I don’t typically read a lot of historical non-fiction, so I was a bit nervous diving into Oathbreakers: The War of Brothers That Shattered an Empire and Made Medieval Europe. My usual reading consists of cozy romances and young adult fantasies, but something about this dramatic family feud caught my attention! To be honest, my […]
I was excited to get my hands on “The Rival” by Emma Lord, and it definitely delivered a delightful mix of rivalry, romance, and self-discovery. The premise hooked me right away – childhood frenemies competing for a coveted newspaper position? Yes, please! Having written for my own college paper back in the day, I could
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I love discovering untold stories of remarkable women, especially in STEM fields! When I first picked up “Sisters in Science” by Olivia Campbell, I was immediately drawn in by the promise of learning about four brilliant female physicists who challenged the status quo in Nazi Germany. I’ll break down exactly my thoughts on it: 1.
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My heart is still pounding after finishing MASK OF THE DEER WOMAN by Laurie L. Dove. As someone who devours mysteries and thrillers like they’re chocolate (and trust me, I know my chocolate!), I knew I needed to get my hands on this book as soon as I read the synopsis. Indigenous representation in thrillers?
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The Way completely caught me off guard – in the best possible way! I stumbled across this book while browsing my local indie bookstore last weekend (my wallet always regrets these impromptu bookstore visits, but my heart never does). The cover intrigued me, and after reading the synopsis, I knew I had to give it
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When I first picked up “Birnam Wood,” I wasn’t sure what to expect. The premise sounded intriguing – a group of guerrilla gardeners going head-to-head with a tech billionaire in New Zealand? It reminded me of when I accidentally stumbled across “Station Eleven” thinking it was going to be a typical post-apocalyptic novel, only to
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I picked up The Ministry of Time with high expectations, drawn in by its intriguing premise of time travel and historical romance. While the novel has some compelling moments and interesting ideas, it ultimately left me with mixed feelings – like a beautifully wrapped gift that’s somewhat empty inside. The story follows a British-Cambodian translator
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There’s something magical about seeing a familiar tale through fresh eyes, discovering new layers and perspectives that make you question everything you thought you knew. When I heard about James, Percival Everett’s reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from Jim’s perspective, I knew I had to read it. What I didn’t expect was how
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First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston absolutely knocked my socks off, and I’m still reeling from this whirlwind of a thriller! You know how sometimes you pick up a book with sky-high expectations and end up disappointed? Well, this one actually lived up to the hype for me. I’ve read SO many thrillers lately (probably
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I should have known better than to start The Women right before bed. “Just one chapter,” I told myself at 9pm. At 3am, I was still wide awake, completely immersed in the jungles of Vietnam alongside our protagonist Frankie McGrath. Kristin Hannah has done it again – crafted a story that grabs you by the
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