Review
Book Review: A Yorkshire Lass by S. Bavey
Farm girl Elizabeth Isle’s childhood is fairly idyllic, set in the beautiful countryside of Yorkshire, England, but before long the Second World War breaks out. Now she must become accustomed to the terror of hiding under the stairs when a bomb siren goes off, the hardship of food rationing, and soldiers trying to steal the family car or falling asleep at the wheel, smashing the farm trailer to smithereens in the process. When war is over a relieved Elizabeth goes to boarding school and thereafter settles into a mundane career. Little does she know that once the war ends, her spirit for adventure will bring about a very different sort of excitement. A Yorkshire Lass: The Early Years is the prequel to Kookaburras, Cuppas & Kangaroos: A Yorkshire Lass Down Under in the '60s.
By Marie Sinadjan3 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Tales of Lunis Aquaria by Tessa Hastjarjanto
The sun is setting. The bright blue of the sky changes in a warm orange before it turns navy blue. Twilight slowly turns into night and the voices of the birds fade away. To the West, a moon shows itself, chasing away the clouds that block its light. The tree casts a shadow in the moonlight. On the other side of the tree another shadow appears. To the East, a second moon appears from behind the mountains. The reflection of light reveals the surface of the moons moves. It’s hypnotizing, how the moons seem to glitter. A meow comes from the bushes and a moment later a large feline with fur as dark as night sky jumps out. The silver spots on his fur have the same patterns as the stars above. The air behind the feline moves and changes color. The ethereal image of a woman appears without becoming solid. Her lips move as if she wants to say something. “Welcome to Lunis Aquaria.”
By Marie Sinadjan3 years ago in BookClub
Marsh Musings: A Deep Dive into Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Book Stats: Where the Crawdads Sing written by Delia Owens. Published on August 14, 2018. I was in the library having just read the book recommended to me by the kind librarian. Let me tell you my opinion on it.
By Staringale3 years ago in BookClub
Knowledge
Knowledge, that invaluable reservoir of wisdom and insight, has guided humanity throughout its history. It represents the accumulation of facts, information, and understanding obtained through observation, study, and experience. From ancient philosophers to modern scientists, the pursuit of knowledge has fueled human progress and enlightenment, shaping civilizations and individuals alike.
By Niraj Ghimire3 years ago in BookClub
Strategies for Promoting Cooperation.
According to Axelrod’s (1984) analysis of tit for tat as a key successful strategy, several practical consequences follow for the promotion of cooperation. First, enlarge the shadow of the future. If the other individual thinks that you will interact frequently in the extended future, he or she has a greater incentive to cooperate. If people know when the “last move” will occur and that the relationship will end soon, there is a greater incentive to defect and not cooperate. Enlarging the shadow of the future can be accomplished by making interactions more frequent and by making a commitment to the relationship, which occurs, for example, with wedding vows. Perhaps one reason that divorces often get nasty, marred by unkind acts of mutual defection, is that both parties know the “last move” and hence perceive a sharply limited shadow of the future.
By Dominic Ach3 years ago in BookClub
Ghost Mansion
Once upon a time in a small town in London, there stood an old mansion that had been abandoned for over two centuries. The mansion had a dark history; an incident had occurred within its walls, causing the townspeople to believe it was cursed. Rumors spread of ghostly apparitions and strange noises emanating from the mansion, deterring anyone from venturing near. One day, a family named the Wilsons moved to the town. Unaware of the mansion's haunted reputation, they decided to make it their new home. Emma, James, Sophie, and Thomas were excited to explore their new house, oblivious to the ghosts that lay dormant within. As the Wilsons settled into their new home, peculiar events began to unfold. Objects would mysteriously move from one place to another, and eerie whispers could be heard in the dead of night. Emma, the eldest daughter, was the first to notice these strange occurrences. She confided in her brother, James, who dismissed her claims as mere imagination. One night, as the family gathered for dinner, the chandelier above the dining table started swaying violently. Plates and glasses crashed to the ground, shattering into pieces. Terrified, the Wilsons huddled together, seeking solace in each other's presence. It was then that they saw them - the apparitions of the mansion's past residents. The ghosts, still tormented by the incident that had occurred two centuries ago, revealed their story to the Wilsons. They had been trapped within the mansion, unable to find peace. Moved by their plight, Emma, James, Sophie, and Thomas decided to help the ghosts find closure. With the guidance of the ghosts, the Wilsons embarked on a journey to uncover the truth behind the incident that had haunted the mansion for so long. Through hidden rooms and secret passages, they discovered a hidden diary belonging to the mansion's previous owner. The diary revealed that the incident had been a tragic accident, not a curse as believed by the townspeople.
By sayed tarek3 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Gaia's Revenge by J.A. Browne
“Have we weakened Gaia so much that she has become a target for annihilation? My heart suddenly feels twice its weight…For the first time ever, I hate the fact that I am human.” Gaia, the Mother of All Nature has been poisoned. Her fevers are wreaking havoc and mass destruction across the worlds. Hannah has discovered a destiny she knew nothing about. A sacred bloodline under threat. Now, she’ll discover a world and a heritage she could never have imagined. As the heiress to Gaia and with growing power it falls to her and the Elementals, Constance, Jack and Harriet to save Gaia and all of life itself. But Hannah has a terrifying realisation: Gaia will stop at nothing to get her revenge…Perfect for fans of The Girl of Ink and Stars, Harry Potter and His Dark Materials.
By Marie Sinadjan3 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
It's always telling how good a book is if you are able to read it quickly and that was the case for me and The Lost Bookshop. It was a really nice novel, which in itself, sounds like a fatuous and trite assessment of something which doesn't really have a lot about it at all.
By Rachel Deeming3 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: One Eye Opened In That Other Place by Christi Nogle
One Eye Opened in That Other Place collects Christi Nogle’s best weird and fantastical stories. The collection focuses on liminal spaces and the borders between places and states of mind. Though you might not find a traditional portal fantasy here, you will travel across thresholds and arrive at other places and times that are by turns disquieting, terrifying, and wonderful. Get up close with the local flora and fauna, peruse the weird art exhibits and special shows, and consider taking a dip in the mossy, snail-filled tank of water. Make sure to bring your special glasses This new collection will appeal to readers of Jeff VanderMeer, Charles Wilkinson, Steve Rasnic Tem, M. Rickert, Lynda E. Rucker and Stephen King’s novel Lisey’s Story.
By Marie Sinadjan3 years ago in BookClub
The Women: A Novel - Does it really deserve to be called a bestseller?
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! You can have a better idea of the story by getting a free audiobook on us through audible / amazon by clicking here.
By bookreviews3 years ago in BookClub
