The Invisible Bridge – Book Review

The Invisible Bridge – Book Review

By: Julie Orringer My Goodreads Review: 4/5 Stars “He allowed himself to imagine for the first time that the rest of his life might not be shaped by the misery of his past.” My Summary:The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer is a story that follows a Hungarian Jewish man, Andras Levi, through his life before, [...]

It Ends With Us – Book Review

It Ends With Us – Book Review

By: Colleen Hoover My Goodreads Review: 4/5 Stars “There is no such thing as bad people. We’re all just people who sometimes do bad things.” I have to say that the official summary for this book doesn't do the story justice at all. I understand that the author doesn't want to give anything away but, [...]

Pachinko – Book Review

Pachinko – Book Review

By: Min Jin Lee My Goodreads Review: 5/5 Stars “We cannot help but be interested in the stories of people that history pushes aside so thoughtlessly.” My Summary: Pachinko by Min Jin Lee tells the story of a Korean family through four generations, focusing around one woman named Sunja. The story begins in a small [...]

Going Back To Historical Fiction!

Going Back To Historical Fiction!

I recently noticed that I wasn't enjoying my books as much as I used to, and I couldn't figure out why. I'm reading books that come highly recommended or reviewed, but they just aren't resonating with me. After some reflection, I think I have realized the problem: I have veered too far and for too [...]

Early Completion of my 2021 Reading Goals!

Early Completion of my 2021 Reading Goals!

At the beginning of this year (2021), I was about six months into my blog and ready to spend more time reading and blogging. I decided to increase my yearly reading goal to 25 books. I am excited to say that I have already completed that goal! I have read some fantastic, memorable, and not-so-great [...]