It's one of those books that, if you give it a chance and get back into the mindset of a young girl, will transport you to another world where your days are carefree and magic is still real.
Tag: Book review
Persian Necromancer in Tahereh Mafi’s Whichwood
Based more on Persian folklore, Whichwood tells the story of Layla, a mordeshoor who washes the dead and sends their spirits off to the next world. And by washing the dead, I mean that she washes the bodies in a tub, hangs them on a clothesline to dry, and then plucks a rose petal out of her mouth.
Fun and Flirty Pride and Prejudice Retelling
A fun and flirty retelling of Pride and Prejudice.
Thorn: Dauntless Path 1
A magical retelling of The Goose Girl.
The Sandman – “a sonic experience”
Damn. This was fantastic.
Bubbly on your Budget – Timeless financial and lifestyle tips from Vogue’s 1930’s assistant editor
Her aim: to be smart about your money and live the best life you can - all in style, all within budget, and all without missing out on the bubbly.
The Madwoman Upstairs : Bronte sisters’ last ancestor
A coming-of-age, quirky story about the Brontes' last surviving ancestor, and the scavenger hunt her dead father sets for her from beyond the grave.
The Kiwi and the Caveman: Married to a Bedouin
What was most interesting was how Marguerite settled into her life as the wife of an Arab. She learned Arabic, respected the customs, and settled in living in the wadi, or valley, including using donkeys, selling items to tourists, and climbing up the jabal, or mountain.
The Phantom Forest – Liz Kerin
I was in a fantasy reading slump for months - and The Phantom Forest pulled me out of it.
Beta Readers
Beta readers are meant to edit your work. They can focus on different things, depending on their skill level and your needs/desires. But one thing's for sure: a good beta reader is worth their weight in gold.
