A Journey Backstage: Reflecting on Adventures in Odyssey: The Official Guide As a lifelong fan of Adventures in Odyssey, stumbling upon Adventures in Odyssey: The Official Guide felt like discovering an old, forgotten friend. It whispered to me to revisit the cherished stories that shaped my childhood, and I felt an immediate spark of excitement. …
A Heartfelt Reflection on Boat Baby: A Memoir by Thu Nguyễn As a book blogger, I’m always on the lookout for heartfelt stories that bridge personal and cultural experiences. When I stumbled upon Boat Baby: A Memoir by Thu Nguyễn, I was immediately captivated by its rich tapestry of struggles and triumphs. The title conjured …
Book Review: The Wife in the Photo by Emily Shiner When I first stumbled upon The Wife in the Photo by Emily Shiner, I was instantly intrigued by its premise. The idea of a grieving widower; a desperate housekeeper with a hidden agenda; and the murky waters of betrayal and secrets? It all felt provocative …
A Loving Goodbye: My Thoughts on The Situation (Brewer Family #5) As I flipped open the pages of The Situation, the fifth installment in the Brewer Family series by the incredibly talented author, C.L. Matthews, a wave of nostalgia washed over me. This series has been home to some of my favorite fictional characters, and …
Finding Peace in Family Dynamics: A Review of Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships I first picked up Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships by Nedra Glover Tawwab while grappling with my own familial dynamics. Its title alone grabbed my attention—as someone who has navigated more than a few …
Reflecting on Race and Identity: A Review of The Trouble of Color: An American Family Memoir by Martha S. Jones Growing up as the child of a Black father and a white mother, I felt a pang of familiarity as I delved into The Trouble of Color: An American Family Memoir by Martha S. Jones. …