Review of American Apocalypse: The Second American Civil War by Kurt Schlichter When I first came across American Apocalypse: The Second American Civil War by Kurt Schlichter, I was intrigued—partly by the provocative title, but mostly because I’ve always had a fascination with speculative fiction that mirrors our current socio-political landscape. Schlichter, known for his

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Discovering Joy in the Little Things: A Review of A World Wonder When I first stumbled upon A World Wonder: A Story of Big Dreams, Amazing Adventures, and the Little Things that Matter Most by Laura Wifler, I felt an immediate connection. As someone who has spent quite a bit of time contemplating what truly

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Review of All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr As an avid reader, certain titles leave an indelible mark on my heart and mind. All the Light We Cannot See, written by the remarkable Anthony Doerr, is one such book. The juxtaposition of a blind French girl’s resilience against the backdrop of World

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Book Review: Over the Falls (Ryder Bay Book 1) by Jordan Ford Ever since I stumbled upon the vibrant cover of Over the Falls, I felt there was a story waiting to sweep me away like the ocean waves it beautifully depicts. Jordan Ford, well-known for crafting relatable teen romances, promises a tale steeped in

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A Journey Through Laughter and Tears: My Take on It’s Kind of a Funny Story There are moments when a book makes you stop and reflect on your own life, and Ned Vizzini’s It’s Kind of a Funny Story is one of those reads that truly resonated with me. As someone who has navigated the

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Review: The Irish Inheritance by Jayne Sinclair I have a soft spot for mysteries that intertwine personal histories with broader historical contexts, so when I stumbled upon The Irish Inheritance, the first book in the Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mysteries series by the talented Barbara Ellen Brink, I couldn’t resist its allure. The intriguing concept of

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