I interview Ambrose Parry (Chris Brookmyre and Marisa Haetzman) as we talk about their latest book The Death Of Shame and discuss all about Scotland's International Crime Writing Festival called Bloody Scotland in Stirling 12th - 14th September 2025. Plus I interview REBECCA THORNE about her new book Alchemy And A Cup Of Tea.You can find details of Bloody Scotland and book events here: <a href="https://bloodyscotland.com/whats-on/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bloodyscotland.com/whats-on/</a>You can email Philippa at: <a href="mailto:quickbookreviews@outlook.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">quickbookreviews@outlook.com</a>You can find the podcast on social media:Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.social</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviews</a>Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@quick_book_reviews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@quick_book_reviews</a>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviews</a>X: <a href="https://x.com/quickbookrevie3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://x.com/quickbookrevie3</a><hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Thousands of books. No time to waste. No spoilers. Ever. Quick Book Reviews — your twice-weekly reading companion with host Philippa HallWhat it is Quick Book Reviews is a spoiler-free book podcast hosted by Philippa Hall, published every Monday and Friday. Philippa reads widely so busy readers don't have to guess — delivering honest, enthusiastic, bite-sized reviews alongside in-depth author interviews and a friendly window into the publishing world.This is a warm, welcoming show for readers who love books but don't have time to read everything — and want someone they trust to help them choose what's next.FormatSpoiler-free reviews: Fast, honest breakdowns of new releases and upcoming fictionAuthor interviews: In-depth conversations with novelists about plot, character, and writing craft — from global names to indie debutsPublishing insider news: Literary trends, BookTok and Bookstagram highlights, and behind-the-scenes publishing gossipGenres covered Crime · Psychological thriller · Cosy crime · Contemporary drama · Dark academia · Rom-com · Historical fiction · Horror · RomantasyIdeal for Readers with an ever-growing TBR pile · Book club members looking for their next pick · Anyone who loves hearing authors talk about their creative process · Fans of BookTok and Bookstagram looking for a deeper diveGenre &amp; metadataHost: Philippa HallFormat: Reviews / interviews / publishing newsFrequency: Twice weekly — every Monday and FridaySpoilers: NeverStatus: Active and ongoing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.