Sunday books #11

Hey

Here are this Sunday book recommendations

The Proposal 

Tasmina Perry

Published: 7th Nov 2013

352 Pages

Description: When Amy Carrell's wealthy boyfriend ends their relationship just before Christmas, she's left to nurse her broken heart alone. With nothing to lose, she replies to an advertisement requesting a companion for a mysterious 'Manhattan Adventure'.

Whisked off to New York with eccentric British aristocrat Georgia Hamiltoon, Amy experiences a glamorous side of the city that she's never seen before. Along the way, Georgia initiated her protégée in the arts of old-school elegance.

But as Georgia shares her life's lessons, Amy discovers a painful secret in her mentor's past. A secret that shattered her future. A story of love and betrayal that only Amy has the power to put right.

Just say yes to this unforgettable read and take a spellbinding, romantic journey from the dazzling days of the debutantes in 1950s London to glamorous modern Manhattan.

You can buy your copy here :)

Step Back in Time

Ali McNamara

Published: 7th Nov 2013

448 Pages

Description: When single career girl Jo-Jo steps onto a zebra crossing and gets hit by a car, she awakes to find herself in 1963. The fashion, the music, her job, even her romantic life: everything is different. And then it happens three more times, and Jo-Jo finds herself living a completely new life in the 1970's, 80s and 90s. The only people she can rely on are Harry and Ellie, two companions from 2013, and George, the owner of a second-hand record store.

If she's ever to return from her travels, Jo-Jo must work out why she's jumping through time like this. And if she does make it back, will her old life ever be the same again.

Step back in time with this fabulously fun and feel-good comedy of time travel and romance.

You can buy your copy here :)

That's it for today. What are your plans for Sunday?

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

FTC: All information was found on Amazon.co.uk and images was from Google.com

Pinterest Saturday #6

Hey

How was everyone's week? Mine was on the tad stressful side but I'm going to spend the weekend with my favourite girl, my little niece as she makes everything better :).

Here are this weeks pins.

Top Tip

Have keys that all look the same? Apply a coat of nail polish and your never forget what key is which.

Outfits

Hair

Nails

Make-up

Funny

Cute

Wish list

I always smudge my polish, so these would be perfect.

I'm really into boots this season.

Quote

That's it for this week. Have a great weekend.

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

Product Review: Baby Lips Hydrate Lip Balm

Hey

If you read my review on the Dove Lip Balm then you are aware that I was suffering from dry, chapped and sore lips and as the Dove Lip Balm didn't quite work out for me, I decided to give a new product a go.

I had seen many reviews on the Baby Lips collection by Maybelline and for some reason I was under the impression that they were expensive, so imagine my surprised when I found out they were only £3.00. 

Before I went out and brought one I went on to the boots website to see what lip balm would work best for me. I was torn between the Hydration one or the Intense care one. As my lips were dry I figured this time the Hydrate balm would work the best for me.

I was really blown away with this product, within a couple of days my lips were so much better and it was nice to have my lips back to their normal state. When they say this balm is hydrating they are not kidding. The formula is amazing and with the first application you can feel it working, it does have a scent to it which smells really nice and make me want to nibble my lips. 

I would definitely re-purchase this product again and look forward to trying the rest in the collection. If you are looking for a lip balm that works then give this one a try as it truly does work.

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

FTC: I purchased this product myself and all opinions are my own and 100% true.

Make up for beginners #4

Hey friend

We all get breakouts on different parts of our face, but did you know what they all meanings?. Scroll below and have your mind blown.

1 & 2 - Digestive System.

This area indicates that you should eat less processed or junk food, also step up your water intake

3 - Liver.

Cut out or cut down your intake of alcohol & greasy foods. This is the zone where food allergies show up first. Also get a decent amount of sleep so your liver can rest.

4 & 5 - Kidneys.

Anything around the eyes (including dark circles) point to dehydration so increase your water intake

6 - Heart.

Checking your blood pressure is a good start. Increase your intake of Omega 3 and 6 which can be found in nuts, avocados & fish.

7 & 8 - Kidneys.

Who knew that problems with your kidneys show up on your ears - mind blown. Again drink more water and cut down on coffee and alcohol.

9 & 10 - Respiratory System.

Try & cut down on sugar and get more fresh air. Avoid foods that are acidic (meat,dairy,alcohol and caffeine) Try to add more green veggies & vitamins. Also change your pillow cases and clean your phone as they harbour bacteria & are acne culprits.

11 & 12 - Hormones.

The zone for stress and hormonal changes. While sometimes, it can be unavoidable but you can decrease their effect. Taking time to relax, getting enough sleep, drinking more water & keeping clean. Interesting fact - breakouts in this area indicate when you are ovulating (and on which side)

13 - Stomach.

Increase fibre intake (breakfast cereals have fibre in them) drink herbal teas to help with digestion.

14 - Illness.

Spots here could indicate your body is fighting bacteria to avoid illness. Take time to rest, have a nap & drink water. Sleeping more helps your body to recover from any illness.

