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Night Book Review

Content warning: this review discusses the Holocaust. The Holocaust was one of the most tragic events to have ever taken place on this very Earth. Eleven million people, including six million of Jewish faith, perished under Nazi orders. And yet, there were those who lived to tell the tale. One of them was Elie Wiesel,Continue reading “Night Book Review”

The Housekeeper’s Secret Book Review

Full disclosure: I was given a free advance reader copy of this book by Book Publicity Services in exchange for an honest review. It can be difficult for memoirs to stand out. I’ve been fortunate to have read ones that are able to distinguish themselves. Today’s memoir is no different. Since that genre is essentiallyContinue reading “The Housekeeper’s Secret Book Review”

The Soldier That Left: The Untold Story of Loose Change Book Review

Full disclosure: I was given an electronic advanced reader’s copy of this book from PR By the Book in exchange for an honest review. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks. Last year, I reviewed the memoir The Road to Yesterday: A Memoir by Maryellen Donovan, which details her journey to overcomeContinue reading “The Soldier That Left: The Untold Story of Loose Change Book Review”

Rosemary’s Baby Movie Review

Content warning: this reviews discusses sexual assault. On Monday, I looked at the 1967 novel Rosemary’s Baby by Ira Levin as my 300th review. Today, I’m going to continue diving into this universe with its 1968 movie version directed by Roman Polanski. It’s a faithful adaptation of the story in all the right ways, despiteContinue reading “Rosemary’s Baby Movie Review”

Rosemary’s Baby Book Review

I can’t believe it’s here, but reader, this is my 300th review! I started reading and thinking critically of books, movies, and television shows 8 years ago, and I have never looked back. I’ve encountered a true variety of titles from a woman traveling to Antarctica to find herself to a former president of Turkmenistan’sContinue reading “Rosemary’s Baby Book Review”

299 Books* Ranked From Worst to Best

*I know that some are adaptations and original movies, but that’s besides the point. Wow! I’ve been reviewing books, movies, and television shows for 8 years now, and I can’t believe that I’m now approaching my 300th review! I’ve been grateful to have this website and to review media of many kinds. I plan onContinue reading “299 Books* Ranked From Worst to Best”

The Forest of Vanishing Stars Book Review

When I discussed Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly awhile back, I talked about some of the ways that one can stand out while writing stories involving World War II. It’s easy to get lost in those kinds of plots because of how vast they are in the historical fiction genre. Luckily, Kristin Harmel foundContinue reading “The Forest of Vanishing Stars Book Review”

Literary Travel – Michigan Edition Part One (Southern Michigan)

Hi Everybody, I’ve been traveling quite a lot within the last year all throughout my home state of Michigan. As a result, I have a bit of a backlog, but that ends with my 3-part edition of my “Literary Travel” series focusing on the Mitten State. All of the photos used were the ones IContinue reading “Literary Travel – Michigan Edition Part One (Southern Michigan)”

Wuthering Heights 2011 Movie Review

Content warning: this review mentions physical and animal abuse. Welcome to Part 11 of looking at various adaptations of Wuthering Heights and seeing if they can capture the spirit of the book by Emily Brontë. Today, I’ll be looking at the 2011 movie starring James Howson as Heathcliff and Kaya Scodelario as Catherine. This isContinue reading “Wuthering Heights 2011 Movie Review”

Bridget’s Gambit: A Saga of Family Enterprise in Gold Rush California Book Review

Full disclosure: I was given a free copy of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review. I love learning about women who took the lead and blazed a path for future generations. After all, these tenacious women have always existed. I recently learned about someone who fit that mold perfectly. HerContinue reading “Bridget’s Gambit: A Saga of Family Enterprise in Gold Rush California Book Review”