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[Tamara]

I finished Akhenaten: Dweller in Truth by Naguib Mahfouz. Akhenaten is the Egyptian pharaoh credited with being the first monotheist. The book is an easy, quick read with an interesting structure. It illustrates how people's prejudices and predilections influence their perceptions.

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

You can see more of my reviews at www.tamaraaghajaffar.com where I have posted 210+ book reviews.

[Christine]

I finished my 46th book

[Bonnye Reed]

Great!

[Tamara]

Finished A Pale View of Hills by Kazuo Ishiguro. This is Ishiguro's debut novel.

My 4 star review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Tamara]

I finished Celestial Bodies by Jokha Alharthi, the winner of the 2019 Man Booker International prize.

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Victoria]

Here's what I read since my last update:

Assaulted Caramel by Amanda Flower
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was an intriguing mystery, with some fascinating characters, and a well-paced plot. I didn’t fully figure out the details of the murder before they were revealed either – though I was on the right track – which is great. Some of the things the main character did seemed to be done purely to put her in the right place at the right time though, which was a little irritating, and is the only thing stopping me from giving it the full five stars.

Glimpses by Hugh W. Roberts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great collection of unique stories, usually with an unexpected twist to the tale. The stories are often a bit creepy, and not for the squeemish, so be warned. If you like that kind of thing though, you'll enjoy this book.

More Glimpses by Hugh W. Roberts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another great collection from this author. The stories are unique and well-written, often with great twists, and always with fantastic characters. If you love tales of the weird or creepy, this book is for you.

Macabre Sanctuary by Staci Troilo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a great collection of well-written stories, guaranteed to give you thrills and chills. As with most collections like this, some of them appealed to me more than others. However, they were all enjoyable reads in their own ways.

The Playground by C.S. Boyack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a kind of dark and creepy read, with a fast paced and action-packed plot, as well as a cast of compelling characters. If you enjoy books that fit that description, you should read this one.

Will O' the Wisp by C.S. Boyack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a fantastic coming of age young adult story, perfect for those who enjoy a creepy paranormal tale. It's an excellent read, and does a great job of highlighting some of the issues faced by teens - especially those with disabilities - trying to fit in too. The plot is fast-paced and exciting, the characters are well-rounded and easy to connect with, and the whole thing is wonderfully written.

[Bonnye Reed]

Good reviews! Thanks!

[Victoria]

Bonnye Reed wrote: "Good reviews! Thanks!"

You're welcome.

[Tamara]

I finished Border Districts: A Fiction by Gerald Murnane.
An unusual novel in terms of structure, content, and theme. Highly recommended for those who enjoy reflective, digressive writing.

My 5-star review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Christine]

I finished my 47th book

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[Tamara]

Everything Under by Daisy Johnson.
A modern retelling of the Oedipus myth set near the murky river waters in Oxford. It includes elements of fairy tales and folk tales, conjures up a haunting atmosphere, and is very well done.

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

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[Victoria]

The Yak Guy Project by C.S. Boyack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an unusual and fast-paced story, with a variety of colourful and memorable characters. I especially love the talking yak who acts as the main character's guide during his journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. If you love imaginative and quirky tales, and are looking for a quick fantasy style read, you should definitely give this one a try.

[Pam]

Read The Murder on the Links by Agatha Christie and reviewed it - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2839047767
and
Anne Boleyn: Adultery, Heresy, Desire by Amy Licence and reviewed it - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2819905541.

[Christine]

I finished my 48th book

[Leslie]

Have just finished Willian Golding's The Spire - superb!
My review is at https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Tamara]

I finished All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, winner of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
My five star review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show....

You can see more of my reviews at www.tamaraaghajaffar.com

[Sandra "Jeanz"]

Just finished reading The Aviary

[Alice]

Just finished The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. I liked the novel, but did not love it. 3.3 stars.

My review:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Sarah]

I'm reading Scythe and just finished The 57 Bus!

[Christine]

I finished my 49th book

[Denise]

I just finished The Hiding Place by C J Tudor. Great story, incredible writing. A true page-turner.

[Carmel]

I just finished Furious Hours...about Harper Lee's interest in a true crime event. Very interesting:



My thoughts:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

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[Logan]

I am working thru two books: Matthew Mather's New Earth book 4 (entitled Destiny) and a paperback that I snagged from my dad, The Bridge at Remagen by Ken Hechler.

[Bonnye Reed]

Lovely review - thanks for sharing!

[Leslie]

Have just started Aldous Huxley's Crome Yellow

[Joanna]

I just finished All the Lonely Hearts, a poetry collection that is inspired by music and here's a link to my review! http://skavansieur.home.blog/2019/06/...

[Pam]

Alice wrote: "Just finished The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. I liked the novel, but did not love it. 3.3 stars."

Just seen you had posted this as I've just finished my review of this book also, so had a look at yours. I liked it too but didn't love it for various reasons.

Here is my own review:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2840839587

[Tamara]

I finished So Long a Letter by Mariama Bâ, winner of the 1980 Noma Award.

I really enjoyed Ramatoulaye's voice, strength, and stoicism. And I loved the supportive sisterhood relationship she had with her friend.

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[sonya]

Reading the shining

[Sandra "Jeanz"]

Finished reading The Grace Year I dont think it will be long until someone labels it as "female version of Lord Of The Flies" It was Teen/YA Sci-Fi, Dystopian though i would also add, General fiction and it has a touch of Horror to it too!

[Frank]

Winter of the World by Ken Follet

[Victoria]

Here's what I read this week:

Voyage of the Lanternfish by C.S. Boyack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
OK, just... WOW! I'm totally serious when I say that the only reason I didn't read this book in one sitting is that life events, as well as the need to do things like sleep, kept making me put it down. The only good thing about that is the fact I was then able to stay in the wonderful world the author has created, and hang out with all these great characters, just a little longer. This is an awesome adventure story, with some fantasy and sci-fi elements thrown in. It has a fabulous cast of characters - I especially loved those little root monsters - and an excellent action-packed plot.

Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book I've read by this author, and - though I did really enjoy it - I enjoyed the other one more. This was a great mystery written in a gothic fairy tale style, with a fascinating cast of characters. There were times when the plot seemed to start to be a little more slow-paced than I would have liked, but it always picked back up again before I had time to really be bothered by it, so it didn't get boring or anything. Over all, it was an enjoyable read. Just not as captivating as "The 13th Tale" was.

[Frank]

I'll put the first one on my list and if it "wows" my I'll add the second.

[Christine]

I finished my 50th book

[Pam]

A catch-up on my last 2 reads:

Phil Rickman's The Wine of Angels - reviewed - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2839108055

and
The Terminal Velocity of Cats by Carol Westron - reviewed - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2849651732.

[Christine]

I finished my 51st book

[Pam]

Read The Wind Eye by Robert Westall and reviewed it - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2851973882.