Literary journey of an office career escapee
My son came over to me when I was writing this review and, peering over my shoulder, asked: “2K words in a review? Really, Mom?” I replied that this book deserves it, for it is one of the greatest books I have ever read. Probably the greatest. “The Grapes of Wrath” by John Steinbeck, a... Continue Reading →
“Flowers in the Snow” by Danielle Stewart is the first instalment of the five-book Edenville Series. It is a lovely read that I overall enjoyed. It turned out a lighter read than could be expected considering the heavy theme of racism and segregation in the American South back in the 60ies. I picked up this... Continue Reading →
“Dedication, hard work, and commitment brought him to where he was today, and unlike his father, he planned to enjoy his life, and share in its pleasures with the woman he loved before the Grim Reaper could take it all away.” It’s just Mario hadn’t envisaged that not the Grim Reaper but the unexpected twists... Continue Reading →
I don’t like writing reviews of the books that left me frustrated, and that’s why I haven’t written one for “The Awakening” by Kate Chopin, even though I finished reading it a while ago. Still, for the sake of objectivity, I’ve finally decided to share my thoughts about this novel. I don’t want to sound nasty, but... Continue Reading →
"We're all stronger for what we've been through and what those we love have been through." Says Nancy, who is suffering from Gulf War I-related PTSD, to her brother Brock, who is suffering from another kind of trauma. These words struck me as so piercingly true that I saved this quote from the brilliant novel by... Continue Reading →
Sometimes – or often – the stories that could have happened in real life are the ones that make the most profound impact on us. Realistic fiction, both contemporary and historical, has always been my favourite genre. As a teenager, I’d consumed every tragic, heart-wrenching, deeply emotional – yes, I read mainly the classics –... Continue Reading →
If you, despite the season of Hallmark-style festivities being in full swing, still prefer a bit – or more! – of an edge in your reads, check out these books. These stories will make you shed a tear – or more! – but not because that “scene with a cute puppy” is so delightful. “Tears... Continue Reading →
Winter is a perfect time to reflect on life, think back to the time when we fell in love for the first time, travelled to the country of our dreams, and dwell on our mistakes. And what can be a better company for these activities than a good book? This is my list of books... Continue Reading →
“Josef The Writer’s Cat” by Ellen Khodakivska If you have a cat, this story will fill your heart with warmth. But if you don’t, you’ll immediately want to change it.“Josef The Writer’s Cat” is a book that any cat would dream to have written. The story is told from the perspective of Josef, the cat... Continue Reading →
Sometimes, life is more intricate than any fantasy plot. If you enjoy reading a heartfelt story that could have happened in reality with someone you know, definitely check out these books by the talented authors. “The Ice Widow” by Anne M. Smith-Nochasak “Humans are the ones who construct love with walls around it” “The Ice... Continue Reading →
Eve's Book Diary 