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White Bear’s Big Adventure by Marie Cheine (Book Review #305)
This book is about one of the adventures he goes through as he gets lost and has to find his way back to the little girl. Angels illness is so bad that she has to consistently undergo surgeries and that’s how the bear is left behind and tossed into the laundry, by accident. This is a wonderful book for children who are going through the same struggles. There are many kids who feel like they may be alone and I felt that it was very sweet to bring a plush toy to life in order to demonstrate a child’s feeling in attachment thoughts, and their imagination.
This story would be very suitable for parents reading to their kids. The story is fun, full of adventure and has subtle learning messages that work well with the storyline. I recommend this book and enjoyed reading it.
Written by Jeyran Main
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The History of New Innovations in Modern Medicine by Dr. James D. Okun MD, Evangelita Goodwell (Book Review #16)
This book is almost like a dedicated memoir of collected physicians that have almost become forgotten by the modern society, of whom their discoveries are to this day the reason why many of us have the ability to live a longer life.
In every chapter of this book, Author, Dr. Okun & Goodwell, initially introduce us to an inventor, his background and how they discover the cure to a particular illness. In most cases, instead of being appreciated for new ideas and new ways of thinking the innovators were mocked, ignored and their works were either not published or condemned. In the end, he passionately explains how if that particular illness had no cure he and many of us would not be living to this day.
His insightful writing on how unfortunate these great minds were and how they suffered for us is heartbreaking. However, according to him, without such sufferings and their ideas, countless lives would not have been saved. He firmly believes that “every discovery could not have been possible if the person who discovered them did not have a notion of what Aristotle calls “wet and dry” otherwise known as opposites.”
I liked the fact that the Authors related their personal lives and troubles with these medical discoveries and created a relationship between the two. Because of the way they created this connection, it was much easier to see and appreciate the journey.
In summary, both authors take their time to write a book about innovations in modern medicine and in some way say thanks to all physicians that dedicated their lives and suffered a great deal for humanity, in hopes for us to gain a stronger appreciation for the arts, the sciences and ourselves. The book brings us up to date with how in fact we are now able to live a longer life. Subsequently, teaching us not to give up on our belief and dreams even when the whole world is against us.
I recommend this book to everyone.
Written by Jeyran Main
This book was given to me by Dr. James Okun for a review.
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Gallery Of Life by Mirfarhad Moghimi (Book Review #304)
A Space Between Worlds Vol.1: Conception by J.D. Woodson (Book Review # 32)
I was given this book by the Author & Royal James Publishing for a review.
Here is a story written about two concepts, Shanti and Reno. This fantasy book is not like the ones you have read before. It is entirely out of the box and style of which we are accustomed to in the 21st century. The book follows Shanti and Reno’s desire to understand who they are, where they come from and unravels secrets that ultimately define their future.
The interesting part is that they are beings and nothing more. The conception is that one is a faceless songstress with a curse to remain that way, so she hides behind a disguise. The other is a florist with no recollection of his past pursuing answers, and until he finds the truth, there is nothing he can do to move forward. It is almost like he is in limbo. Are you confused yet?
Since the author has a poetic background, the book was written in a very different style of literature. There were too many explicitly written feelings and emotions that took away from the flow of the tale. The plot and storyline were fascinating. I applaud the writer’s skill in bringing forward an innovative form of a manuscript and look forward to reading more of his work.
Anyone that has read a few fantasy, science fiction books and is into deeper conceptualized content writing, can easily understand and enjoy this book. My recommendation would be that if you are picking this book up as a first time, Sci-Fi reader then, don’t.
The story is about love, redemption, strength, realism and time, all things useful and necessary.
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Written by Jeyran Main
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Dennis and Greer by Molly Gould (Book Review #303)
The letters are found fifty years after and what transpires is a strikingly real novel, making the reader ponder after it is over. The story is set in the 1960’s and when Greer’s daughter finds these letters, she then enters a world she never knew her mother had gone through.
The other intriguing factor about this book is its character development. Dennis and Greer are not the typical loved-up couple you see in Hollywood. They face trouble and their long-distance relationship does take the toll with time. Dennis is hesitant and less expressive in his feelings where Greer is the opposite. The story feels real because of this and that is what makes this book special.
The literature standard is well written and easy to follow through. The pace is steady and the connection between the paragraphs flows well. I believe anyone wishing to read a touching story and enjoys romance would find this book suitable.
