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Woman on Fire by Lisa Barr: An Intense Story of Art, Intrigue, and Mystery

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ( 4.0 / 5.0) Review: ***Spoiler Alert*** What I Liked About the Book: As an aspiring journalist, I found it thrilling that the main protagonist was also one. The characters were well-developed and blended seamlessly into the story. The theme of European art, which I’ve been following with interest, made me even more excited as it became an integral part of the plot. The portrayal of the villain, Margaux de Laurent, was especially compelling. Every time she appeared, there was an intimidating aura that made her more fascinating than even the protagonist. The writing style also had a hint of Dan Brown’s influence, which I appreciated. What I Didn't Like About the Book: There isn’t much I disliked about the book, but I felt the character of Adam could have been utilized better. Although Adam played a part in helping Jules and the others get to Margaux, his involvement could have been developed more thoroughly. I was hoping to see more of his influence on the plot, though...

A Heartfelt Journey in Time: A Review of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5 / 5.0) Review: Why I Picked It Up: I picked up Before the Coffee Gets Cold during a spontaneous visit to a bookstore in India. I stumbled upon a colorful set with four books, each one with a different title and a unique color, yet all of them incredibly appealing. At the time, the final book in the series hadn't been released yet, so I still need to complete my collection. I thought it would be a great idea to start reviewing the first part. Since each book was released in a different year with decent gaps between them, I plan to review each book independently. What I Like About the Book: The beauty of this book lies in its simplicity—using simple words to convey incredibly deep emotions and scenes. It’s the kind of honesty that makes this book stand out. There is one paragraph that I particularly love, which I’d like to share here (avoiding any spoilers): " Water flows from high places to low places. That is the nature of gravity. Emotions also seem to a...

The Midnight Library by Matt Haig: A Journey Through Infinite Choices

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5 / 5.0) Review: ***Spoiler Alert*** Why I Picked It: When I first heard of The Midnight Library , I assumed it was a typical fantasy book with some underlying meaning, so I didn’t pay much attention. But as I saw its popularity growing on social media, I decided to give it a try—I generally do not find interest in anything that is Over hyped - be it books / movies / series etc - because sometimes the most hyped stuff can be quite mediocre. What I Like About the Book: When I started reading, I was in a different headspace, and initially, the protagonist’s desire to end her life was too heavy for me. I remember closing the book right away. But once I pushed myself through the first few pages, I was captivated by the slow build of hope. It wasn’t a sudden transformation, and that’s what made it feel real. Matt Haig’s portrayal of how self-doubt persists, even in seemingly perfect situations, was incredibly rela...

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