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Book Review The Well of Ascension | Brandon Sanderson Introduction of The Well of Ascension The Well of Ascension is the fantasy book that brought me back to Brandon Sanderson’s storytelling and reminded me why I loved the Mistborn world. When he prepares for the launch of his fifth and final Stormlight Archive book, I […]
Book Review: The Residence | Kate Andersen Brower Introduction My interest in the White House comes from my childhood. My mom always watched The West Wing, and those episodes played in the background of our home for years. I didn’t fully understand politics at that time, but I became fascinated by the glamour, the state […]
Book Review: Dumplin | Julie Murphy Introduction When I first heard about Dumplin, I didn’t see many readers talking about it on Bookstagram or in other book communities. The few people who read it seemed to enjoy it quietly. Even when the movie released on Netflix, it didn’t get the hype that To All the […]
Book Review: The Troop | Nick Cutter Hook & Context Hello, Beautiful People! Today I’m reviewing The Troop by Nick Cutter. From the first chapter, it reminded me of an adult science fiction version of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. Both books are not the same, but the spooky feeling and group survival […]
Book Review: These Silent Woods | Kimi Cunningham Grant Opening Thoughts Hello, Beautiful People! Today I’m sharing my thoughts on These Silent Woods by Kimi Cunningham Grant. This book grabbed my attention from the beginning. It takes place deep in the Appalachian woods and follows a father and daughter living far away from society. The […]
Book Review: Tender Is the Flesh | Agustina Bazterrica Introduction Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica is one of the most disturbing books I’ve ever read. Moreover, it’s dark, strange, and unforgettable. The shocking ideas and eerie mood trap you from the first page. As a result, once you start reading, it’s almost impossible […]
Book Review: 28 Summers | Elin Hilderbrand Introduction I waited for months to get my library copy of 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand. When it finally arrived, I dropped everything else to read it. I already knew I would enjoy it because everyone was talking about it, but I didn’t expect it to touch me […]
Book Review The Goddess of Warsaw | Lisa Barr Introduction The Goddess of Warsaw by Lisa Barr pulled me in from the very first page. It blends history, emotion, and courage in a way that feels both real and powerful. Set during World War II, the story follows a Jewish woman who turns tragedy into […]
Book Review The Nightingale (Kristin Hannah) Introduction & First Thoughts Reading The Nightingale felt like a puzzle. On one hand, it’s an easy, emotional story that pulls you in. Many readers love it, and I finally wanted to see why. After hearing countless good things about Kristin Hannah and her latest books, I decided to […]
Book Review The Giver of Stars Introduction When I first came across The Giver of Stars, I noticed how much praise it was getting on social media and book forums. I already knew Jojo Moyes from her movie Me Before You with Emilia Clarke, which I really liked. But this book felt very different from […]