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Save:'To the Ends of the Earth' by Elizabeth Lowell is a passionate romance novel set along the California coast in Laguna Beach. The story follows Cat Cochran, a talented photographer who is struggling financially to support her family. When she is assigned to photograph the elusive ship designer T.H. Danvers, their unexpected meeting sparks instant chemistry. Travis Danvers, a ship designing genius with a troubled past marriage, initially views women with distrust. As Cat and Travis navigate their growing attraction, they both must confront their past traumas and learn to open their hearts to love.
The writing style of 'To the Ends of the Earth' is intense and moody, creating a sensual atmosphere that mirrors the emotional journey of the characters. Through vivid descriptions and emotional dialogues, Elizabeth Lowell weaves a tale of love, passion, and self-discovery that keeps the readers engaged from beginning to end.
Travis Danvers looked up from his computer screen and blinked like a man surfacing after a long dive into uncharted waters. His blue-green eyes were unfocused. He rubbed his short, tawny beard, shook ... - #2
Save:'Mating Theory' by Skye Warren follows the story of Sutton, a broken-hearted man who finds solace in Ashleigh, a young homeless woman he meets on the streets. Despite their unconventional circumstances and age gap, a deep connection forms between them as they navigate their past traumas and uncertainties. Set in the bleak and harsh town of Tanglewood, the author weaves a moving and poignant tale of love, redemption, and second chances. The writing style is lyrical, poetic, and emotionally stirring, delving into the fractured souls of the characters and their journey towards healing and acceptance.
Meetings must have run late in California. I probably took the red-eye back to Tanglewood. The plane was almost empty, only a few rumpled businessmen like me and a sleepy family with Disney stuffed an... - #3
Save:'The Vegetarian' by Han Kang is a haunting and disturbing tale told in three parts from different perspectives, focusing on a young Korean woman named Yeong hye who decides to become a vegetarian after a disturbing dream. This decision sets off a series of events that lead to a slow decline in Yeong hye's mental and physical health, causing turmoil within her family and society. The writing style is stark, depressing, and beautifully constructed, delving into themes of alienation, mental illness, societal oppression, and the impact of personal choices on relationships.
The deep oxblood curtain fell over the stage. The dancers waved their hands so vigorously the whole row became a blur of movement, with individual figures impossible to make out. Though the applause w... - #4
Save:'Knight in Shining Suit' by Jerilee Kaye follows the story of Astrid, who discovers her fiancé's infidelity and decides to seek revenge by attending the wedding with a fake date. However, things take an unexpected turn when she meets Ryder, a charming man who starts to blur the lines between reality and fiction. The plot is filled with twists and turns, including a romantic engagement turned sour due to amnesia, leading to a rollercoaster of emotions for the characters and readers alike. The writing style captures the essence of a rom-com, with elements of humor, romance, and drama woven throughout the narrative.
I had been coordinating with Ryder most of the week. His cover story is that he graduated with honors at Harvard. He’s an entrepreneur. His family owns a couple of restaurant chains in New York. He in... - #5
Save:'Passing' by Nella Larsen is a classic novel set in the 1920s that explores the themes of identity, racism, and the complexities of relationships. The story follows two light-skinned African American women, Clare and Irene, who can pass as white. Clare hides her true identity to fit into the white community, while Irene embraces her heritage but sometimes passes when convenient. The novel delves into the consequences of passing, the conflicts between societal expectations and personal identity, and the tensions between the characters as their true selves are revealed.
The book is lauded for its engaging plot, modernist prose techniques, and exploration of racial identity and societal expectations. The characters of Clare and Irene are praised for their complexity and the nuanced portrayal of their motivations and relationships. Larsen's writing style is commended for its concise and powerful prose, which effectively captures the emotional and psychological depth of the characters and the themes of the novel.
It was the last letter in Irene Redfield’s little pile of morning mail. After her other ordinary and clearly directed letters the long envelope of thin Italian paper with its almost illegible scrawl s... - #6
Save:'Lan of the Beautiful Dead' by R. Lee Smith is a post-apocalyptic fantasy novel that follows the story of Lan, a sassy and foul-mouthed young woman, who ventures into Haven to meet Azrael, the Master and Lord of Earth. Despite Azrael's unconventional appearance and dark past, Lan forms a complex relationship with him, leading to unexpected twists and turns in the plot. The book delves into themes of love, morality, and personal growth, all while offering a unique and detailed world-building experience. The writing style is described as fantastic, emotional, and rich in character development, with a mix of romance, philosophy, and epic storytelling.
Lan got out, moving carefully along the van’s armored roof and trying not to look at the Eaters clambering below her. They hadn’t seen many on the drive, but there were always Eaters at the towns and ... - #7
Save:In the book 'Deaf Republic' by Ilya Kaminsky, an unnamed, occupied town goes collectively deaf after a young, deaf boy is shot to death during a protest. The community creates their own sign language in an act of opposition, and the story follows the town's struggles in the face of politics, war, and the effects of silence. The poems in the collection read like a stage play, exploring themes of silence, dissent, brutality, and the power of small rebellions in the midst of unspeakable atrocities.
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Save:The Raging Quiet by Sherryl Jordan is a historical fiction novel set in the Middle Ages, focusing on the story of Marnie, a young woman who faces prejudice and accusations of witchcraft in a small village after her husband's mysterious death. The book explores themes of bigotry, love, and the consequences of being an outsider, as Marnie befriends a deaf boy named Raven and teaches him sign language, leading to accusations of witchcraft against her. Through vivid storytelling and detailed descriptions, the author portrays the challenges and hardships faced by the characters in a medieval setting.
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Save:Slip of the Tongue by Jessica Hawkins is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and forgiveness. The story follows Sadie, a woman caught in a whirlwind of emotions as her seemingly perfect marriage with Nathan begins to crumble. When a new neighbor, Finn, enters the picture, a complex web of lust, guilt, and heartache unfolds. The book delves into the complexities of relationships and the raw emotions that come with them, leaving readers on an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish. Jessica Hawkins' writing style is described as authentic, raw, and emotionally gripping, with a plot that keeps readers hooked until the very end.
The man who just stepped out of 6A doesn’t notice me staring. He shakes out his honeyed-brown hair like a boy after a bath and wipes his temple with his sleeve. He rolls his neck. Watching him, I feel... - #10
Save:"Shark Dialogues" by Kiana Davenport centers on Pono, an aging matriarch of a fractured family in Hawaii. The story follows Pono's relationships with her estranged daughters and granddaughters, exploring themes of mixed racial identity, Hawaiian history, and cultural struggles. Davenport weaves a narrative spanning the history of the Hawaiian Islands, focusing on the injustices faced by the Hawaiian people and the immigrant populations, all told from a woman's perspective. delves into the challenges of reconciling with the past, finding one's place in a complex world, and the enduring power of family ties.
JESS MONTGOMERY SAT ON A PLANE pouring west against the sunset. Beside her, a man clutching a deadly colored drink examined her closely, once and for all, so he wouldn’t have to think of her again, fo...
