General, Books

OWLs Readathon RESIT

Liz Whitehouse

Well, well, well, I think we’ve been here before, no? Yep, you guessed it by the title, I am giving the OWLs readathon another shot! The lovely Gintare, of Book Roast fame, hosted this wizarding event back in April, she she invited us all the take part. It ran for the whole month, and had 12 subjects to choose from, completing 5 of them earnt you Outstanding in your O.W.Ls. I was in somewhat of a reading slump at that point, so I didn’t do so well.

I really want to take part in the NEWTs readathon that is coming in August, so I am preparing myself by resitting my OWLs first. There are some guys doing the OWLs readathon for the first time in July, so I thought I would join them in the hope of finishing more of the subjects, because what you complete during your OWLs limits the subjects you can read during the NEWTs and I don’t want to be as limited as I am now! Continue reading “OWLs Readathon RESIT” →

General, Fat Friday

Fat Friday: Week 38

Liz Whitehouse

We’re at that point in the year now where the longest day has gone and every day is going to get shorter and shorter. I like driving in the sunshine and always leaving for/from work in the light, but it will be nice to get a full night’s sleep without the light streaming in through the windows. It’s almost July now too, the year is going so quickly, which is going to bring warmer temperatures and proper summer days. I can’t wait.

I am a little late at posting this week, again. I was in work all day yesterday and then Emma and I went out last night so I was just too tired to sit and write a post oops.

Fat Friday is a weekly blog post tracking my weight loss and fitness journey, used to keep myself accountable, keep a record of my progress, and share hints & tips that have helped me. To track my progress, or read my previous entries, click here.

Please join me, support me, and help me along my way as I aim to improve my life for the better! Continue reading “Fat Friday: Week 38” →

Books, General

T5W: LGBTQ+ Books

Liz Whitehouse

I am sure you have probably realised already, but if you’re not aware, this month is PRIDE month. I have to say I don’t make a big deal about PRIDE month, not because I don’t care about anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+, but because no-one should really have to ‘come out’ or identify, you should just be able to be you, but wanting to at least do something, this Top 5 Wednesday came at the right time.

If you want to find out more, or take part in, Top 5 Wednesday, click here to find Lainey and Samantha’s Goodreads page. Continue reading “T5W: LGBTQ+ Books” →

Books, General

The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue | Review

Liz Whitehouse

Title: The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue

Author: Mackenzi Lee

Rating: 5 Stars

Dates read: 16 Apr 18 – 21 Apr 18

Publication date: 10 August 2017

Publisher: Harper Collins

Genre(s): Historical Fiction, YA

Description:

A young bisexual British lord embarks on an unforgettable Grand Tour of Europe with his best friend/secret crush. An 18th-century romantic adventure for the modern age written by This Monstrous Thing author Mackenzi Lee—Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda meets the 1700s.

Henry “Monty” Montague doesn’t care that his roguish passions are far from suitable for the gentleman he was born to be. But as Monty embarks on his grand tour of Europe, his quests for pleasure and vice are in danger of coming to an end. Not only does his father expect him to take over the family’s estate upon his return, but Monty is also nursing an impossible crush on his best friend and traveling companion, Percy.

So Monty vows to make this yearlong escapade one last hedonistic hurrah and flirt with Percy from Paris to Rome. But when one of Monty’s reckless decisions turns their trip abroad into a harrowing manhunt, it calls into question everything he knows, including his relationship with the boy he adores.

Witty, dazzling, and intriguing at every turn, The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue is an irresistible romp that explores the undeniably fine lines between friendship and love. Continue reading “The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue | Review” →

Books, General

MarvelAThon: Progress Report

Liz Whitehouse

I have found my reading mojo, and guys, it’s because of this readathon. It’s possibly my favourite readathon I’ve ever done. We’re just over halfway through this awesome readathon, and it’s just so fun and entertaining, and I’m reading a good variety of books, without reading anything for the sake of it. I’ve been updating my twitter thread regularly, but thought it would be nice to have a little look back at the books I have read and enjoyed, and what is yet to come.

This amazing month-long readathon is being hosted by Jami and is her magical brainchild, and is taking place throughout the month of June; she deserves all the plaudits for creating an amazingly thought through readathon. Her readathon announcement post can be found on her blog: Jami Shelves but she can also be found at the twitter handle @jamishelves. It focuses on the films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and features challenges based on themes from the films plots.

Continue reading “MarvelAThon: Progress Report” →

Fat Friday, General

Fat Friday: Week 37

Liz Whitehouse

I knew this glorious weather was going to break at some point, but the wind this week – Gee Whizz it was bad! I don’t think I’ve ever actually seen that written down before! How is your June going? Can you believe that we’re nearly halfway through the year? We’re at that point where you’re closer to putting up your Christmas decorations this year than taking them down last year, which is quite exciting if you love Christmas as much as we do in our house.

Fat Friday is a weekly blog post tracking my weight loss and fitness journey, used to keep myself accountable, keep a record of my progress, and share hints & tips that have helped me. To track my progress, or read my previous entries, click here.

Please join me, support me, and help me along my way as I aim to improve my life for the better! Continue reading “Fat Friday: Week 37” →

General, Travel

Theatre on Thursday | The Phantom of the Opera

Liz Whitehouse

Perfomance: The Phantom of the Opera

Performance Type: Musical

Location: Majestic Theatre, New York

Date: 8th September 2017

Rating: 4 Stars

Over the past few months I have been enjoying and immersing myself in the world of live theatre and performance. I’ve been to see plays, concerts, and musicals, and really enjoyed the variety of shows I have watched. So, after reviewing just one of these (The Killers Wonderful Wonderful Tour Date which can be viewed here), I have decided to review each theatre trip individually. And because we all like an alliterative title, I’m going to call it ‘Theatre on Thursday’.

I was going to try and do this post every week, but life got in the way, so I have decided to do it as and when I remember. Last time round, I reviewed Two Gentleman of Verona, and it’s safe to say that this week’s instalment is pretty different. Continue reading “Theatre on Thursday | The Phantom of the Opera” →