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    A Flicker In The Dark | Stacy Willingham | Book Review

    It seems a while since I had last read a good thriller. I think, The Judge’s List it was, back in October. With a lot of emotional, uplifting and ‘goody-goody’ reading off-late, I was ready for an edge-of-your-seat, crisp and fast-paced thriller. So, having prepared myself to be scared, I took my pick with A Flicker In The Dark by Stacy Willingham, another debut novel – fourth for this year already (see links at the end)!

    The first thing that I realized about A Flicker In The Dark was that it is a very fluent book. Stacy Willingham’s writing is very easy-to-read and you would find yourself sailing through the pages effortlessly. And it works wonderfully in the book’s favor.

    Talking of the plot, this very interesting story is centered around Doctor Chloe Davis, a woman in her thirties, whose father had been convicted of serial killings of 6 girls …

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    Black Cake (Charmaine Wilkerson)

    Black Cake | Book Review

    I recall, on the last day of school I was going about asking my old teachers for their autographs. When I caught my 8th standard teacher unawares, she said “I would really like to write something good for you”. Decades later today, this memory surfaces up so naturally as I read the last bits of Black Cake. This is the feeling I share at this point of time. I really wish to write something good for this book by debut writer Charmaine Wilkerson.

    Being a highly anticipated book of 2022, I was expecting it to be a quality read. And, it doesn’t fall short at all. The brilliance of this book stumped me. If one could embrace a story, it is this beautiful story that I would.

    Black Cake is a multi-generational story of grit, tradition, inheritance, friendship, memories, racism and secrets. And all interwoven around the most powerful emotion …

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    DNF Books 2022

    Twyford Code | Reminders Of Him | DNF 2022

    Let me begin by saying, I am not one who likes to leave books incomplete. I find it unethical in ways, and insulting towards the author’s effort. I make it a point to finish books as much as possible. But, there are times when you are just unable to proceed. And hence, the Did Not Finish (DNF) Books for 2022 takes a start.

    A beautiful incident comes to mind. For her book The Rose Code on goodreads, someone commented how the book fell short of the person’s expectations and asked if it is worth continuing & completing the book at all? To this, Kate Quinn replied – ‘Absolutely not! Life is too short to read a book you don’t like . Move on’. (read it here) Epic, isn’t it?

    But that said, I would still reinstate that I truly hope to complete these books sometime.

    DNF Books #1: The

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    Engaging Book Sequences 2022

    Engaging Book Sequences 2022

    I strongly believe, small sequences in a story go a long way in defining the overall impact of a book. Such engaging book sequences stay with you for long. And, you remember the book with them. They are, in fact, great advertisements for the books. They are capable of tempting the readers who haven’t yet read them.

    Even now I remember that endearing scene from Sooley. Little Angelina is jumping up and down, running about the house elated with her brother’s return. And wanting to get hold of someone to share the news with. Such an sweet little touch that, for me, is one of the highlights of the book.

    Therefore, I thought of starting a feature to commemorate such “authors’ touches” on a regular basis. With the Winter reads in full swing, I bring here my favorite ones in the books I have read this winter.

    Engaging

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    The Maid (Nita Prose)πŸ”°

    The Maid | Book Review

    Winner: All Time Endearing Books

    An out and out entertainer. That is how I would describe The Maid by debut author Nita Prose. One of the most anticipated books of 2022, The Maid does not disappoint on any account and emerges as an outright winner. It possibly is the best way to start your “reading year” with this enjoyable and easy read with elements of suspense, thrill, humor and above all, friendship.

    Beautiful Characterization

    “Molly The Maid”, a sure shot contender for the character of the year! Nita Prose does a swell job in weaving such a beautiful and unique character, so unlike any other I have read thus far. A character who takes things too literally, whose every action follows the rule meticulously. Molly does everything in the “right” manner. She comes across as irritatingly formal & cordial and cannot make small talk. For instance, she would …

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    Malibu Rising | Book Review

    Malibu Rising | Book Review

    A riveting tale of love, betrayal, sacrifice & bonding. Malibu Rising is a compelling read that shines with a solid storyline. A crisp & stunning narration by Taylor Jenkins Reid catapults this beautiful book to the top reads of the year. One of those books you are not sure what you liked so much about it. Yet, something about it just makes it close to your heart.

    Malibu Rising is the story of the Riva siblings – Nina, Jay, Hud & Kit. They have a famous father, Mick, weak in character – with numerous women & one night stands in his life. He abandons them & June (their mother) early in their lives. June single handedly raises not only her 3 children, but also Mick’s son from another woman.

    The instant love for the abandoned child, the grit with which she raises the 4 kids and her ever lasting hope …

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