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I finished In the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winters. I really liked it, but not quite as much as The Cure for Dreaming. Both were historical fiction novels with young female protagonists who are independent thinkers, pushing the boundaries of their respective eras. Both had mystical elements interwoven. The Cure for Dreaming came across as being slightly more realistic and believable to me, though.
But In the Shadow of Blackbirds did mesh well with today's events. It took place during 1918, at the end of World War I and during the height of the Spanish Influenza epidemic. So all the talk of masks and the fear of disease were very relatable.
Overall, I'd give the book an 8 out of 10 for enjoyment and easy readability. I'm still looking forward to reading more of Cat Winters' books.
But In the Shadow of Blackbirds did mesh well with today's events. It took place during 1918, at the end of World War I and during the height of the Spanish Influenza epidemic. So all the talk of masks and the fear of disease were very relatable.
Overall, I'd give the book an 8 out of 10 for enjoyment and easy readability. I'm still looking forward to reading more of Cat Winters' books.
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I started reading french children books, as they are easy to understand.
Currently I'm reading "Blue au pays des songes - Bienvenue à Sad City Tome 02".
Reading this one while waiting for the 4th book of "Sorceline". It's my favorite book,
so lovely designed, etc.
Currently I'm reading "Blue au pays des songes - Bienvenue à Sad City Tome 02".
Reading this one while waiting for the 4th book of "Sorceline". It's my favorite book,
so lovely designed, etc.
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im re reading the harry potter books 
as im going to the london tour in a few months and i want my knowledge to be tip top
as im going to the london tour in a few months and i want my knowledge to be tip top
Got a new book for my birthday 
it’s called “Dead Simple” and the story revolves around a stag party gone wrong. A few lads get drunk and decide it would be funny to bury the stag and leave him for a while (leaving him a straw that he can use for air). Although when they drive off and leave him they’re all unfortunately killed in a car accident and leave him stranded. Really unique story and I’m so excited to read it!
it’s called “Dead Simple” and the story revolves around a stag party gone wrong. A few lads get drunk and decide it would be funny to bury the stag and leave him for a while (leaving him a straw that he can use for air). Although when they drive off and leave him they’re all unfortunately killed in a car accident and leave him stranded. Really unique story and I’m so excited to read it!
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I recently finished, The Indifferent Stars Above A book about the journey of the Donner Party (it's so well written but incredibly harrowing).
I'm now trying to decide between Salem's Lot by Stephen King, or Bad Blood a non-fiction book about the multi-billion dollar company "Theranos" that conned investors into thinking it was going to revolutionise how blood testing was done. It was a huge scandal and I'm super excited to read about it, but I've read a lot of non-fiction (it's what I enjoy the most) and I thought I might give some Stephen King a try. Still undecided though.
I'm now trying to decide between Salem's Lot by Stephen King, or Bad Blood a non-fiction book about the multi-billion dollar company "Theranos" that conned investors into thinking it was going to revolutionise how blood testing was done. It was a huge scandal and I'm super excited to read about it, but I've read a lot of non-fiction (it's what I enjoy the most) and I thought I might give some Stephen King a try. Still undecided though.
The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee.
I saw this on sale for 99p a day or so ago and picked it up without too much thought. Decided to give the first chapter a try while I was trying to wake myself up this morning and next thing I knew half the day was gone and I hadn't even had breakfast or made a cup of tea. It's well-written, fast-paced, and hilarious.
I saw this on sale for 99p a day or so ago and picked it up without too much thought. Decided to give the first chapter a try while I was trying to wake myself up this morning and next thing I knew half the day was gone and I hadn't even had breakfast or made a cup of tea. It's well-written, fast-paced, and hilarious.
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I'm going to begin reading Dune. I've had the book in my collection for a a little while now but haven't gotten around to reading it. I've heard they're releasing a movie adaptation in October, so I'd actually like to read the the book before then since I'm interested in seeing the movie.
Has anyone here read this book?
Has anyone here read this book?
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Haven’t read it myself but one of my boyfriends friends has and he absolutely loved it! My boyfriend actually bought a copy of it due to his recommendation as he loves anything dystopian. He’s only read a few chapters so far (and hopes to be finished before the film release too!) but so far so good
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After having to drop Pachinko by Min Jin Lee for my mental health, I’ve started to read some books in my backlog. Namely, “Real Life” by Brandon Taylor and “Deacon King Kong” by James McBride. James McBride’s characters in particular are very well crafted.
I did end up reading the second book "A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor" and I think I actually liked it even more than the first book! A lot more stuff happened in this book and the story was told from multiple perspectives which I enjoyed.
Now I'm currently reading a nonfiction book "How to Change Your Mind" by Michael Pollan
