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In the busy world we live in, there are so many books to choose from, each offering different opportunities, knowledge, and experiences. However, there are times when we’re short on time, and deciding what you want to read is hard. … Continue reading

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The real estate industry is incredibly competitive. As an agent, you must continuously find innovative ways to stand out and attract potential buyers. This is where real estate market update postcards come in. But what exactly is their impact on … Continue reading

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Iowa, the heartland of America, boasts a unique blend of urban living and rural charm. This state, often underestimated, is a hidden gem with promising opportunities for its residents. If you’re considering a move to Iowa, you’re not alone. Whether … Continue reading

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Indigenous Australians, or Aboriginal Australians, have inhabited Australia for more than 50,000 years. What’s interesting to know is that there are now over 250 linguistic communities dispersed over Australia. Two distinct groups of indigenous Australians exist: the Aboriginal peoples, who … Continue reading

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Book Title:
Adelaide
Book Author:
Genevieve Wheeler
Page Count:
304
Publishing Date:
April 18th, 2023
Publisher:
St. Martin's Press
Date Read:
June 1st, 2023
Format:
Hardcover
Source:
Purchased

Synopsis

In love . . .

For twenty-six-year-old Adelaide Williams, an American living in dreamy London, meeting Rory Hughes was like a lightning bolt out of the blue: this charming Englishman was The One she wasn’t even looking for.

Is it enough?

Does he respond to texts? Honor his commitments? Make advance plans? Sometimes, rarely, and no, not at all. But when he shines his light on her, the world makes sense, and Adelaide is convinced that, in his heart, he’s fallen just as deeply as she has. Then, when Rory is rocked by an unexpected tragedy, Adelaide does everything in her power to hold him together―even if it means losing herself in the process. When love asks too much of us, how do we find the strength to put ourselves first?

With unflinching honesty and heart, this relatable debut from a fresh new voice explores grief and mental health while capturing the timeless nature of what it’s like to be young and in love―with your friends, with your city, and with a person who cannot, will not, love you back.

My Review

I am a strong believer in giving a book an honest, decent chance. This, of course, includes books that you wouldn’t normally pick up for yourself without the urging of others. I got Adelaide after a lot of initial hesitation. … Continue reading

4 stars
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Book Title:
Stolen Tongues
Book Author:
Felix Blackwell
Page Count:
320
Publishing Date:
January 1st, 2017
Date Read:
June 25th, 2023
Format:
Kindle Edition
Source:
Prime Reading

Synopsis

A romantic cabin getaway doesn’t go exactly as planned. High up on the windswept cliffs of Pale Peak, Faye and Felix celebrate their new engagement. But soon, a chorus of ghastly noises erupts from the nearby the screams of animals, the cries of children, and the mad babble of a hundred mournful voices. A dark figure looms near the windows in the dead of night, whispering to Faye. As the weather turns deadly, Felix discovers that his terrified fiancée isn’t just mumbling in her sleep – she’s whispering back. Originally a contest-winning story on reddit.com’s horror community NoSleep, Stolen Tongues has received widespread acclaim and has been optioned for film.

My Review

Stolen Tongues was not what I was expecting. To be honest, I didn’t know what I was expecting, but I have seen this book around and it has gotten a lot of glowing reviews among those who enjoy the horror … Continue reading

5 stars
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