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    Miss Match - No Match for Love by Lindzee Armstrong
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    In "Miss Match" by Lindzee Armstrong, the story revolves around Brooke, a matchmaker facing the possibility of her dream job being closed down. To save the office, she enlists the help of her best friend Luke, a playboy billionaire. The book delves into their complicated relationship, with Luke harboring feelings for Brooke for eight years while she struggles with her own emotions and commitments. As they navigate through personal struggles and past relationships, Brooke and Luke must make difficult choices that could lead to happiness or heartache.

    Luke wrapped his fingers around the leather steering wheel of his Aston Martin One-77. He pressed the clutch and shifted gears, speeding through a yellow traffic light. His chest tightened as his hear...

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    20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill
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    '20th Century Ghosts' by Joe Hill is a collection of short stories that range from horror to mainstream to the surreal. The stories feature disturbing and scary elements, often more by suggestion than outright gore. The settings are everyday and normal, adding to the overall disturbing atmosphere. Some stand-out stories include one about an autistic child creating mysterious mazes and another about a young boy who is an inflatable doll. Hill's writing style is described as varied, character-centered, and haunting, with each story presenting its own universe.


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    My Real Children by Jo Walton
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    'My Real Children' by Jo Walton follows the life of Patricia Cowan, an elderly woman with dementia who can remember living two very different lives. The story delves into the consequences of a simple choice Patricia made in her younger years, leading to diverging life paths and alternate histories. The narrative is more focused on character study rather than plot-driven, exploring the impact of Patricia's choices on her own life and the world around her.

    “Confused today,” they wrote on her notes. “Confused. Less confused. Very confused.” That last was written frequently, sometimes abbreviated by the nurses to just “VC,” which made her smile, as if she...

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    The Shrine of Jeffrey Dahmer by Brian Masters
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    'The Shrine of Jeffrey Dahmer' by Brian Masters is a compelling exploration of the infamous serial killer's motivations and psyche. Masters presents a detailed and thought-provoking account of Dahmer's crimes, delving into the fragility of the human psyche and the concept of free will. The book not only focuses on Dahmer but also provides insights into the societal factors that may have contributed to his actions. Masters' writing style is described as intellectual, well-researched, and compassionate, offering a balanced perspective on the disturbing subject matter.

    So began Gerald Boyle’s opening statement at the trial of Jeffrey Dahmer on 30 January, 1992. They were heavy, ominous words to use in a cosy courtroom in Milwaukee, where lawyers habitually lounge an...

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    Wickett's Remedy by Myla Goldberg
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    The novel "Wickett's Remedy" by Myla Goldberg is a story set during WWI in Boston, focusing on the Spanish Influenza epidemic and the patent medicine soft drink industry. The book weaves together the impact of the 1918 influenza epidemic, World War 1, the situation of Irish immigrants in Boston, and the unique experience of the patent medicine industry. The writing style includes sidebars that tell the story from another perspective, such as news reports, personal letters, and sidebar comments from outside the story.

    Lydia, the main character, is a young Irish woman living in South Boston before World War I, who gets involved in creating a patent medicine with her husband, Henry Wickett. The story follows Lydia's experiences during the Spanish Influenza Epidemic of 1918 and her journey as she adapts to different circumstances, including working as a nurse on an island conducting experiments on the transmission of the flu.

    On D Street there was no need for alarm clocks: the drays, ever punctual, were an army storming the gates of sleep. The wooden wagons were heavy and low-riding with loud rattling wheels, their broad p...

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    Asking for Trouble by Elizabeth Young
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    'Asking for Trouble' by Elizabeth Young is a British chick lit novel that follows the story of Sophy, a single woman who invents an imaginary boyfriend named Dominic to keep her mother off her back. However, when her family demands Dominic's presence at a wedding, Sophy hires an escort named Josh Carmichael to impersonate him. What follows is a series of hilarious misadventures as Sophy navigates the complexities of her web of lies and the unexpected developments that arise from her deception. The writing style is described as funny, charming, and filled with British slang, providing a light and entertaining read that explores themes of honesty, self-confidence, and the consequences of deceit.


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    At the Edge of the Orchard by Tracy Chevalier
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    At the Edge of the Orchard is a historical tale set in the mid-1800s that follows the journey of a botanist collecting seeds and seedlings in the American West to transport back to England. The story revolves around a mismatched couple, the Goodenoughs, as they struggle to make a living in the harsh environment of the Ohio swamps. Their son, Robert, eventually finds solace in nature and embarks on a journey to California, where he discovers a deep connection to trees. Tracy Chevalier weaves together multiple perspectives and timelines, blending historical facts with fictional characters to create an engaging and educational narrative.

    THEY WERE FIGHTING OVER apples again. He wanted to grow more eaters, to eat; she wanted spitters, to drink. It was an argument rehearsed so often that by now they both played their parts perfectly, th...

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    The Design
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    Book 2 in the series:A Heart Novel

    The Design - A Heart Novel by R.S. Grey
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    'The Design' by R.S. Grey is a romantic novel that follows the story of Cammie and Grayson. Cammie, a strong and sarcastic character, finds herself working at Grayson's architectural firm after a shocking revelation during her interview. As their relationship evolves, Grayson's walls come down, revealing his true self, and both characters navigate through emotional tussles and unexpected revelations that challenge their beliefs and desires. The book explores themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery in a light-hearted and humorous manner, with unexpected twists that keep the readers engaged till the end.

    I was one week out of college, where I’d completed a combined bachelor’s and master’s degree program in architecture. After all the long nights, I wanted to change gears and travel, finally check off ...

  9. Alfred Bester's 'Virtual Unrealities' is a collection of short fiction that showcases his unique perspective on childhood fantasies, time travel, and the consequences of wishes. The stories range from hard Sci-Fi to dark narratives, all delivered in Bester's distinctive writing style that combines rhythm and enchantment with satirical elements. The book explores themes of psychological maturity, delusions, and the need to grow up, all wrapped in playful typesetting and creative storytelling techniques.

    There are fighting generals (vital to an army),political generals (vital to an administration),and public relations generals (vital to a war). General Carpenter was a master of public relations. Forth...

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    Oh My Stars by Lorna Landvik
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    'Oh My Stars' by Lorna Landvik follows the story of Violet Mathers, a young girl abandoned by her mother and mistreated by her father, who embarks on a bus journey to California with the intention of jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. However, a bus crash in North Dakota changes the course of her life as she is rescued by two musicians, Kjel and Austin, leading her on a journey of self-discovery, love, and hope. Set during the Great Depression era, the novel explores themes of family, racial tensions, music, and personal growth, all woven together in a charming and heartfelt narrative that spans Violet's life from childhood to old age.

    The writing style of Lorna Landvik in 'Oh My Stars' is described as engaging, humorous, and compassionate, with a mix of drama and humor that keeps readers gripped and emotionally invested in Violet's journey. The characters are portrayed as quirky, lovable, and relatable, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative as they navigate through hardships, relationships, and unexpected turns of fate.


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