Murder in the Graveyard
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Murder in the Graveyard, the fifth entry in the fan-favorite Destination Murder series, invites you...
Normal Rules Don’t Apply
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The first story collection from Kate Atkinson in twenty years, Normal Rules Don't Apply is a...
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Kyera (8 KP) rated Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me in Books
Feb 1, 2018
A lot of her stories stem from her past relationships and how she learned from them. She discusses self-worth, battling addictions, and being strong enough to do what is best for you. It is genuine and likely resonates with a lot of people.
Her relationships with her parents are detailed, from her best friend bond with her mother to her more distant one with her father. Personally, I relate to her stories about her mother because mine is also my best friend - despite the fact that we dont always get along. I know, just as Lily knows, that our mothers will always be there for us no matter what.
She even includes some letters that you can use to express how you feel to someone else, tell yourself that you are worth it, or tailor to suit what you want to say.
I have always loved Lily Collins (it doesnt hurt that she played Clary and we share a birthday) so I was highly anticipating reading this book. Its a pretty short book, so it wont take very long to read but it has a few really poignant moments.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2434 KP) rated Encyclopedia Brown Carries On in Books
Jul 17, 2018
These stories really are short, averaging about five pages each, with the piece of information that Encyclopedia used to stop the crime from taking place on another page at the end. I never could solve these as a kid, but I managed to do pretty well as an adult rereading this book. And no, it’s not because I remembered what had happened. The stories are a bit dated but that shouldn’t be too big an issue for today’s kids. The characters are also thin because there really isn’t time for character development, but again, kids won’t care. I certainly didn’t as a kid.
Sharp Ends: Stories from the World of the First Law
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The Union army may be full of bastards, but there's only one who thinks he can save the day...
The Spoils: Stories
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Deep in the landlocked heart of the Midwest, the characters in The Spoils are drowning under the...
Homesick for Another World
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The debut short story collection by the author of Eileen, shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2016....
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Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick
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‘Genius’ Alice Walker ‘Rigorous, convincing, dazzling’ Zadie Smith on Their Eyes Were...
Christmas Past
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Behind every Christmas tradition is a story — usually, a forgotten one. Each year, as we decorate...
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2434 KP) rated Murder at Sea in Books
May 31, 2023 (Updated Jun 21, 2023)
While there are a couple of stories that really stood out, every single one of these eight stories is enjoyable. I can’t think of one I didn’t like. Many of the authors included their series characters here, although you don’t have to know the characters to enjoy what happens. In fact, this reminded me that I really do need to read some of these author’s novels. These stories are long enough that, by the time you’ve read all eight, you’ve read the equivalent of a full-length novel, so there is plenty here to keep you entertained. Each story features a fun twist or two, and the solutions always satisfied. Whether you are looking for a great read for a summer vacation or want something to make you feel like you are on vacation, you’ll be glad you boarded this anthology.