If you like books about books with whimsical and supernatural elements, read this slow-build magical realism book about a woman who must save her library and unknowingly herself. The Summary A sweeping, magical ode to community and the stories we …
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A memoir about anxiety? Don’t mind if I do! My experience with the onset of a first panic attack was somewhat similar to Julie’s, so it was nice to read an account that I could relate to. Was Everyone But …
I’ll admit, any book with “puzzle” in the title, I’ve got to check out. When One Puzzling Afternoon rolled into my inbox, I thought it sounded really good and agreed to read and review it. Did it live up to …
The Synopsis Cleo Davenport has heard the whispers: the murmured conversations that end abruptly the second she walks into a room. Told she was an orphan, she knows the rumorโthat her father is none other than the Prince of Wales, …
- Book ReviewsHistorical FictionSci-Fi/FantasyYoung Adult
Review: The Court of Shadows by Victor Dixen & Franรงoise Bui (Translator)
by Mollyby MollyA bestselling French historical fantasy for young adults is now available for English audiences. The Court of Shadows brings both drama and gore to the court of Louis the XIV of France in this alternate history featuring a young protagonist …
When I received a review request for a book that was set in my home state of Minnesota with elements of historical mystery, I had to give it a try. Wow, I’m so glad I did! The Summary Minnesota, 1956 …
- Book ReviewsHistorical Fiction
Cover Reveal: Every Time We Say Goodbye by Natalie Jenner
by Katieby KatieLiterary Quicksand readers might remember my reviews of author Natalie Jenner’s first two novels: The Jane Austen Society and Bloomsbury Girls: two engaging, well-plotted books with interesting characters and fascinating glimpses into history. Jenner has a talent for creating hopeful …
The Twyford Code was totally nuts…in a good way! Read on for my thoughts. Summary Forty years ago, Steven โSmithyโ Smith found a copy of a famous childrenโs book by disgraced author Edith Twyford, its margins full of strange markings …
- Book ReviewsMemoir/Biography
[Book Feature] Playing Under the Piano: From Downton to Darkest Peru by Hugh Bonneville
by Joliby JoliAre you a Downton Abbey, Paddington, or Notting Hill fan? Whether you’re a super fun or someone just somewhat familiar with Hugh Bonneville, put his book on your radar! Playing Under the Piano: From Downton to Darkest Peru will be …
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams was the perfect book for me to read in the moment…read on to find out why. The Synopsis Widower Mukesh lives a quiet life in the London Borough of Ealing after losing his …