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Intermittent Fasting by Justin Hart (Book Review 203)
This book is all about weight loss. It discusses methods such as fasting and ketogenic ways of losing fat in our body. It also provides some history and common knowledge on problems people have that face dieting and what is now called “crash dieting.” I found that particular part of the book to be very interesting, as I know it to be true. There are parts where you feel that the book is losing track on the main topic, but the author quickly returns to the main issue. I think this book would be useful for people that wish to have general knowledge on weight loss.
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History of Russia by Ian Maslow (Book Review #181)
History of Russia is a book written with the intention of providing sufficient information about Russia from the early (800-1200) right up until the breakup of the Union. Read More
The Most Hated Man by Mark Pendergrast (Book Review #408)
The author is very brave to challenge the judgment on one of the most hated men in America. He examines all of the alleged victims’ memories and retrieved thoughts in therapy and analyzes how they all could have been not true. After reading the author’s other book, entitled Memory Warp, I finally could understand how he could connect this book to his other researched work.
The argument of the book was easy to follow and the work presented was well organized and investigated. The author’s intentions were clear, and I admired his attempt to explain the hazards of repressed memory therapy and use this case as an example of the problem we may be facing in determining what is real and what is not.
I recommend this book to people who are into true crime, false convictions, psychology, repressed memories, science readers and anyone in the field of medicine.
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The Sword to Unite by Peter Hopkins (Book Review #196)
The Sword to Unite is a fantasy novel written about a man named Cedric. He is the Lord of Orford and he suffers from dark visions and omens. When a tome is stolen he makes all efforts to find it and on the way, uncovers some truth behind his own past and reason. There is an ancient prophecy and Azrael, the wraith of corruption has returned. Just like any fantasy book, you have read, a group of magicians, beasts, and forest flock get together in order to stop Azrael. However, only the heir of Adalgott, who was the first King of the North, can stop him. Cedric needs to gather all the lords of the lands to unite, as the force is too strong to beat. The one thing Cedric needs is the blade of Geanlaecan, which coincidently becomes the name of the book.
The story was written beautifully. The content and the layout of the story was well put together.The book had many science fiction scenes and possessed a dense fantasy plot. It was still easy to understand, even if this genre was not your typical read. I particularly enjoyed the character development. It was apparent that much care and research had gone through, to make the plot flawless and exceptional.
The story was based on King Author and Anglo-Saxon Mythology. I believe every author has a unique touch to writing stories like this and in this case, the world building, summary plot and exceptional style of writing, set this book to be different, of its kind.
It is vital that fantasy-writing authors spend a good amount of time providing a picturesque description of the world they set the readers into. I strongly believe that the author has understood this and because of that, The sword to unite is highly recommended by me.
This book is suitable for fantasy lovers and people that wish to dive into a rich fictitious literature.
Written by Jeyran Main
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Sayni and the Windowjet Brothers by Garth Laidlaw (Book Review #202)
Sayni and the Windowjet Brothers is a children’s book written about a town named Candleton. Ironically it is lit by candles hence, the name. There is this little ten-year-old girl named, Sayni. She has a compass and has been told by the elders in her town that if she uses it correctly, the compass will guide her through her life. She normally walks around collecting things for her compass and some days, she fails to find anything. Her uncle, Garmo helps her out on those days in order to pick her spirits up.
As she is searching for more pieces one day, Sayni wonders into an area called, Blaresko District. This is where everyone without a compass lives. It’s where men and children wonder without a purpose or direction. Sayna begins to worry as she wishes to return back to her warm and comforting side of the city. People on this side of the city offer her already made compasses, ones that she does not need to look around to collect anything. She refuses to take them! She wants to complete her own compass. As she tries to run away from them, she falls, into the land of the Windowjet Brothers.
The author is a writer and an illustrator. This subsequently has been transpired into the book making it absolutely beautiful and fascinating to read. The story is written with absolute care and much attention. It brings the message of hope and trying to stay unique to whom you are. It inspires children to journey through their own destiny rather than accepting what’s been possibly given to them. The literature standard is absorbing and rich in quality. I believe nothing is more rewarding than reading a book like this and praising it for what it truly is. Exquisite.
I highly recommend this book for parents and children that appreciate inspirational books.
Written by Jeyran Main
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And Then I Am Gone: A Walk with Thoreau by Mathias B. Freese (Book Review #410)
The Alchemist
The Alchemist (Portuguese: O Alquimista) is a novel by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho which was first published in 1988. Originally written in Portuguese, it became an international bestseller translated into some 70 languages as of 2016.[1][2] An allegorical novel, The Alchemist follows a young Andalusian shepherd in his journey to Egypt, after having a recurring dream of finding treasure there. WIKI
Vikings by Michael J. Stewart (Book Review #207)
Vikings is a book writing about the history, mythology, and the Rune Stones of these well know pirate raids. It begins with explaining where the word ‘Viking’ originates from and how it all started. These raiders and plunders sure did have a life of their own and I was happy to read and learn more about them. My knowledge about these people was, to be honest, limited. However, after reading this book, I believe that I can actually strike up a conversation with someone and even lead the talk.
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Incrusted: Hiding the demon within by Annora Wilson (Book Review #409)
The story is filled with werewolves, witches, warlocks, and vampires. There are also fragments of romance embedded in the story creating an altogether, enjoyable read. The story focused on Ingrid’s journey, but I felt that it had three lead characters. The personalities were described and drawn well, and the pace of the story kept you intrigued.
One thing that could really improve the literature would be hiring a professional editor. As an editor myself, I could pick up on so many matters that took away the essence of the story for me. I kept getting distracted from the mistakes, and if that does not bother any other reader, then I can recommend this book to them.
Written by Jeyran Main
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