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Perfect. So timely. Literally for anyone to read for any season.
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Super book to have with when travelling !
Wonderful stories. A nice break from this crazy world at the moment
I bought this for my daughter, she absolutely loves it!
These books are full of enchanting poems about Africa, the wildlife, people and other creatures. Perfect entertainment for little ones. A must read!
Lovely photos and a great resource
This is my second book in the Roxane Weary series and it won't be my last. Great thriller
Was given as a gift. Recipient delighted, has thoroughly enjoyed reading it and said he thought it was excellent.
“Thank God for girlfriends. In this crazy, chaotic, divided world that was run by men, you could count on the women.”
Kristin Hannah’s historical novel, “The Women,” is an emotional rollercoaster that plunges readers into the harrowing realities of the Vietnam War. Through the eyes of Frankie, a nurse who faces graphic and gruesome scenes on the battlefield, we see not only the horrors of war but also the challenges of returning home to a society that refuses to acknowledge women’s service in Vietnam.
Here are the key elements that make this book a must-read:
Frankie’s Struggles: Frankie battles not only the physical trauma of war but also the emotional toll it takes. Her parents’ disregard and disrespect compounded her pain, making her journey back to the USA even more challenging.
Heartbreak and Addiction: The novel doesn’t shy away from portraying major heartbreak and the impact of addiction. Frankie’s resilience shines through as she grapples with these demons.
Lifelong Bonds: Ethel and Barb, fellow nurses in Vietnam, become Frankie’s lifelines. Their understanding of PTSD and unwavering friendship provide solace amidst chaos.
Masterful Storytelling: Hannah’s writing is realistic and raw. Complex characters face genuine struggles, making their survival and strength all the more compelling.
A Tribute to Unsung Heroes: “The Women” pays homage to the women who served in Vietnam, sharing their untold stories of courage and bravery.
Historical Context: The novel deftly weaves social and political affairs into the lives of these women. From the Civil Rights Movement to Watergate, it captures momentous historical events.
Gut-Wrenching but Hopeful: Prepare to be gutted by the emotional intensity, yet find hope in the resilience of sisterhood.
Soundtrack: Music plays an important part in the story, it creates a sense of place and mood. It becomes a character of its own. I was thrilled to find a number of playlists on Spotify featuring the songs mentioned in the book.
I read “Another Life”, one of this author’s earlier books, last year, and now I fully understand why a number of reviews stated that it was different from her more well-known, recent works. “The Women” is one of my favourite books of the year to date. “The Nightingale” and “The Great Alone,” are now firmly on my to-be-read list.
In summary, “The Women” deserves all the stars. It’s a beautifully tragic and mesmerising tribute to the women who served, leaving an undeniable mark on history.
In this charming debut, readers are transported into the fascinating realm of antiques. The story unfolds in a picturesque English village, where unexpected murder mysteries await.
“Fear is a choice. Choose courage.”
I quite enjoyed the niece-aunt team of amateur sleuths and felt as if I were unravelling the clues and mysteries with them. This book has the feel of a classic, old-school mystery.
“Nostalgia is the bittersweet acceptance of all we were and what we’ll never be again.”
What I enjoyed most:
Aunt Carole: Aunt Carole, with her larger-than-life personality, steals the spotlight. Her wit and vibrancy make her an unforgettable character.
Midlife Exploration: Freya, our unlikely heroine, grapples with a midlife identity crisis. Her journey adds depth and relatability to the narrative.
Setting: The quaint English town provides an ideal backdrop for secrets, intrigue, and hidden treasures.
Dual Timelines: The interplay between past and present mysteries keeps readers engaged.
Arthur’s Wisdom: Arthur’s nuggets of wisdom at the start of each chapter lend a delightful touch.
Cosy Atmosphere: Picture yourself curled up with this book on a wintry day, sipping tea under a warm blanket
While brimming with potential, the book could benefit from additional editing and polishing. The ending tantalisingly hints at future sequels, leaving readers eager for more Freya and Aunt Carole adventures.
“There is no greater thrill than finding what has been lost,”
The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder” promises a fresh start to a cosy mystery series. Whether you’re an antique aficionado or a newcomer, this delightful tale invites you to unravel its secrets alongside our endearing sleuths.
