Books matching: gossip consequences
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Save:The Witchfinder's Sister by Beth Underdown is a historical fiction novel set during the Manningtree Witch Trials of 1645. The story follows Alice Hopkins, a young widow who returns home to Manningtree, Essex, only to find herself entangled in the horrors of the witch trials led by her brother, Matthew Hopkins, the Witchfinder General. The book delves into the chilling events of the witch hunts, portraying the fear, manipulation, and torment faced by women accused of witchcraft in 17th century England. The writing style is described as carefully constructed, beautifully written, and chilling, providing a haunting account of the dark realities of that time period.
Once, I scarcely believed in the devil. I scorned the kind of folk who earnestly think he can put on physical form, like a coat, whether that form be like a cat or a dog or some warped combining of th... - #2
Save:'Speechless' by Hannah Harrington follows the story of Chelsea, a high school girl who faces the consequences of her gossiping and spreading secrets. After a tragic event caused by her loose tongue, Chelsea decides to take a vow of silence as a way to reflect on her actions and grow as a person. Throughout the book, Chelsea navigates the challenges of being on the outs with her peers, finding new friends who accept her, and developing a romantic relationship with Sam. The story delves into serious topics such as bullying, hate, and the power of words, offering a thought-provoking and emotional narrative that explores forgiveness, acceptance, and friendship.
Keeping secrets isn’t my specialty. It never has been, ever since kindergarten when I found out Becky Swanson had a crush on Tommy Barnes, and I managed to circulate that fact to the entire class, inc... - #3
Save:'Beguiling the Beauty' by Sherry Thomas is a historical romance set in 1895 and follows the story of Venetia and Christian, who fall in love during a cruise home but face obstacles due to misunderstandings and societal gossip. The plot includes themes of mistaken identity, love at first sight, and the consequences of deception. The writing style is described as accomplished, with well-rounded adult characters and sparkling dialogue that keeps readers engaged throughout the story.
The ichthyosaur skeleton at Harvard’s Museum of Comparative Zoology was incomplete. But the fish lizard was one of the first to be found on American soil, in the state of Wyoming, and the American uni... - #4
Save:"The Sin-Eater's Confession" by Ilsa J. Bick follows the story of Ben, a young man who gets entangled in a web of small-town gossip and tragedy after a sexually charged photograph of him and a friend sparks speculation in their community. As Ben navigates the consequences of this incident, he reflects on his own prejudices, struggles with his identity, and grapples with the mysteries surrounding his friend Jimmy's death. The narrative is framed by Ben's experiences in Afghanistan as a Medic, adding layers of complexity to the story.
The writing style of the book is characterized by a strong voice that delves into themes of sexuality, self-doubt, overbearing parents, and the complexities of teenage life. Through Ben's perspective, the author explores timeless issues faced by young adults, blending modern-day elements with a narrative that resonates with the struggles of the past.
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Save:Single mum Joanna Critchley has moved back to the sleepy coastal town of Flinstead from the hustle and bustle of London life. Her son Alfie had trouble with bullies at his primary school back in the capital and Jo feels he might fair better in her mum's home town where life moves at a slower pace. Keen to help Alfie fit in and find friends, Jo's mum suggests that she join the other school mums at the book club. Jo does so, but still feels like she's struggling to be noticed and in a split second of desperation she repeats a snippet of juicy gossip she's overheard in order to get noticed amongst the other women. Her ploy works but not in the way she wanted and little does she realise what a huge impact that one sentence will have on the rest of her life. The setting of a quiet coastal town was perfect for the storyline, and really dramatised every detail of the rumour. The description enables the reader to really get a sense of the village like atmosphere in Flinstead on Sea. This setting also accentuates the snowball like effect that school mum gossip can take.
