Once in a while, a book comes along that's just completely different from anything else. It can't be classified into any genre, or have any sort of label slapped on it. But it makes the reader think, and smile, shed a tear or two, possibly spend some time reminiscing on their own life, trying to... Continue Reading →
Based on the true story of Nellie Bly, the first female investigative journalist, this incredible work of historical fiction is one that's bound to stay with you long after you've turned the final page. The story begins in the late 1800's and we meet Elizabeth Cochran, fondly known as 'Pink', a determined, headstrong nine-year-old who... Continue Reading →
It was the title that attracted me to this before anything else! I mean .... you don't really imagine the words 'arctic' and 'curry' as being comfortable bedfellows, do you? So I was intrigued to find out just what was going on here.The story revolves around Maya, a young woman without a lot of self... Continue Reading →
For those who grew up with parents and/or other family members who were Holocaust survivors, they have lived their entire lives accompanied by the Holocaust as if it were an additional living, breathing family member; a shadow cousin perhaps, always lurking in the background, ready to pounce at any given moment. Ask me, I know... Continue Reading →
In the early 90's there was this really popular American sitcom starring Helen Hunt and Paul Reiser, that I really loved, called Mad About You. For some reason, Our Life in a Day reminded me of that! Tom and Esme are your average "noughties" couple. They meet at a party, get to know each other,... Continue Reading →
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