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Joined May 2016

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The Safekeep | Yael van der Wouden
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4/5 🌟

Atmospheric, intriguing and a solid debut novel.

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Earth | John Boyne
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4/5 🌟

Not as good as the first book, but still engaging and worth the read.

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4/5 🌟

When you mix narcissism, money, and blind faith… what could possibly go wrong? 🙏

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3.5/5 🌟

This started strongly with a compelling look at mental illness and the bond between twin brothers. However, the relentless misfortunes made the narrative feel forced and overly dramatic. An okay read overall.

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Point Zero | Seicho Matsumoto
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3.8/5 🌟

A woman marries a man, but soon after, he disappears, and she sets out to find him. This was a solid 4-star read, but unfortunately, the last 20% became repetitive. Overall, I still enjoyed it!

Cathythoughts I recently read this one too. I enjoyed it ! 3w
sarahbarnes This one is on my list! 4d
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Daily Stoic meditation: the antidote to my reading slump.

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5/5 🌟

My faith in humanity, further shattered—a daughter's harrowing memoir of her father's decade-long deception, manipulation, and unspeakable crimes.

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Orbital | Samantha Harvey
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DNF - Unfortunately, this book did not take off for me.

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Kala: A Novel | Colin Walsh
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3.8/5 🌟

A slow-burning, character-driven mystery set in a quiet seaside village. Three childhood friends reunite after years apart, only to face unsettling questions about a friend‘s long-ago disappearance. As memories resurface, so do buried tensions, forcing them to confront the truth about their past.

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Annie Bot | Sierra Greer
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4/5 🌟

Annie is a robot designed by Doug to fulfill his every desire. Programmed to operate in a sentient mode to appear more human, she begins to develop independent thoughts and emotions. As Annie evolves, she starts questioning her identity and what it means to be human. A thought-provoking and compelling read.

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Second Place: A Novel | Rachel Cusk
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2.8/5🌟

What can I say? I persisted and finished the book, even though I didn‘t understand half of it. The writing was so poetic and captivating that it kept me going. The half I did understand was thought-provoking and beautiful.

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Did I Ever Tell You: A Memoir | Genevieve Kingston
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5/5 🌟

A heartwrenching story of a mother‘s love as she faces terminal cancer, leaving letters and gifts for her children to guide them through life‘s milestones. Profoundly moving and beautiful.

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3.8/5 ?

"So long as we continue to put mortal me on thrones and hail them as gods, sacrifice our lives to their legacies, history will repeat itself."

A departure from my usual reads, but I enjoyed it. While some parts felt a bit clichéd, the overarching message about men, power, and legacy was poignant and well delivered. Overall, an enjoyable read.

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Our Evenings: A Novel | Alan Hollinghurst
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This book started strong but completely fizzled out 40% in. I bailed at 60%—life‘s too short for boring books, and I‘ve hit my limit on privileged, elite British society.

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Soldier Sailor | Claire Kilroy
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5/5 🌟

Beautiful. Funny. Raw. Honest. Primal. Angry. Moving. This book evoked a whirlwind of emotions. It's a powerful and candid account of a first-time mum's journey, exploring her immense love for her child alongside the struggles of motherhood and the loss of self that often accompanies it.

It doesn't sugarcoat the realities of being a parent, and for that, it feels deeply relatable. An amazing book!

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Soldier Sailor | Claire Kilroy
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My current reads: all fiction.

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His current reads: all non-fiction.

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Untitled | Untitled
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My kind of pick-up 😘

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James: A Novel | Percival Everett
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5/5 🌟

I grew up loving the Adventures of Tom Sawyer cartoon series, so I‘m glad this book didn‘t disappoint. It‘s clever and offers a harrowing yet compelling perspective on slavery and racism through Jim‘s eyes. The writing is spot on, and the idea that slave talk was intentionally shaped to feed white people's sense of superiority is brilliant—my favourite part. Brilliant, brilliant book!!

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Nine Lives | Peter Swanson
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3.8/5 🌟

Thrillers are my go-to for a quick and exciting palate cleanse. This one did the job. 👍

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3.5/5 🌟

The second time around, I gave this book another chance, and while it still wasn‘t a favourite, I found it engaging enough to finish. Sadie and Sam‘s friendship was often frustrating, full of misunderstandings and tension. However, I appreciated how the story explored their growth and maturity over time.