Note: You don’t need expertise in antiques to enjoy this captivating mystery!
So happy with this book. Lovely behind the scenes information and photos about the horcruxes and Deathy Hallows development and designs. Can't wait to get the other books in the series.
Well written and thought out book. Well worth the read if interested in South African history.
Wish I knew about this book sooner. Many many questions were answered. Dr. Hill explains so much technical info in layman terms without overwhelming the reader with doomsday notions. Her book is balanced and allows the reader to come to their own informed decisions and conclusions
It is truly a magical book, funny in parts, romantic in others. With some of the best world-building in a fantasy book since Tolkien.





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Beautiful story for my niece, lovely lesson in the story about sharing and greed, importance of friends, beautiful illustrations, absolutely loved the story. Such a beautiful gift.
‘A raspy shriek shattered my bravado.’
In her snappy first sentence, Karen Hulene Bartell hooks readers of her latest novel ‘Indigo’, introduces them to the main character and sets the tone and atmosphere of the story.
This reinforces Lisa Dawn MacDonald’s stunning cover in black, white and indigo, which evokes the book’s title.
Jilted only days before her wedding and left with heavy debts, Raluca Olson struggles with the double griefs of betrayal and debt. Providentially, she inherits a cabin from an unknown relative and shifts from Chicago to Birch Lake, Wisconsin. The day after she arrives, she rescues a small bedraggled puppy. Not only dog people readers should love Indigo, the name Raluca gives him for his indigo eyes, but all readers should empathise with both his need of Raluca and hers of him.
When Raluca meets property manager, Dylan McCoombs, an almost instant attraction ignites between them. Before long, she is embroiled in a quest to learn about her benefactor, unknown to her, but known well to Dylan and others.
Learning about windigos, that are rooted in indigenous culture, fascinates Raluca. All fear the Windigo, a mixture of a monster/crazed human/psychosis/cannibal. Did Raluca belong to a family carrying the Windigo gene? If she marries and has children, are any sons at risk of being a windigo?
Mutilated slain animals and then abducted children fuel the townspeople’s fear and hatred of windigos and a family, Raluca’s family, for its connection to them.
In the midst of turmoil, Raluca’s ex-fiance Bill appears, complicating her life, including her relationship with Dylan.
Many of Hulene Bartell’s descriptions are written in a literary style close to poetry and appeal to multi-senses. For instance, I followed the road as it dipped and twisted through the wetlands, rose again between bordering alfalfa fields speckled with blue gypsyweed stalks, then dead ended at a railroad track.
In bold strokes Hulene Bartell also sketches minor characters, such as Angie, a real estate agent. Her stiff smile stopped short of a sneer. Readers will readily identify with Raluca as she copes with Angie and other questionable estate agents trying to get her to accept a low offer. Hulene Bartell even shares tips for renovating and selling houses.
Towards the end, the action speeds up at such a pace, the reader has to keep reading. Then, at the end of the last chapter, sated, and with all ends tied up, they rest back after reading a happy ever after ending.
But is it? No, there is an Epilogue, and once more they find themselves on a cliff-hanger, adrenalin racing.
As a reader, this reviewer likes to end on an up-beat where all is well with the world, not teetering on a cliff-hanger. After staying up late to finish the book, instead of going to bed in a feel-good mood, she felt she had finished one book and had started the sequel. Nothing wrong if the Epilogue had started Book 2 of a series, but, in this reviewer’s opinion, the book’s ending should have been at the end of the last chapter, and the epilogue omitted.
Hopefully, Hulene Bartell will follow ’Indigo’ with a sequel.
A 328 pp slightly smaller than A5 sized paperback and e-book published by The Wild Rose Press, ‘Indigo’ will be released on June 10. It is already available for pre-order on the Internet. This reviewer received an ARC of ‘Indigo’ from the author, but the opinions expressed here are her own. Highly recommended with a 5 out of 5 rating.
A lovely and well written book, lots of laughs as well as tears. Hope there are more books to come in the future.
These pens are fantastic.
