Review
Book Review: Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah
Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah is a beautiful and poignant novel about healing, family, and the complex dance of trauma and the path toward resilience. Told against a Pacific Northwest backdrop of tidy homes tucked among dense forests, and towering mountains hiding secrets, the story—or rather life—displays the tale through the eyes of two sisters whose lives are forever changed by the one with the wild spirit and untold tale. The narrative is largely told through Julia, a successful surgeon whose life is starting to crumble when she’s called home after some kind of (troublesome) event. Seeing this call to return, it is here, too, a forced confrontation not only with her professional life, which has been a brutally dense and emotionally overwhelming time, but with the deep history of her family dynamics.
By Venkata Manukondaabout a year ago in BookClub
The Swarm Review by Andy Marino
Click here to get the audiobook for free An Exploration of Andy Marino's The Swarm Andy Marino's The Swarm is not your average creature feature. It goes beyond the conventional clichés of monstrous invasions and catastrophic scenarios, delving into the intricate complexities of human relationships, the fragility of society institutions, and the frightening appeal of the unknown. While the titular swarm of cicadas serves as a catalyst for the story's unraveling, the ultimate horror resides in the human reaction to the unexplainable, the primordial fears and wants that rise to the surface when the familiar world falls.
By Francisco Navarroabout a year ago in BookClub
A Delicious Dive Into the Low-Carb World; A Review of Keto by Maria & Craig Emmerich
If you've been scouring the world of low-carb diets, chances are you’ve come across Keto by Maria Emmerich and Craig Emmerich. The book promises to be your ultimate guide to understanding and embracing the ketogenic lifestyle, a plan that many swear by for weight loss, energy, and overall health improvements. So, does it live up to the hype? Spoiler alert: it does, and then some! Here’s my deep dive into what makes this book an essential read for anyone considering the keto lifestyle.
By Future of Resilience about a year ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Seed of Corruption by A.I. Fabler
Anton Faraday is the unlikely hero of The Seed of Corruption and is certainly not built for what he encounters in this novel and that was certainly part of the appeal of it for me. Whilst the book is told in the third person, as a reader, you are pretty much inside Anton's head for the whole book, subject to his thoughts and perceptions and his fears and doubts. I like heroes who are human; who are not really sure what they are capable of until faced with uncertain circumstances and Anton definitely fits into this category.
By Rachel Deemingabout a year ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Woman who Walked into the Sea by Mark Douglas-Home
I really enjoyed this, the second in The Sea Detective series, named after Cal McGill, who's essentially a scientist who looks at a number of factors like currents, tides and weather conditions to decipher from his analysis of these the location of things lost at sea. This includes cargo lost from ships but it has more recently for him extended to tracing the whereabouts of people lost in coastal waters. This is not a job for the faint-hearted and this book sees Cal questioning his motives for taking on some of the cases he receives. I've not read the first book but I'm assuming that it sets the scene for Cal being a person called upon by a distraught family to find their loved one and perhaps the discovery of what happened to them.
By Rachel Deemingabout a year ago in BookClub
Overcoming Anxiety in Love; A of Review: "Anxiety in Relationship" by Theresa Miller
Relationships can be a source of joy and fulfillment, but for many, they also stir up feelings of anxiety. Whether you're navigating a new partnership, facing challenges in a long-term relationship, or dealing with recurring emotional patterns, the fear of vulnerability, rejection, or loss can make even the most loving connection feel uncertain. In Anxiety in Relationships, author and therapist Theresa Miller delves deep into the causes of relationship anxiety, offering insightful guidance for those looking to understand and manage their emotional responses in intimate settings.
By Future of Resilience about a year ago in BookClub
Book of Doors
If you love the book thief this is a definite read for you this book combines the thrill of reading with the fantasy of escape and that books are so much more than just books. Which honestly in today's world I think is needed especially considering that in America books are being banned for being books and expressing views which is just a whole another topic that I'm not gonna get into.
By Hannah Elliottabout a year ago in BookClub
A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion; A Review of Waking Up by: Sam Harris
In Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion, Sam Harris embarks on a bold intellectual journey to explore the intersection of consciousness, spirituality, and science. As one of the leading figures in the “new atheism” movement, Harris is known for his clear, logical approach to topics often considered mysterious or subjective. In this book, he attempts to reconcile spirituality with a skeptical, scientific worldview. Through a blend of personal narrative, philosophical insight, and scientific explanations, Waking Up provides a thought-provoking perspective on how we can achieve deep spiritual awareness without subscribing to any religious dogma. Here, I’ll break down the key elements of this work in seven key points.
By Future of Resilience about a year ago in BookClub
Star Wars Film Novelizations
The author, me, would like to note that my reviews vary. Sometimes, I'm lazy and make it short. Other times, I have a lot on my mind, so things get lengthy and sometimes ranty. Just a fair warning before you look at my reviews below.
By Luna Jordanabout a year ago in BookClub