This is just a general guide to point you in the right direction. These tips are no way set in stone. Always see a doctor if your have any concerns

Be sure to check out my other make up for beginners post #1 #2 #3

Till next time 

XOXO

Debbie

Allegiant Book Review

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You may be aware that the latest Divergiant book was released and it is called Allegiant which is the last book in the Divergiant series. I got myself a copy and finished it a couple of days ago and thought I would share my thoughts on it.

Allegiant

Veronica Roth

Oct 2013

Description:

What if a single revelation - like a single choice - changed everything?

What if love and loyalty made you do things you never expected?

The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered - fractured by violence and power struggles and scarred by loss and betrayal. So when offered a chance to explore the world past the limits she's know, Tris is ready.

But Tris's new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. Old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless. Explosive new truths change the hearts of those she loves. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature - and of herself - while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice and love.

My Review:

Storyline - The book carries on from where the last book ended. Now Tris, Tobias and a few others form another group know as Allegiant who are trying to escape from their city to find out what awaits them beyond the gates. You also get to read about the history of the factions and how they came about.

Characters - Most of the characters from the previous books are also in this one. There are also new characters some likeable and others not so much. Unfortuntley some do die so tissues at the ready :(

Overall -  It was a while ago that I read insurigant so I had trouble remembering where it ended when I first started reading Allegiant but the book catches you back up pretty quick.

I started off being pretty disappointed with this story as a quarter of the way in, it started to resemble the mazer runner series which I'm a huge fan of but I was hoping there would be another reason for the factions etc but it's was near enough the same as the maze runner. I honestly didn't see the ending coming and felt quite sad but I enjoyed it non the less and it was pretty brave for the author to end the book as she did.

My rating: 8/10 - marks off for pretty much having the same storyline as the maze runner series.

Would I recommend?: yes. If you've read all the others then you will enjoy finding out how it ends.

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

Sunday Books #10

Hey

I hope you having a great Sunday, I'm currently have a lazy day. What are you doing today?

Here are today's book recommendations

The Flavours of Love

Dorothy Koomson

7th November 2013

416 Pages

Description: it's been 18 months since my husband was murdered and I've decided to finish writing The Flavours of Love, the cookbook he started before he died. Everyone thinks I'm coping so well without him - they have no idea what I've been hiding or what I do away from prying eyes. But now that my 14-year-old daughter has confessed something so devastating it could destroy our family all over again, and my husband's killer has started to write to me claiming to be innocent, I know it's only a matter of time before the truth about me and what I've done is revealed to the world.

My name is Saffron Mackleroy and this is my story.

You can pre-order your copy here :)

How to Fall in Love

Cecelia Ahern

7th November 2013

336 Pages

Description: 

She has just two weeks. Two weeks to teach him how to fall in love - with his own life.

Adam Basil and Christine Rose are thrown together late one night, when Christine is crossing the Ha'penny Bridge in Dublin. Adam is there, poised, threatening to jump.

Adam is desperate - but Christine makes a crazy deal with him. His 35th birthday is looming and she bets him that before then she can show him life is worth living.

Despite her determination, Christine knows what a dangerous promise she's made. Against the ticking of the clock, the two of them embark on wild escapades, grand romantic gestures and some unlikely late-night outings. Slowly, Christine thinks Adam is starting to fall back in love with his life. But is that all that's happening....?

You can pre-order your copy here :)

That's it for today, if decide to read these books and enjoy them then try the other books by these authors a go as they are pretty good.

Enjoy the rest if your Sunday

Till next time 

XOXO

Debbie

FTC: All images are from google and the information is from amazon. 

Pinterest Saturday #5

It's been a while since I've posted a non themed Pinterest, as last month I dedicated the month of October to Halloween, but November doesn't hold anything special so it's back to the normal schedule till December. 

Top Tips

Tips I've come across that everyone should know.

Really handy if your clothes are always shrinking in the wash.

I've always been curious as how to tie a proper bow and now I know :)

Outfits

Im totally addicted to comfy clothes at the moment and Autumn is the perfect time to wear them.

Pretty

Pictures I've found to be pretty and breath taking.

There's something about this picture that makes me go WOW. What do you think?

Another striking picture. I would one day love to visit Paris.

Cute

Pictures that make you go Awwww

Come on, how cute is this?

Some see foxes as vermin but it's touching to see it was still taken care of.

Nails

Amazing nail designs that are a must.

Make-up

Make up that looks amazing.

Items I would like

Everything I wish I could buy if I had tons of money, or if Santa is reading this then I would like these in my stocking :)

Funny

Pictures that will hopefully make you giggle.

That's it for this Saturday. Have a great weekend.

XOXO

Debbie

November 2013

Can you believe it's November already, it hardly seems possible that it has come around so quick. I hope you all had a great October and you had fun celebrating Halloween. A scary thought for you is there's only 53 days till Christmas 😮.

With a new month brings new posts and I have some exciting ones coming out for you to read, of course there will be more book reviews, another edition of my Autumn Reading list, I also have some product reviews and towards the middle of Novemeber I will be sharing my secret of how I do my Christmas shopping on the cheap. 

I hope you all have a fantastic Novemeber what are your plans for this month? If there's any posts you wish to see then feel free to leave me comments letting me know.

Don't forget to check out my previous posts incase something tickles your fancy :)

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie