The Secret Shopper Unwrapped - Kate Harrison

I was lucky enough to win five books from Waterstones after a 'competition' via Twitter. When I found out I was a winner, I was actually quite exciting. I didn't know what books I was going to be receiving, but I had a feeling it was not going to be my usual choices! With the hope that it would open my eyes to different genres and authors, I waited (somewhat) patiently for them to arrive. Finally, after what seemed like forever, my five new books arrived, and I emptied the contents of the large packet onto my desk. Before me was five authors I had never heard of, five covers I didn't recognise. One of these books in particular stood out for me, and this was ...  Read the complete review

Emily, Sandie and Grazia are back! The Secret Shopping angels are still shopping, but this time they've got the Christmas season to contend with. Emily is happily living with Will and her son Freddie in their shop, but with the recession times are tough and Emily isn't sure the shop can survive, never mind her relationship with Will. Sandie is now running her own Secret Shopping business and living with boyfriend Tom but there's something nagging Sandie in the back of her mind and soon that something is about to become crystal clear. Finally, widow Grazia has decided its time to move on with her life and to get herself a man but is convinced her age is holding her back. ...  Read the complete review