Just So Stories

Random Reviews and Ramblings from Redcliffe

  • Myths Meet Mayhem: Ludicrous Legends #2 – Jol Temple. David Conley.

    Harper Collins Australia July 2026 Imprint: HarperCollins AU ISBN: 9781460767726 $16.99 Why yes, I was excited to see #2 in this wacky series come in because the first was such a fun romp through mythology, told only as Jol Temple could twist it really. Hector, and his good friend Hylo, the centaur, are back and once again,…

  • Living in the Past – Ancient History with a Twist of Fun

    I’ve had a passion for ancient history since I was a nerdy kid. I still have my Ancient Civilisations book my darling mum bought me when I was around 10 years old. I snaffled all my seven-years-older brother’s ancient history textbooks when he was done with them. I aced my project in 6th class on…

  • G.O.A.T – Kate & Jol Temple. Illustrated by Rebel Challenger.

    Scholastic Australia Novembeer 2023 ISBN: 9781761292989ISBN-10: 1761292986 RRP: $18.99 You already know if it has the Temple names on it, it’s going to be a fab and funny book that your kiddos will love. And I love their books as well, for off-the-wall absurdist humour and no need to go digging deep (though I’m sure some will…