Review
HELEN. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, in the ancient city of Athens, there lived a young woman named Helen. Her name, Helen, was not just a mere label but a profound reflection of her essence. In the heart of this great Greek city, where the legacy of gods and goddesses was woven into everyday life, Helen's name carried the weight of its ancient meanings.
By Esse Naeemah Ali2 years ago in BookClub
KELLY. Content Warning.
"Kelly's Creative Odyssey: A Warrior's Journey of Art and Blessings" Dive into an enchanting journey that uncovers the profound meaning behind the name Kelly, as you follow the extraordinary life of a young woman whose name embodies the spirit of a true warrior.
By Esse Naeemah Ali2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Faery Sight by Patricia Bossano
It isn't easy being a teenager, especially when you're a human princess living in the faery realm. Celeste yearns to truly belong there, and is ready to relinquish her human identity, but startling revelations from her dying mother expose shocking truths and impede her plans. Struggling to come to terms with her birthright, Celeste must find her place between worlds while exacting revenge against the evil sorceress who wronged her parents. Faery Sight is the unforgettable story of navigating the challenges of growing up, embracing your individuality and choosing your own path, even if that means facing a daunting enemy.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Promise by Christi Nogle
A young woman confronts her digital doppelganger. A mother and daughter struggle underground, finishing robots for the rich. A loving couple find that their mirrors are very different than mirrors used to be. Your devices sometimes connect not just to the web but to the afterlife. Be prepared for strangeness here. We have several types of aliens, alternate dimensions, virtual-reality writing retreats, time-travel games and time-travel tragedies, cosmic artforms and living paintings, haunted Zoom meetings, and giant worms. These stories reflect the weird and unknowable future. They are often bizarre and dreadful, but they also veer towards themes of hope, potential... and promise.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: The Whistlers in the Dark by Victoria Williamson
My name’s Jinny. I’m twelve autumns old, and this is the story of how I woke the sleeping stones and brought fire and destruction down on us all… Scotland, 158 AD, is a divided country. On one side of the Antonine Wall, thirteen-year-old Felix is trying to become a good Roman soldier like his father. On the other, twelve-year old Jinny is vowing revenge on the ‘metal men’ who have invaded her Damnonii tribe’s homeland. At the Damnonii’s sacred circle of standing stones, her planned attack on Felix goes badly wrong, awakening a legend that threatens to bring fire and destruction down on them all. Can Jinny and Felix overcome their differences and soothe the stones back to sleep before it’s too late? Set in Kirkintilloch at the end of the Roman occupation, The Whistlers in the Dark is an uplifting story of friendship across a divide, as well as a spooky tale of a circle of standing stones going walking at Halloween.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
A Thousand Splendid Sun by Khaleed Hosseini:
Khaled Hosseini, acclaimed author of "The Kite Runner," delivers another literary masterpiece in "A Thousand Splendid Suns." This emotionally charged and profoundly moving novel takes readers on a heart-wrenching journey through the lives of two women in war-torn Afghanistan, offering a poignant exploration of love, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.
By Debby Lunginus2 years ago in BookClub
The Mind-Boosting Magic of Word Search Books for All Ages.
Word search books have long been a beloved pastime for people of all ages, and for good reason. These engaging puzzles not only provide hours of entertainment but also offer a wide array of cognitive benefits for both children and adults. In this blog, we will explore the numerous advantages of word search books and how they can help enhance mental sharpness and focus, using the example of the "200 Dog Breeds Word Search Paperback."
By chavone chakhan2 years ago in BookClub
Celebrating a Brand New way to enjoy Creating exciting composition books.
Step into the enchanting realm of creativity and imagination with our captivating "Sunny Bright Cat" 150-Page Composition Book. This delightful notebook is meticulously crafted to be your trusted muse, inspiring and kindling the fires of your creative spirit. Whether you're a dedicated writer, a diligent student, a budding artist, or simply someone who values the written word, this composition book is the ideal choice for capturing your thoughts and ideas in the most stylish and joyful manner.
By chavone chakhan2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Blunt Force Rising by Russ Colchamiro
Angela Hardwicke is Eternity’s most daring private eye... Still reeling from a brutal off-world case, Hardwicke and her protégé Eric Whistler are hired by Ther’eda Ranadyne, the realm’s sole creator of androids, to provide extra security during an industry conference aboard a galaxy cruise ship. Isolated millions of miles from home, the event quickly devolves into heated arguments between the pro-android community and its detractors, while a murder sets off a harrowing chain of events, the likes of which even Hardwicke has never faced. In Blunt Force Rising , the claustrophobic fourth novel in Russ Colchamiro’s Angela Hardwicke sci-fi mystery series, she is not only forced to confront unresolved waves of prejudice, bigotry, fear, and trauma... but fight for her very life.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
One of my Grandpa's notes
Those were the days when there was no internet , no proper communication system . My grandpa used to write down things in red big note and I preserved it , didn’t throw in dustbin as I was told to do by my Mother . I found the writings interesting though I didn’t understand most of the words . I’ll share some of his story .
By NAVIN BANTHIA2 years ago in BookClub
