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    Lost Property - Helen Paris | Book Review

    A Lost Property office where people come looking for their lost belongings while some other considerate ones painstakingly to deposit something they found. The premise interested me instantly and promised to be a lovable read. And to start with, it kept up to the promise. It made for an interesting read to see the items people lost, how they were tagged and deposited in the Lost Property with smallest distinguishing descriptions making all the difference as to whether or not it shall get reunited with it’s owner, how each of these things may mean much more to it’s owner. And the joy when someone comes looking for it and is rewarded with the reunion. Albeit, not always so.

    It is quite fascinating to read how this office works and how the lost items go through various stages – being tagged in, awaiting claim, moved to the pit of unclaimed items …

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    One Hundred Years Of Lenni And Margot | Book Review

    One Hundred Years Of Lenni And Margot | Book Review

    An emotional, endearing & inspiring tale of an unexpected yet extraordinary friendship. This debut novel by Marianne Cronin boasts of a most unique & magnetic plot that draws you towards it instantly. I am in awe of the author to have had such a beautiful imagination and putting it into words laced with some quirky wit, humor and emotion all throughout this lovable book.

    One Hundred Years Of Lenni And Margot is the story of 17 year old Lenni who is terminally ill and living in what they called the “May Ward” of the hospital and 83 year old Margot from the next ward who is fighting a serious heart condition. As fate would have it, they bump into each other unexpectedly and strike an instant bond of ever lasting friendship.

    As Lenni And Margot attend the Art classes in the newly set Rose Room, they discover they have together …

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    The Village Inn Of Secret Dreams | Book Review

    The Village Inn Of Secret Dreams | Book Review

    An unsuspecting character landing in Cranbridge for a brief time but finding love, family, friends, occupation and a purpose in life that makes him it’s own forever. This has been the theme of the first two books of the Riverside Lane Series of books. And the third in sequence, The Village Inn Of Secret Dreams, follows this same pattern to the hilt.

    This time on, it is Belle Clarke – the barmaid of The Black Swan Inn – and Pete – Josh’s brother – who are at the center of the story and end up accepting their love for each other. And after the rescue of the Cranbridge Store and the Cranbridge Times in the first two editions, they are up against the uphill task of saving the Black Swan Inn this time. The book continues to emphasize the same aspects – utilization of local resources, developing a community feeling, …

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    Year In Review 2021

    So as this year draws to an end, its time for the round-up. For this write-up to be in time, I am including books read till early December. This year, I returned to doing what I love the most – reading – after a long long while. I was in need of utilizing my spare time doing something for myself that would be a means of relaxation & happiness. Casually browsing the Amazon store, I stumbled upon Dale Carnegie’s “How To Stop Worrying And Start Living” – a life changer of sorts. As I was looking to overcome the worry factor, it still surprises me how this book popped up out of nowhere to catch my eye! As I got into the reading mode, feeling more and more at home with it, I relished the sense of relaxation & calm that reading lent to me once again. I …

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    The Last Bookshop In London (Madeline Martin)

    The Last Bookshop In London | Book Review

    A riveting story with an enriching & soulful feel. The Last Bookshop In London by Madeline Martin is the most beautiful book I have read this year and stands tall to be one of my all time favorites.

    Set amidst World War 2 with London bearing the brunt of incessant bombing by the Nazi Germany, what they call the Blitz, The Last Bookshop In London is a heart wrenching story of the young Grace who has lost her mother to illness, and being unwanted in her own home ever since her uncle comes in with his family, she moves to London with her best friend Viv to her mom’s friend Mrs. Weatherford. While the two had always dreamt of living the big city life of London, never had they anticipated they would be doing so amidst the fury of the war. The story is beautifully carved with emotions, turmoil, strength, …

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    Over My Dead Body (Jeffrey Archer) | Book Review

    Over My Dead Body | Book Review

    As I had written in my previous post, I needed a desperate break from those dark, wild crime thrillers that were quite distressing to read. So what did I revert to as a safe, tried-and-tested bet? Jeffrey Archer. There is a reason he continues to be my favorite author by a mile.

    The best thing about Jeffrey Archer probably is the fast paced narration that never flickers for a moment and very believable characters that feel like “normal” people around us. Add to it the perfect settings, the indulgent mention of arts, paintings, galleries – it is the flavor of these William Warwick Series of books.

    So coming to the latest in the series, Over My Dead Body, we have William promoted here has Chief Inspector. The book starts by introducing a new character James – aboard the cruise that William & Beth are enjoying their holiday on (which had …

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