Exploring the intersection of literature, lifestyle, and the magic found within the pages of our favorite stories.
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 […]
Book Review The Eye of the World Introduction The epic fantasy genre has always created entire worlds filled with amazing creatures and long journeys. The Lord of the Rings made this kind of story famous, but Robert Jordan’s The Eye of the World showed what it could truly become. His story introduced new ideas, strong […]
Book Review The Great Gatsby Introduction When I first picked up The Great Gatsby, I had already watched the movie with Leonardo DiCaprio. Still, reading the original novel felt special. There’s always something magical about holding a classic book in your hands. For readers like me, returning to F. Scott Fitzgerald’s own words feels richer […]
Book Review One Perfect Couple Introduction Hello, everyone, and welcome back to my blog where I share thoughts on the newest Ruth Ware thriller, One Perfect Couple. This book instantly caught my attention. I finally read it while relaxing at the beach this summer, and the whole experience made the story even more fun to […]
Book Review The Family Upstairs Introduction The Family Upstairs was the first book I read in July, and also my first Lisa Jewell novel. I had heard a lot about her thrillers, especially Then She Was Gone, which made me curious. Many readers called her stories gripping and full of twists. As a result, I […]
Book Review The Silent Patient Introduction For this week’s review, I’m diving into The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. It’s a psychological thriller that had been on my list for ages and all over book communities online. Before I even opened it, I had already seen it everywhere—almost like it was following me on every […]