Netgalley May Book Reviews
Eight books, seven of them various kinds of great (I have ambitions of becoming Mrs Gooch), and one absolute dud stalled out on the starting grid. Please let me know if you can recommend a really good F1 novel. Murder Like Clockwork by Nicola Whyte is a clever,...
CHARGE Electric Vehicle Charging: Solar-Powered Road Trips Arrive on the N3
There is something very South African about a good road trip. The snack stop. The padstal coffee. The quick stretch. The debate over whether Harrismith is “almost there” or absolutely not. For years, the Johannesburg-to-Durban route has been powered by petrol pumps,...
Nine Yards Rosebank: Joburg’s New Green Town Square Has Arrived
Johannesburg has plenty of places to shop, eat and grab coffee. But every now and then, something comes along that feels less like a development and more like a fresh chapter in the city’s personality. That is exactly what makes Nine Yards Rosebank so exciting. Set on...
April Netgalley Reviews
It's been a busy month of post-op rehab and getting back to work, but I've got some books you should check out. Even a cheeky romance, which isn't really my vibe, but I was pleasantly surprised by. Spies, Lies, and Alibis by Natalie Walters is the kind of romantic...
Review: Villeneuve Pironi (2022)

Review: Villeneuve Pironi (2022)

"Villeneuve Pironi" is a riveting and awe-inspiring documentary that pays homage to two legendary figures in the world of motorsports - Gilles Villeneuve and Didier Pironi. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Torquil Jones, the documentary offers an in-depth and...

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Review: Rush (2013)

Review: Rush (2013)

Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Ron Howard, Rush (2013) is a masterpiece that combines action, drama, and adrenaline-pumping excitement in a visually stunning and emotionally gripping cinematic experience. Based on the real-life rivalry between Formula One drivers...

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Book Review: How to be an F1 Driver

Book Review: How to be an F1 Driver

If you're a fan of Formula One racing, Jenson Button's book, "How to be an F1 Driver: My Guide to Life in the Fast Lane," is a must-read. This captivating memoir takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the world of Formula One racing, providing insights,...

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Review: Inside F1: Life Alongside Legends

Review: Inside F1: Life Alongside Legends

When you need an F1 fix in the off-season, there’s no shortage of books to dive into. In December, I dropped an Audible credit on this book, read by the author, and very entertaining. Inside F1: Life Alongside Legends is a must-read book for any Formula One...

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How to spend your time when there’s no race

How to spend your time when there’s no race

Formula 1 fans may or may not be familiar with the name Jason Plato. While he didn’t race in F1, he’s a racing car driver with quite a pedigree. He has completed the second most British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) races, trailing only rival Matt Neal in total...

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Review: Lights Out, Full Throttle

Review: Lights Out, Full Throttle

Recently, having an Audible credit and an idle mind, I stumbled across this book by Johnny Herbert and Damon Hill. I really enjoyed their commentary when I still watched the races on Sky Sports F1 (I’ve since moved to F1 TV Pro). Anyway, I decided this could be...

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February F1: drama, suspense, and zoomies

February F1: drama, suspense, and zoomies

February was an exciting month for F1 fans around the world. There were new liveries leaked revealed, Lewis Hamilton returned to social media, the FIA’s commented on the last race of the 2021 season and cancelled the Russian GP, and of course, there was the first...

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