Review
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 Deeming2 years 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 2 years 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 Elliott2 years 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 2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: Sour Apples: A Novel For Those Who Hate to Read by Paul Jantzen
Sour Apples was a really enjoyable read, a real American boys' tale of summer. Our hero is Jimmy Hamilton, a lively boy who starts off the book with a tree fort but as his mother's fears about the relative safety of such a structure grow (and justifiably so), it looks like the fort's days are numbered, much to Jimmy's irritation.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
My Secret Girlfriend
Chapter 1: **A Love Built on Promises** Hi, my name is Eric, and this is my story—a story about love, commitment, and the choices we make when faced with temptation. I’m a 34-year-old engineer living in sunny California, and I’ve spent most of my life searching for a place to belong. Growing up in an orphanage taught me a lot about love, or rather the lack of it. But when I met Lisa, everything changed.
By Mustary Islam2 years ago in BookClub
The Heart of a Woman
For a few years seeing that book in my mother-in-law's house, I found it disinteresting, sometimes weighing on me as if I knew how I would react to whatever I was reacting to. I didn't know the book's content outside of it being the fourth edition of her biography. I only knew that I wasn't called to read it. Not yet.
By Mmakgobane2 years ago in BookClub
Review of 'Their Vicious Games'
Their Vicious Games follows Adina, a black girl at Edgewater Academy, a school full of privileged white students. When she is blamed for a racial incident, and her Yale acceptance is rescinded, Adina feels lost. But Adina has a plan. Fueled by her anger, Adina finds a way to enter The Finish, a competition hosted by one of the most influential families, the Remington’s. But she soon discovers the competition is deadlier than she thought.
By Cyn's Workshop2 years ago in BookClub