Written by Jeyran Main
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Only Wrong Once by Jenifer Ruff (Book Review #316)
FBI agent Quinn Traynor is adamant to stop his massacre from happening. With the help of Madeline Hamilton, he only has a few days to prevent this horrific incident from happening.
When I began reading this book, I felt that it just sounded too close to home. With everything that is currently happening in the world, this book is a good reminder of what we really are dealing with. The author displays a very realistic suspenseful feel in her writing. The principal characters grow on you and the feeling of wanting to simply demolish the bad guys runs through your veins, as you read the book.
The literature is outstanding and the descriptive nature of the storyline is strong, creating the ability for the reader to easily dive into the action scenes and imagine them as real as you want them to be. I also enjoyed the double dimensional approach the story took. It wasn’t just all about Quinn or Madeline trying to save the world. The reader also gets a glimpse of the other side. How a lonely banker ends up losing his job, and flies to Syria, getting mixed in, with ISIS.
I believe anyone looking to read on an exciting journey filled with delicious action scenes will enjoy this book.
Written by Jeyran Main
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Cinder by Marissa Meyer (Book Review #6)
Summary
“Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. A deadly plague ravages the population. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch, waiting to make their move. No one knows that Earth’s fate hinges on one girl.
Cinder, a gifted mechanic, is a cyborg. This cyborg is a second-class citizen with a mysterious past, reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister’s illness. But when her life becomes intertwined with handsome Prince Kai’s, she suddenly finds herself at the center of an intergalactic struggle, and a forbidden attraction. Caught between duty and freedom, loyalty and betrayal, Cinder must uncover secrets about her past to protect her world’s future.” by Marissa Meyer
Review
Hello, Chronical Lunar Lovers! Cinder is one of four books written by Marissa Meyer in 2012. Her, books are a mixture between fairy-tale storylines with an add of Sci-Fi, a visit to Galaxies, and Politics. Stars above and fairest are two additional books written in addition to the ones mentioned.
Let me firstly congratulate this writer. Marissa not only has saved the essence and purity of the fairy tales we have grown to love, but she has added delicious twists and turns to them as well. Our Cinderella has been transformed to another level.
Let us be thankful that Cinder is not the usual fairy tale girly girl. She is not a girl trying to act like a boy either. Cinder is feminine when she needs to be and a leader, making important decisions, all at the same time. You seriously will find it hard to put the book down. Her strong mentality comes with elegance and grace. She is lonely and has a questionable past. Just like our Disney Cinderella, she too has a stepmom and sister that miss-use her, yet she treats them nicely and with patience. Also, she handles her half robot body very maturely for a 16-year-old.
Marissa Meyer has added a twist to this story. Cinder possesses an absolute magic on top of the ability to be more than just a human being. She is a cyborg, yet still, has the heart to fall in love or to care about her world.
I believe that she could have handled the Prince situation with a better plan and have a much more significant impact. The reason to go to the ball, in the end, was not as strongly justified. She could have just quickly sent a message or found a different way to tell the prince since he had already given her access to talk to him. She also could have avoided the whole embarrassing encounter by just seeing him in so many different ways rather than making it as public as she did.
The twist of the story, which was very attractive to me was that
spoiler alert.
Cinder wasn’t just an orphan girl mistreated growing up working like a slave and then going to a ball and become a princess by falling in love with the prince. She is way more capable than just our average Disney Cinderella. She IS a princess herself and isn’t even aware of it! Cinder does not need a prince to save him. In fact, the prince is the one in need of saving!
The story finishes leaving just enough power for you to go out and buy the second book, Scarlet.
Jeyran Main
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Hollow Fissure by Max E. Stone (Book Review #301)
First and foremost, I absolutely can say that this was an extremely well-written novel. The dynamics of the storyline having two protagonists was very interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed the correct and relevant way the author portrayed Hannah in the plot. She, being a teenager alone should have been a handful for any parent. However, no, she wasn’t just a teenager. She has gone through something even an adult would struggle to deal with.
The author easily made sure the reader was well educated and informed on her condition in order to create a strong bond with her. Another point I must add is that, if you really wish to enjoy this book, I would highly recommend you read from the first book.
Having not read any of the previous books, I found it increasingly hard to know who is who and what is going on. I recommend this book for people who enjoy reading romantic fiction thrillers and begin reading from the first book.
Written by Jeyran Main
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