Tag: adversity

Stoneslayer: Book One Scandal by Candace Lynn Talmadge (Book Review #1960)

In *Stoneslayer Book One: Scandal*, Candace Lynn Talmadge introduces readers to Lt. Helen Andros, a mixed-race outcast in the realm of Azgard. After her true parentage is revealed, Helen narrowly escapes death, only to confront the outrage of the overclass and the lethal hostility… Continue Reading “Stoneslayer: Book One Scandal by Candace Lynn Talmadge (Book Review #1960)”

No Place to Hide by Ruth Searle (Book Review #1922)

Ruth Searle’s *No Place to Hide* plunges readers into a gripping psychological thriller that navigates the harrowing aftermath of a tragic loss. Consultant surgeon Daniel Kendrick and forensic psychiatrist Fay Kendrick are shattered by the unsolved murder of their infant child, a trauma that… Continue Reading “No Place to Hide by Ruth Searle (Book Review #1922)”

Just Fireworks: A child’s memories of a war-torn Lebanon by Nader Barrak (Book Review #1845)

In “Just Fireworks: A Child’s Memories of a War-torn Lebanon,” Nader Barrak offers a poignant and deeply personal recount of the Lebanese Civil War through the innocent eyes of a child who witnessed the horrors of conflict firsthand. Starting from when he was nearly… Continue Reading “Just Fireworks: A child’s memories of a war-torn Lebanon by Nader Barrak (Book Review #1845)”

Those Boys on the Hill by Elliott Glover (Book Review #1840)

In “Those Boys on the Hill,” Elliott Glover offers a compelling and deeply moving biographical coming-of-age tale that traces the lives of three African American brothers navigating the complexities of growing up in a group home in a farming community in Pennsylvania. Glover artfully… Continue Reading “Those Boys on the Hill by Elliott Glover (Book Review #1840)”

The Days That Followed by Hailey Gosack (Book Review #1836)

  Hailey Gosack’s “The Days That Followed” explores human resilience, connection, and the instinctual fight for survival against a backdrop of chaos and uncertainty. Set in Salt Lake City, the narrative kicks off with an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) attack that sends the city, and… Continue Reading “The Days That Followed by Hailey Gosack (Book Review #1836)”

I CHOOSE THE ENDING by Tasha Marie Johnson (Book Review #1813)

“I CHOOSE THE ENDING” by Tasha Marie Johnson is an odyssey of resilience, courage, and the indomitable human spirit that transcends the boundaries of a traditional memoir. Across five captivating books, Johnson courageously lays bare her tumultuous journey through love, betrayal, adversity, and ultimately,… Continue Reading “I CHOOSE THE ENDING by Tasha Marie Johnson (Book Review #1813)”

The Flaws in Our Prayers by Magdalena Stanhoff (Book Review #1712)

“The Flaws in Our Prayers” by Magdalena Stanhoff is a rich tapestry of intersecting lives and narratives, weaving together a story that is as complex as it is captivating. The novel traverses the lives of characters from diverse backgrounds, each struggling with their own… Continue Reading “The Flaws in Our Prayers by Magdalena Stanhoff (Book Review #1712)”

The Untold Prophecy by R.R. Hunter (Book Review #1685)

“The Untold Prophecy” by R.R. Hunter is an enthralling journey into a world where magic intertwines with industrial progress, and a prophecy becomes the linchpin for a complex tale of intrigue and power. Lord Berik Eddingson, a man known for his capability in handling… Continue Reading “The Untold Prophecy by R.R. Hunter (Book Review #1685)”

Who is Nika Nikoubin? By Nika Nikoubin (Book Review #1854)

“Who is Nika Nikoubin? A Bloody Las Vegas Hotel Story” is a captivating autobiography that takes readers on an emotional journey through the life of Nika Nikoubin. From the early years in Iran to the challenges of adapting to life in the United States,… Continue Reading “Who is Nika Nikoubin? By Nika Nikoubin (Book Review #1854)”