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Book Review: The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri

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Author: Christy Lefteri Publisher: Bonnier Zaffre Series or Standalone: Standalone  Genre: Fiction Source: This book was sent to me free of charge in exchange for a review via Readers First.   Goodreads Rating: 4.49 🌳Buy it on Amazon🌳  "sometimes we create such powerful illusions, so that we do not get lost in the dark”  Synopsis: In the midst of war, he found love In the midst of darkness, he … Continue reading Book Review: The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri

Book Review: The Tattooist of Auschwitz

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he Story of Lale Sokolov is sadly not based on fiction, so I cannot in any capacity critique the story, only the storytelling. I was amazed by Lale’s ability to survive and the way he put himself at risk to take care of others. This story showed how even in the worst imaginable conditions hope could be found, friendships could be made and lives can be saved. The love story was of course very special and beautiful especially as its true. However, I didn't find myself emotionally affected until the authors note where we learn what happened to Lale and Gita after the war.

Book Review: My Mum Tracey Beaker

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Such a cute book! I was worried that I wouldn’t have the same appreciation of Jaqueline Wilson at 22 compared to when I was 12. However, it only took me a few pages to be completely invested in her story. The plot was fun and quick paced with familiar faces such as Cam and Justine Littlewood making appearances. I loved how the book addresses real issues that many young children go through.Primarily, Jess Beaker’s mixed feelings about her mum's new relationship.

Book Review: The Catcher in the Rye

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I went into this book with lousy expectations after reading polarising Goodreads reviews. Despite numerous reviews complaining about the boring narrative and laborious pace of this book; I personally found it well paced and hard to put down. That said I can acknowledge on reflection that there didn’t really seem to be much of a plot. I believe this is intentional as the book was crafted to seem like the retelling of a handful of days in Holden's life, rather than an adventure novel.