Disappointment in The Gradual Disappearance of Jane Ashland || SPOILER-FREE REVIEW

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The Gradual Disappearance of Jane Ashland by Nicolai Houm 1/5 STARS Genre: General Fiction Author: Nicolai Houm Published: April 2018 Publisher: Faber Factory Pages: 192 {paperback} Review on Goodreads Thanks to Allen & Unwin for sending me a copy of this in exchange for an honest review! Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing Well . . . … Continue reading Disappointment in The Gradual Disappearance of Jane Ashland || SPOILER-FREE REVIEW

November Book Haul! || 2018

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Am I late or WHAT in getting this post to you?! Yes, I'm very late. But that's okay because we get to look at all the gorgeous books I acquired in November! Hooraaay! November was a relatively tame month (surprisingly) for me. I only bought one physical book for myself so I'd say that's a win … Continue reading November Book Haul! || 2018

Deceit and Wonder in The Christmas Lights || SPOILER-FREE REVIEW

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The Christmas Lights by Karen Swan 4.5/5 STARS Genre: General Fiction, Contemporary Author: Karen Swan Published: October 2018 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Pages: 467 {paperback} Review on Goodreads Thank you to Pan Macmillan for sending me a copy of this in exchange for an honest review! Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing If you use Instagram, you've got … Continue reading Deceit and Wonder in The Christmas Lights || SPOILER-FREE REVIEW

Ancient Egypt in Ramesses the Great || SPOILER-FREE REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

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Ramesses the Great: Ozymandias, Egyptian King of Kings by in60Learning 5/5 STARS Genre: History Author: in60Learning Published: June 2018 Publisher: in60Learning Audiobook Length: 1 hour Page Count Equivalent: 38 {kindle} Review on Goodreads Big thanks to in60Learning for providing me with a copy of this in exchange for an honest review! Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing … Continue reading Ancient Egypt in Ramesses the Great || SPOILER-FREE REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

Fiesty Magic in Children of Blood and Bone || BOOK REVIEW

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Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi 5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Author: Tomi Adeyemi Published: March 2018 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Pages: 531 {paperback} Review on Goodreads Thanks to Pan Macmillan for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing GOOD LORD, WHAT A CLIFF-HANGER! I'm positively … Continue reading Fiesty Magic in Children of Blood and Bone || BOOK REVIEW

Books to Buy This Month! | December 2018

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Given that I was perfectly on time last month with getting this post to you, obviously that meant this month I would leave it until a good way into December. But that's okay, because you know what? I'm still very excited about all the books we're getting in December and I want to make sure … Continue reading Books to Buy This Month! | December 2018

November Wrap-Up! || 2018

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Who can believe that December is finally here?! I'm so excited, it's unbelievable. The house has been fully decked out with Christmas and the presents have been bought. I AM READY. But before we get too excited on that front, let's think back on how I did with reading in November. I had a busy … Continue reading November Wrap-Up! || 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