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Weyward: A Novel | Emilia Hart
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4/5 🌟

This is an intergenerational story of three women connected by their Weyward legacy. Through beautiful writing, it tackles tough themes like abuse, assault and resilience. The audiobook is excellent.

Amor4Libros This was one of my favorite books last year 😊 3mo
Night_Reader @Amor4Libros It's a fantastic debut novel! 3mo
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Her Name Was Rose | Claire Allan
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3.8/5 🌟

An engaging thriller that's perfect for a quick, entertaining adventure.

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Elena Knows | Claudia Pieiro
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4.5/5 🌟

A gripping and honest story about a mother seeking answers after her daughter's death. It explores themes of religion, free will, motherhood, and illness with powerful, candid writing. A deeply moving and well-crafted book.

Tamra My favorite Pineiro! 3mo
Night_Reader @Tamra It's a great book. I have to read her books. 3mo
Tamra @Night_Reader the others I‘ve read are good, but there is something particularly riveting about this one. I think it‘s the propulsion given by the time restrictions. 3mo
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Another Day: Slowly Burning | Anoymous Author
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Reached my goal of 50 books! Hoping to do it all again this year! Happy New Year, everyone! 🎉

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From Here to the Great Unknown: A Memoir | Lisa Marie Presley, Riley Keough
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5/5 🌟

Ending the year on a literary high note! This was a surprisingly fantastic and compelling read. Her life was filled with fascinating experiences, deep pain, and grief that truly broke my heart. What an incredible memoir!

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4/5 🌟

This is one of those books that feels like it should be fiction—but it‘s not. It tells the shocking true story about Jean-Claude Romand, a man whose lies caught up with him, leading to the horrific murder of his family. Gripping and heartbreaking, it‘s a disturbing look at selfishness and deceit.

BarbaraBB We‘ve both been reading Carrère! This one packed a punch too. So good. And dark! 3mo
Night_Reader @BarbaraBB I want to read Class Trip next, have you read it? 3mo
BarbaraBB Yes, one of my favorites! 3mo
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Flowers for Algernon | Daniel Keyes
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5/5 🌟

This interesting, heartbreaking, and thought-provoking book raises questions about the pursuit of scientific progress and its impact on individuals. It also highlights the cruelty, indifference, and pity often faced by people with mental disabilities. I thoroughly enjoyed this one!

Suet624 I remember this was required reading when I was in middle or high school. 50 years ago. Powerful read. 4mo
Tamra This was a powerful read as a teen. Echoing @Suet624 Good empathy builder. 4mo
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Here One Moment | Liane Moriarty
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3.5/5 🌟

This book started off on a strong note, pulling me in with its intriguing premise. However, the sheer number of characters introduced became a significant drawback for me and I didn't really connect with any of them. It‘s the kind of book that‘s entertaining while it lasts but doesn‘t leave a lasting impression. Good for a quick escape, but don‘t expect to be raving about it afterward.

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Water | John Boyne
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5/5 🌟

Seeing this book everywhere, I finally decided to pick it up—and wow, I‘m so glad I did! A fantastic read from start to finish. A beautifully written tale of guilt, regrets, life choices, and coming to terms with the consequences of our actions. Highly recommend!

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Water | John Boyne
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Currently enjoying 'Water' by John Boyne.

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Lemon | Yeo-sun Kwon
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4/5 🌟

This short, intriguing and brilliantly crafted novel follows a family's grief after the brutal murder of a young girl, told through three perspectives. As the victim's sister seeks closure years later, the story reveals the impact and consequences left behind.

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Forbidden Notebook | Alba de Cspedes
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4/5 🌟

This novel explores womanhood and motherhood through the eyes of a woman who secretly keeps a diary. Writing late at night, she's anxious that her family might find it, feeling ashamed of her private thoughts. As she journals, she begins to question her values, family dynamics, and sense of self.

A thought-provoking and engaging read.

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3.5/5 🌟

This Japanese novel is anything but cozy. It follows a young woman, pregnant out of wedlock, facing her parents' disapproval and surviving an abusive, alcoholic father. Her journey through childbirth, work struggles, and finding childcare is raw and challenging.

It started strong, but by the end, my interest had faded.

