In celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth I'm highlighting a favorite novel that I read before I started writing reviews, Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi.

A Noble Scheme is a historical mystery set in Edwardian England featuring a secretive and elite team of private investigators.

The Berlin Letters is page-turning historical fiction focused on one family's trauma as they experience the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall.

In The Kitchen Front, although the first prize is a coveted chance to be the first female co-host of the show, four very different women discover a more valuable prize to be gained: friendship.

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It's a joy to highly recommend the Gown, an engaging, poignant, and well-researched story for readers who seek lighter histfic and for those who appreciate vivid historical settings.

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The Medallion, a WW11 story of faith, grit, bravery, hope, risk, and determination.

James by Percival Everett is a companion read to Huckleberry Finn in that it reimagines the classic story from Jim's perspective.

The Tuscan Orphan is a beautifully told story of nursing on the front lines of WWII and a found family.

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In The Music Shop, Frank's greatest gift is the ability to listen, his greatest heartache is his devotion to and preservation of vinyl, and his greatest fear is having what he most wants...the love of mysterious Ilse.

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“In things a moderation keep; Kings ought to shear, not skin, their sheep.” Robert Herrick Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide. Marcus Tullius Cicero Be moderate in everything, including moderation. Horace Porter Throw moderation to the winds, and the greatest pleasures bring the greatest pains. Democritus MODERATION: Why does it matter? […]

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The nominations for #eddies14 are open through November 24th. The most nominated make it to the next round, so maybe I provide you with a nominee to consider for YOUR nomination? While you can make your official nominations HERE, I prefer to expound on my nominations below: Best individual blog - My Island View - Tom Whitby, or

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Why is there a Rooster on French Jerseys? France's association with the rooster is more than just a joke that stuck its a powerful historical symbol.

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It's super common for travelers to have a list of places they want to see or a bucket list for a specific continent or country. If you're like me, you want to see as many historic places as you can squeeze in! Looking for ideas for an epic history travel inspired adventure? Wondering what kinds

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An interview with the author of Requiem, Changing Times, R. J. Parker about how to write a complex fantasy novel and his experiences.

What a spectacular debut… just wow! This will quickly become a cult favorite for YA fantasy readers. I couldn’t put it down and I will be anxiously awaiting the next book in this series.

One of my goals for 2019 is to do a monthly downloadable for my readers. It's a bit selfish of me really because the main reason I am doing this is

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American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins is an intense read. From the first page (which describes a massacre) to the last, I had to remind myself to breathe. I felt like I was on the run with Lydia.

September 4, 2020 The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis Genre/Categories: Historical Fiction, New York City *This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Summary: Told in two timelines, The Lions of Fifth Avenue tells the stories of Laura Lyons (1913) and Sadie Donovan (1993) and their experiences at the New York City Public Library. In […]

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In the beautiful town of Pai, Thailand, there are multiple options of Hot Springs to visit. We checked out all the Pai Hot Springs, read about them here!

Fans of sailing (jargon and ocean setting), complicated stories of marriage and family, extreme adventure, living off the grid, and descriptive writing might appreciate Sea Wife by Amity Gaige.

I really think Psych-K is going to be the *thing* of 2019! Just like last year we had Human Design take over the wellness space; this is what to watch for! Psych-K is basically being able to do a year of therapy in a matter of minutes by working with a facilitator who can tap … 043: What is Psych-K & How It Can Help You with Jena Sophia Read More »

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Strengthen the female mind by enlarging it, and there will be an end to blind obedience.' ~Mary Wollstonecraft By Jessica S. Manuel Today is International Women's Day. I feel the same about today that I do about Earth Day: we should celebrate our female accomplishments everyday. Nonetheless, I want to carve out some mental space to champion the power of the female pen today. Helene Cixous helped the world, and academia especially, recognize and appreciate this power many moons ago. In 'The Laugh of the Medusa,' she describes something called 'l'ecriture feminine,' or literally 'feminine writing.' Without getting too deep into Lacanian

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If you are a fan of Ann Patchett and love well-written, complicated family drama, you might love The Dutch House by Ann Patchett.

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With excellent museums and a UNESCO-listed cathedral, two days in Cologne, Germany is a great destination for a weekend adventure.

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