarious turn when they discover that their parents are engaged—and they're about to become step-siblings.
This book is filled with humour, heart, and plenty of sizzling moments. Sig and Chloe’s growing attraction, despite their best efforts to keep things platonic, creates a compelling push and pull.
Bailey’s signature witty banter and steamy tension shine through, making this a fun, easy read.
Dream Girl Drama is a perfect mix of playful romance, family drama, and heartwarming moments that kept me hooked from start to finish. If you're in the mood for a light-hearted, steamy read, this one’s a winner.
Thank you so much to Harper Collins UK for sending me a finished copy of the book! The book is out now and available to purchase.
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The Stitch Up by Emma Szewczak:
The Stitch-Up: How Medical Misogyny Harms Us All by Emma Szewczak is a powerful, eye-opening account of the many ways women’s health is neglected, dismissed, and often mistreated by the medical system.
Through her own experience with prolapse after childbirth and the frustrating, dehumanising process of seeking proper care, Emma exposes the alarming levels of medical misogyny that affect women’s health worldwide.
From vague diagnoses to dismissive doctors, her story is one of many where pain is often ignored, and women are told their suffering is just part of being female.
As someone who has struggled with endometriosis for seven long years, I deeply relate to Emma’s account. My journey was marred by the misogyny of male consultants who repeatedly dismissed my pain, and it took years for me to finally receive the diagnosis I so desperately needed.
The Stitch-Up not only validates the experiences of those who have suffered in silence but also demands change in a system that often fails women. Emma’s writing is bold and unapologetic, making it a must-read for anyone wanting to understand the harsh realities of medical misogyny and the urgent need for reform.
This book gave me a sense of solidarity with others who have faced similar struggles, and it reinforces the fact that our voices must be heard. Women’s health deserves better, and The Stitch-Up is a vital call for change.
Thank you to the team at Penguin Books for sending me a finished copy of the book. The book is out now and available to purchase.
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The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami:
The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami is a chilling and thought-provoking book that explores a future where surveillance and technology control our lives.
When Sara returns home, she is informed by the Risk Assessment Administration that her dreams predict she will harm her husband, leading to her detention in a facility for women accused based on an algorithm’s predictions.
The book raises critical questions about privacy, freedom, and the dangers of a society where technology infringes on personal autonomy.
Lalami masterfully creates a tense atmosphere, forcing readers to confront the unsettling implications of constant monitoring.
The Dream Hotel offers a stark, urgent reflection on the cost of security in a world where our every move and thought is tracked. It's a compelling, unsettling tale that stays with you long after the final page.
Thank you to the team at Bloomsbury Creator Circle for sending me a finished copy of the book. The book is out now and available to purchase.
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Eerie Exhibits - Five Macabre Museum Tales by Victoria Williamson:
Eerie Exhibits: Five Macabre Museum Tales by Victoria Williamson is a chilling collection of horror stories that masterfully blends eerie atmosphere with psychological depth.
Set in an old museum, each of the five tales centres around an unsettling exhibit, from a room full of screaming butterflies to a stuffed bear that growls at night. Williamson creates a haunting narrative where the supernatural intertwines with real-life struggles, such as grief, toxic parenting, and emotional trauma.
What I loved most about this book was how the supernatural elements weren’t just about terror—they served to amplify the emotional and psychological weight of each story.
If you enjoy horror that goes beyond just the scary and explores the darker sides of human nature, this book is a must-read. It’s a thoughtful, eerie collection that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the final page.
Thank you to the team at Silver Thistle Press for sending me a review pack for this book! The book is out now and available to purchase!
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