BarbaraBB I felt the same 5mo
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5/5 ❤️

After all these years, re-reading this series has solidified it as my all-time favourite! The characters of Elena and Lila and their intense friendship are so real, raw, and honest, making it all incredibly relatable. The writing is simply brilliant! ❤️

Balibee146 I have had the first on my TBR shelf for ages... Just bought the other 3 in these matching editions, though the final book "like new" is a bit of a state and I will probably have to repurchase ?Looking forward to finally getting to them. 6mo
Night_Reader I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!! 5mo
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3.8/5 🌟

This heartwarming story about someone finding solace in a bookshop after heartbreak is comforting. The simplicity of the writing adds to its charm, especially in the first part, which I preferred. It‘s a reminder of how books can heal and bring comfort.

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4/5 🌟

Another cozy, heartwarming Japanese novel with talking cats and a mystical pop-up café. Astrology plays a significant role throughout the book, and while it isn‘t usually my thing, it didn‘t detract from my enjoyment of the book. You really can‘t go wrong with warm, comforting reads like this. 📚

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3.5/5 🌟

This is a straightforward and compelling retelling of his experience following an attempted murder. It's heartbreaking and shocking that he had to endure such a terrible ordeal.

'We would not be who we are today without the calamities of our yesterdays.'

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Butter: Roman | Asako Yuzuki
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3/5 🌟

A journalist seeks an exclusive interview with a woman on trial for the murder of three men. Did she commit the crime or not? I loved the premise, the writing, and the themes of gender roles and body image. However, the book was too lengthy. It would have been a much better book if it had been more concise.

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Touch | Olaf Olafsson
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2/5 🌟

Despite the intriguing plot, the execution lacked depth, leaving the book aloof and disappointingly dull, with a flat and emotionally distant main character.

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Author Talks with Madeleine Gray - so excited to have a signed copy. 🥳

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5/5 🌟

I couldn‘t put this book down. It tells the story of Firdaus, a woman on death row for the murder of a man. She remains silent until the day of her execution, when she recounts the harrowing and heart-wrenching experiences she endured at the hands of weak, cowardly men. This book is both savage and powerful—a truly worthy read.

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4/5 🌟

This novel begins at a languid pace, mirroring the isolated life of its protagonist, a woman who seems to be merely existing rather than living. As the story unfolds, one empathises deeply with her, feeling the weight of her solitude and unspoken struggles. It is a beautifully written and compassionate book.

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Almond: A Novel | Won-pyung Sohn
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3.8/5 ?

Currently in a reading slump, so I‘m grateful to this book for pulling me out of it. I loved the first half, but the ending felt too neatly wrapped up.

"This story is, in short, about a monster meeting another monster. One of the monsters is me."

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3.5/5 🌟

If you're a fan of quirky characters and bizarre situations, this book might be your cup of tea. There are parts that are genuinely funny and interesting, and the writing is fabulous. However, overall, it's just strange. I would not recommend it unless you're into weird and unconventional novels.

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Blue Sisters | Coco Mellors
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3/5 🌟

The book deals with addiction and grief, and I found myself neither loving nor hating it. Some chapters were interesting and insightful, while others occasionally faltered, veering into overly sentimental and clichéd territory.

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3.8/5 🌟

A fun, easy escape that doesn't demand much, just entertainment.

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The Plot | Jean Hanff Korelitz
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4.5/5 🌟

Shares a similar plot to Yellowface but surpasses it in many ways. Although it starts slow, it gains momentum and becomes a truly worthwhile read. Highly recommended to go in blind!

marleed I really liked this. I read it, I believe, because it was Jimmy Fallon‘s summer book pick. He only picks one book so it‘s fun to keep up with his program! 9mo
Night_Reader @marleed Yes, a great book. 🙂 9mo
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The Making of Her | Bernadette Jiwa
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3.5/5 🌟

This is a light read about class, marriage, and motherhood, exploring how a desperate decision made at a young age can shape one's entire life.

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4/5 🌟

This is a strange little novel about a woman obsessed with another woman in a purple skirt. We learn about the woman in the purple skirt through the eyes of our narrator, who stalks and manipulates her from afar. Although not much happens, the author does a great job creating intrigue, suspicion, and questions in the reader's mind. It's an unsettling and interesting read. The audiobook is fantastic.

sarahbarnes I love Japanese fiction and haven‘t heard of this one - stacking! 3mo
Night_Reader @sarahbarnes I really enjoyed it. 3mo
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