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Commonwealth
Commonwealth
Ann Patchett | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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"Finally, something brand new. In this recent novel, Ann Patchett makes use of haunting events in her own life which, coupled with her storytelling skills, lend her book an extra layer of emotional intensity. If you have siblings, and especially if you have half-siblings, it will bring your own childhood back to vivid life."

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Layer Cake
Layer Cake
J.J. Connolly | 2000 | Crime, Film & TV, Humor & Comedy, Law
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8.0 (2 Ratings)
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The protagonist in this book is an unnamed individual, who is a part of a criminal world in 90ies. He is intelligent, witty and a very intriguing character, and this story is told from his perspective. I enjoyed the wide variety of diverse characters chosen for this novel, and they do seem like proper “geezers”.
  
The Miniaturist
The Miniaturist
Jessie Burton | 2014 | Fiction & Poetry
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7.0 (11 Ratings)
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When Nella moves to Amsterdam to live with her new husband, she soon discovers that things are not what they seem. Set in the 17th century, Jessie Burton’s debut novel received immediate acclaim. You can read if I agree with their assessment in my review here.
https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2017/12/02/mysterious-models/
  
The Summer Country
The Summer Country
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Barbados isn’t on my bucket list of places I would like to visit, but thankfully, Willig gave me a virtual visit through this book. Take a look at my #bookreview of this novel to see if I found this literary vacation a pleasant one or not! https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2019/06/14/burning-in-barbados/
  
Old Baggage
Old Baggage
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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I can't resist historical fiction novels, especially ones set in England or ones about the Suffragette Movement. Author Lissa Evans gave me all of this in her novel "Old Baggage" and you can read my #bookreview of this work on my blog here. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2019/04/12/going-for-the-second-chances/
  
An Undisturbed Peace
An Undisturbed Peace
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Whether you know about the black mark on American history known as the "Trail of Tears" or not, this fascinating historical fiction novel will be an excellent way to learn about it (or learn more about it). Read why in my review here. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2016/01/18/paths-of-love-and-sorrow/
  
In the Skin of a Lion
In the Skin of a Lion
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
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The Tempers of Historic Toronto is the title of my latest #bookreview for Michael Ondaatje's historical fiction novel "In the Skin of a Lion". With this, I have finally read ALL of Ondaatje's novels! You can find my review on my blog here. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2019/05/31/the-tempers-of-historic-toronto/
  
A Faraway Smell of Lemon
A Faraway Smell of Lemon
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
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Hello, my name is Davida and I'm a Rachel Joyce addict. That's why after reading "Perfect" I couldn't wait for her next novel and had to buy this short story. Once again, she doesn't disappoint! You can read my review of this here. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2014/07/21/the-scent-of-letting-go/
  
Meet Me in Monaco
Meet Me in Monaco
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Woohoo! This is my 300th book review! See what I thought of this historical, biographical, women's fiction novel that is being touted as a "summer read" (because of the romance aspect) but I call it "Heaven Scent" (and no, that's not a misspelling) on my blog now! https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2019/07/12/heaven-scent/
  
My Lover's Lover
My Lover's Lover
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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If Maggie O'Farrell's second novel "My Lover's Lover" is supposed to be her weakest work, then perhaps anyone interested in her work should start with this one, since it is far from weak in my eyes. You can read my full review here. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2014/11/08/an-ex-lover-ghost-story/