A Glimpse into Uncertain Times: My Thoughts on 33 Place Brugmann When I first stumbled upon 33 Place Brugmann by Alice Austen, I was immediately drawn in by the setting: a singular apartment building in Brussels, right on the precipice of World War II. The idea of examining the lives of its residents during such

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Review of Spark the Flames (Secret of the Syphon #1) by R.W. M. McKenzie When I first stumbled upon Spark the Flames, the vibrant cover and intriguing title immediately piqued my curiosity. I find that I’m often drawn to stories that promise adventure and magic, and R.W. M. McKenzie’s debut in the Secret of the

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Exploring the Depths of Alex Neptune, Dragon Thief Ah, Alex Neptune, Dragon Thief by David A. Robertson — a title that instantly conjured images of adventure and whimsy. The word "dragon" alone had me hooked, and as a self-proclaimed fantasy aficionado, I couldn’t resist diving in. This light-hearted mid-grade read pleasantly surprised me, offering just

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Review of The Last Graduate (The Scholomance, #2) by Naomi Novik As I dove into The Last Graduate, the second installment in Naomi Novik’s Scholomance series, I felt an almost magnetic pull. Having thoroughly enjoyed the first book, I found myself impatiently longing for the next twist in Galadriel "El"’s journey—a world where magic and

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Book Review: The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony When I first stumbled upon The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony, the title immediately piqued my curiosity. A book that intertwines the lives of women grappling with reproductive rights and societal expectations? Yes, please! As someone drawn to stories that explore profound themes

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A Journey Through Darkness: My Thoughts on The Sun and the Star (The Nico di Angelo Adventures #1) When I first picked up The Sun and the Star, co-written by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro, I felt a blend of excitement and trepidation. A new adventure set in the beloved universe of Percy Jackson, but

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