Month: November 2018

Unexpected Books in The Librarian of Auschwitz || BOOK REVIEW

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The Librarian of Auschwitz by Antonio Iturbe 5/5 STARS Genre: Historical Fiction Author: Antonio Iturbe Published: August 20112 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Pages: 423 {paperback} Review on Goodreads Massive thanks to Pan Macmillan Australia for sending me a copy of this in exchange for an honest review! Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This was exceptionally good and … Continue reading Unexpected Books in The Librarian of Auschwitz || BOOK REVIEW

Libraries That Helped Shape World History || Guest Post

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intro by Sarah from Siege Media When was the last time you checked a book out of the library? If it’s difficult for you to recall the last time you even stepped foot inside of a library, you’re not alone. With ebooks and book delivery services widely available, it’s easy to forget that the library … Continue reading Libraries That Helped Shape World History || Guest Post

MASSIVE October Book Haul! || 2018

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I bought all the books in October. I showed no restraint or mercy. I just bought them ALL. So here we are today to half clap and half shake our heads at my total lack of self-control. Personally, I'm really quite impressed with myself. My TBR, is not. Places I shopped at this month? The Book … Continue reading MASSIVE October Book Haul! || 2018

Merciful Killings in The Boneless Mercies || BOOK REVIEW

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The Boneless Mercies by April Genevieve Tucholke 3.5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Author: April Genevieve Tucholke Published: October 2018 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Pages: 352 {paperback} Review on Goodreads Thank you to Simon & Schuster for sending me a review copy Initial Thoughts upon Finishing This was a really interesting read - but I … Continue reading Merciful Killings in The Boneless Mercies || BOOK REVIEW

The Ten Kindest Characters || Top Ten Tuesday

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Hello, hello! I'm deviating from the course today and semi-freestyling. I wasn't inspired by today's prompt for Top Ten Tuesday for whatever reason so I've done something on a different topic. So I hope you're ready to explore the top ten characters (in my opinion) who warm the cockles of your heart and make you … Continue reading The Ten Kindest Characters || Top Ten Tuesday

Monthly Wrap-Up! || October 2018

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I am extremely late in getting my wrap-up out for this month. Why? I actually forgot, in all honesty. November snuck up on me it seems. But nonetheless, here I belatedly am to tell you about the five magnificent books that I read last month! I think at this point in the year it's safe to … Continue reading Monthly Wrap-Up! || October 2018

Re-Reading The Assassin’s Blade || BOOK REVIEW

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The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas 4/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Author: Sarah J Maas Published: March 2014 Publisher: Bloomsbury Pages: 430 {paperback} Review on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This is my second time around reading this collection of novellas and it's just as heartbreaking as the first. I'm going to keep … Continue reading Re-Reading The Assassin’s Blade || BOOK REVIEW

Top 10 Elements of Gothic Fiction

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intro by Emma @ invaluable.com With Halloween just gone and NaNoWriMo upon us, there’s no better time than the present to explore the genre of Gothic literature. It’s truly one of the eeriest, darkest forms of literature. The term first appeared in Horace Walpole’s 1764 book, The Castle of Otranto, and since, notable authors like Edgar Allan Poe, … Continue reading Top 10 Elements of Gothic Fiction

Books on the Bottom of My TBR || Top Ten Tuesday

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Howdy, friends! I hope you all had a good Halloween and didn't go too overkill on candy (just kidding, is it even Halloween if you don't gorge yourself on chocolate?!?!) It's nearly one week into November and I've only just realised that October has finished and I probably should've started on my wrap-up - OOPS. … Continue reading Books on the Bottom of My TBR || Top Ten Tuesday

Books to Buy This Month!! || November 2018 Book Releases

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I was almost hesitant to write this post because of how many books I ended up buying / requesting last month when I did this - * uneasy laughter in the distance*. So I'm hoping that as I write this post today I show some self-control and say, you know what, I think I have … Continue reading Books to Buy This Month!! || November 2018 Book Releases