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"Aliens Invaded and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt"
It was a quiet Tuesday night in Middletown, USA, when the unexpected happened. The sky was clear, stars twinkled, and the air was crisp. I had just settled down on my porch with a cup of chamomile tea when a bright light flashed across the sky, blinding me momentarily. My heart raced as I squinted, trying to make out the source of the light. It seemed to be descending rapidly, straight toward my backyard.
By Rasel Mahmud2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: gods in Alabama by Joshilyn Jackson
gods in Alabama is the story of Lena, also known as Arlene, who is faced with a dilemma: should she go to her Uncle Bruster's retirement party in her small hometown and stare down her family and her past demons; or should she cop out as she has done for the last ten years and keep a whole host of nasty memories and recollections at a distance?
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
"You'd Look Better As A Ghost": A Serial Killer Story About Grief
Originally published in the UK in 2023 and released in the US in 2024, I first discovered You’d Look Better As A Ghost in an email from Penguin Books. I haven’t read many serial killer protagonists in fiction that I’ve liked, but the novel struck me with its clever title and cover. Plus, the idea a part-time murderer going to a grief support group sounded like a fun read.
By J. S. Wong2 years ago in BookClub
Clocking Out of the Supernatural
Chloe wasn't your average thirteen-year-old. Sure, she enjoyed the occasional pop song and had a questionable obsession with glitter, but her true passion lay in the realm of the extraordinary – specifically, unearthing evidence of the supernatural. Her bedroom resembled a cluttered museum of the peculiar: a jar of "ghost breath" (stale air), a collection of "alien antennae" (twisted pipe cleaners), and a framed photo of her neighbor Mr. Johnson (labeled "possible vampire – sleeps all day").
By ANNA CORAL2 years ago in BookClub
The Daughter's Desolation. Content Warning.
The unforgiving sun beat down on Eva's back as she trudged across the cracked earth. Her once vibrant green eyes, now dull with exhaustion, scanned the horizon for any sign of life. The once fertile fields of her village lay barren, ravaged by a relentless drought. Hunger gnawed at her stomach, a constant companion for weeks.
By ANNA CORAL2 years ago in BookClub
Silence
Poem that gives me strenght on hard times.. Sometimes, one needs to distance oneself to get closer; sometimes, one needs to remember to be remembered; sometimes, one needs to cry to open up; sometimes, one needs to commemorate to be commemorated. Sometimes, it is necessary to remain silent to hear, for if speaking excessively were beneficial, we would have two mouths and one ear. Therefore, it is essential to listen more and speak less. The brightness of silent can overshadow speech, as both the light of silence and the benefit of speech are concealed within it. I understand that everything that happens eventually falls silent. I understand that silence is profound and majestic. Let our silence speak volumes; let's find a language without words within ourselves, where only the two of us understand the sorrow. My heart, refrain from expressing too much; the more you express, the more your heart swells, making it harder to wait and increasing anxiety. My heart, speak less so our affairs may mature, so no wrongful words may be uttered in the sight of truth. My heart, remain silent like the letter 'alif'; spring is almost here. Endure, my heart, like the unseen waves within the sea; if there were any other solution besides waiting, believe me, it wouldn't stop you. But there is no other remedy; even medicine doesn't take effect without waiting, and flowers don't bloom before their time. My heart, remain silent until distant paths converge, until relief comes after distress, until our faces are moistened with tears of relief. My heart, trust in the decree of your Lord until it is realized, until your portion reaches you, until those who haven't received theirs understand that they have no master. My heart, remain silent until you see his coming, until you realize that pain turns into sweetness, until you see that his heart is tied to yours with the knot of love. My heart, remain silent until reasons emerge, until excuses fade away, until our destinies become intertwined. Despite all these silences, have faith that everything happens for the best. So, my heart, let every silence be an answer, let every silence be a testament to patience, faith, and love. Let silence be the balm to my wounds, as deep as the innermost cry of my heart, heard only by those who truly listen. Let silence speak, and may the mercy of Shams Tabrizi be upon us.
By Batuhan Akkus2 years ago in BookClub
Review of Mrs. Rochester's Ghost
Jane is a writer for a small cable network show. When the show is canceled, her friend, Otis, invites her to come to California to tutor the daughter of a very wealthy man. Jane agrees and meets Evander Rochester's daughter, Sophia, age thirteen. Sophia's mother went on a relief trip to Africa and dies from a peanut allergy, and Evan finds out he is Sophia's father. He has no relationship with the girl and knows nothing about being a father. Jane is to tutor the girl in her studies, mainly in French, and to care for the dogs on the estate.
By Andrea Corwin 2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Genius Foods
Introduction "Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life," written by Max Lugavere and Paul Grewal, is a comprehensive guide to optimizing brain health through diet and lifestyle choices. Drawing from cutting-edge scientific research, the authors present a practical approach to enhancing cognitive function, preventing neurodegenerative diseases, and improving overall well-being. This book explores the powerful relationship between nutrition and brain health, offering actionable advice on which foods to consume and which to avoid.
By Peter Oset2 years ago in BookClub
