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Amy Tinson
Books

'Meet Me at the Cupcake Café' by Jenny Colgan Review

Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Come and meet Issy Randall, proud owner of The Cupcake Café. Issy Randall can bake. No, more than that - Issy can create stunning, mouth-wateringly divine cakes. After a childhood spent in her beloved Grampa Joe's bakery, she has undoubtedly inherited his talent. When she's made redundant from her safe but dull City job, Issy decides to seize the moment. Armed with recipes...

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Beauty

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupté Lipstick '01 Nude Beige'

Saturday, February 13, 2016
Have you ever seen a product that looks so damn gorgeous that you want to cherish it forever? I think I have found this with Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupté Lipstick in '01 Nude Beige'. I mean, just look at that rose gold packaging with the pretty middle section showing the brand name and dat colour. So. Beautiful. Even though it's been a...

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Life

Five Friday Favourites: Valentine's Day Films

Friday, February 12, 2016
As the big V-day is in two days, I thought I'd choose a selection of films to get you in the mood for some lovin', plus one that will make you feel kick ass if you're bah-humbugging the day! The Notebook. An adaption from Nicholas Sparks' novel, this emotional rollercoaster known as a film comes highly recommended when you're in the mood for...

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Books

'The Calling (Endgame, Book #1)' by James Frey Review

Wednesday, February 10, 2016
THE END OF THE WORLD IS COMING. PLAY NOW. OR WE ALL LOSE. After centuries waiting in secret, twelve unbroken bloodlines, armed with hidden knowledge and lethal training, are called to take humanity’s fate into their hands… Bryan High School, Omaha, Nebraska: Sarah stands at her graduation ceremony – perfect SATs, a star athlete, her life ahead of her. Then a meteor wipes...

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