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Who else here gets upset when their favorite books move from page to screen only for their favorite characters to be played by someone who absolutely does not fit the bill? My throw back here is actually two popular characters, both portrayed by Tom Cruise in the movies. Jack Reacher from the Lee Child thriller series, and Lestat the vampire from Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles.
By Andrew C McDonald10 months ago in BookClub
The Wager Book Review
David Grann's The Wager is a masterful work of nonfiction that tells the story of the Wager Mutiny, a real-life event that took place in 1741. The book is a gripping tale of shipwreck, survival, and murder, but it is also much more than that. It is a meditation on the nature of power, the limits of human endurance, and the power of storytelling.
By Timothy A Rowland10 months ago in BookClub
The Practice of Discovering Beauty in Aloneness: Loving Solitude
The idea of solitude frequently takes a second seat in a world that feeds on relationships. However, solitude has a profound and transforming force that is still unappreciated. Learning to accept and master the art of isolation can lead to self-discovery, creativity, and inner serenity in this busy world of nonstop interactions and digital cacophony.
By Taiwo Tolorunju10 months ago in BookClub
J Robert Oppenheimer Biography
J. Robert Oppenheimer, whose full name is Julius Robert Oppenheimer, was an American theoretical physicist and one of the key figures in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. He was born on April 22, 1904, in New York City, and he passed away on February 18, 1967. Oppenheimer is often referred to as the "father of the atomic bomb" due to his leadership of the Manhattan Project, which ultimately led to the creation of the first atomic weapons.
By hima bindhu10 months ago in BookClub
ALL THE BRIGHT PLACES WRITTEN BY JENNIFER NIVEN
ALL THE BRIGHT PLACES WRITTEN BY JENNIFER NIVEN "All the Bright Places" is a young adult novel written by Jennifer Niven. The story revolves around two teenagers, Theodore Finch and Violet Markey, who meet under unusual circumstances and embark on a transformative journey together.
By visionary vibes10 months ago in BookClub
A title that should be unforgettable
Flash back to 2013 here I am walking the path in Santa Monica California looking out at the beach. Mind you I was at the part where there is a cliff and a railing blocking you from falling off. You have a nice vantage point of the whole beach, and a beautiful view of sunset from there. Walking in the direction of the pier, I noticed a book left on the top of the fence. Seeing nobody around, I grab the book and began to read.
By Sarah urffer10 months ago in BookClub
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The Prompt Write about a book that changed you. Read more about this here I chose the title, a question mark because I don't know the title of the book that had the biggest influence on my life. I don't know the name of the book but I think it was a French translation. There was a dog called "Socks", that, as far as I know, is not an English pet name.
By Mike Singleton - Mikeydred10 months ago in BookClub