The Truth About You: You’ll Never View Domestic Violence the Same Way Again Book Review

Full disclosure: I was given a free advance reader copy of this book by Author Marketing Experts in exchange for an honest review. Although domestic violence is a sensitive topic, it has attracted a lot of curiosity. People have seen it in some form, so they have an idea what it entails. However, domestic abuseContinue reading “The Truth About You: You’ll Never View Domestic Violence the Same Way Again Book Review”

Massawa: A Tale of Illusion, Espionage, and Love Book Review 

Full disclosure: I was given a free advance reader copy of this book by Books Forward in exchange for an honest review. I’ve read tons of historical fiction novels set during World War II. Most of them usually take place in Europe and Asia. However, Allied and Axis bases were also in North Africa, andContinue reading “Massawa: A Tale of Illusion, Espionage, and Love Book Review “

Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Women Archetype Book Review

I’ve come across plenty of self-help books over the years, but I’ve rarely read ones that are geared towards women. The only one I can think of is Forget the Fairy Tale and Find Your Happiness by Deb Miller, which covers how the author forged her own fairy tale and happily ever after. Recently, IContinue reading “Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Women Archetype Book Review”

A Bear Called Paddington Book Review

After last week’s review of what’s probably the most disturbing adaptation of Wuthering Heights, I needed something soft, cozy, and silly. I managed to get this with Paddington – the iconic bear from the series of the same name. Since one of his birthdays is coming up on June 25, let’s look at the characterContinue reading “A Bear Called Paddington Book Review”

Sisters Book Review

There have been plenty of books that I’ve read that I could relate to. One that comes to mind is Big Love by Bari Beckett. However, I don’t think I’ve connected to a novel as hard as I did with Sisters by Raina Telgemeier. It’s a great story about two sisters trying to get along,Continue reading “Sisters Book Review”

The Next Breath Book Review

Full disclosure: I was given a free advance reader copy of this book by Author Marketing Experts in exchange for an honest review. Content warning: this review discusses sex and death-related trauma. Letting go of the past can be hard for many people. One wants to hold onto it even if the future is bigContinue reading “The Next Breath Book Review”

The Midnight Library Book Review

Content warning: This review discusses mental health and suicide. There’s been a lot of more focus on mental health now more than ever. It explains why there’s an uptick in accessing resources of that kind. This even includes fiction, for it provides a window to understand why someone might feel a certain way. Some ofContinue reading “The Midnight Library Book Review”

The Paper Palace Book Review

Content warning: this review contains discussions on sex and sexual assault. I’ve read books that I didn’t care that much about, but I continued as an obligation. Some might say that I should do what’s in my gut and stop. I understand that sentiment. At the same time, I’m in charge of a book group,Continue reading “The Paper Palace Book Review”

Wuthering Heights 1970 Movie Review

Content warning: this review contains some spoilers and mentions suicide. Welcome to Part 6 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 reviewing the 1970 movie starring a pre-James Bond Timothy Dalton as Heathcliff. If one is keepingContinue reading “Wuthering Heights 1970 Movie Review”

Literary Travel – Rose City Romance Conference 2026

Hi Everybody, I was back at the Rose City Romance Conference this past weekend in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and it was fantastic! It went on from Friday, April 10 to Sunday, April 12. I was only able to go on the Sunday due to work, but there was plenty to do. All of the photosContinue reading “Literary Travel – Rose City Romance Conference 2026”