“She didn't want to be commended for knowing how to settle for second-best. That was like winning a prize for the prettiest shoes in a footrace. Irrelevant and not the point.”Excerpt from: Julia Quinn, On the Way to the Wedding Synopsis from Goodreads Unlike most men of his acquaintance, Gregory Bridgerton believes in true love.… Continue reading On The Way To The Wedding by Julia Quinn Book Review
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The Other Hand by Chris Cleave Book Review
“Death, of course, is a refuge. It's where you go when a new name, or a mask and cape, can no longer hide you from yourself. It's where you run to when none of the principalities of your conscience will grant you asylum.”Excerpt from: Chris Cleave, Little Bee Synopsis from Goodreads and Wikipedia: From the… Continue reading The Other Hand by Chris Cleave Book Review
1Q84 by Haruki Murakami Book Review
It's a terrible thing when a person dies, whatever the circumstances. A hole opens up in the world, and we need to pay the proper respects. If we don't, the hole will never be filled in again.”Excerpt from: Haruki Murakami1Q84 Synopsis from Goodreads: A young woman named Aomame follows a taxi driver’s enigmatic suggestion and… Continue reading 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami Book Review
It’s In His Kiss by Julia Quinn Book Review
Something important is always about to happen… And if not, you'd do well to act as if it were. You'll enjoy life better that way."Excerpt from: Julia QuinnIt's in His Kiss (Bridgertons, #7) Synopsis from Goodreads Gareth St. Clair is in a bind. His father, who detests him, is determined to beggar the St. Clair… Continue reading It’s In His Kiss by Julia Quinn Book Review
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Book Review
"“When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.”Excerpt from: Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist Synopsis from Goodreads Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its powerful simplicity and… Continue reading The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Book Review