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    How to Stop Time by Matt Haig
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    'How to Stop Time' by Matt Haig follows the life of Tom Hazard, who at over 400 years old ages very slowly due to a rare genetic condition. The book explores Tom's struggles with living through centuries, his encounters with historical figures, and his search for love and meaning in a world where he must constantly keep his condition a secret. The narrative alternates between Tom's present-day life as a history teacher in London and his memories of past experiences, blending elements of historical fiction and contemporary romance. The writing style is introspective and melancholic, delving into themes of time, memory, love, and the fear of the future.

    To give you an idea: I was born well over four hundred years ago on the third of March 1581, in my parents’ room, on the third floor of a small French château that used to be my home. It was a warm da...

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    Seize the Night
    Book 2 in the series:Moonlight Bay

    Seize the Night - Moonlight Bay by Dean Koontz
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    'Seize the Night' by Dean Koontz is a thrilling tale set in Moonlight Bay, where children start disappearing, and the town's dark secrets begin to unravel. The protagonist, Christopher Snow, who has a rare genetic disorder, is determined to uncover the mysteries behind the abductions. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he faces a web of conspiracy, horror, and danger lurking in the shadows of the town. The story unfolds with suspenseful writing, engaging characters, and a blend of horror and sci-fi elements that keep the reader captivated till the end.

    Elsewhere, night falls, but in Moonlight Bay it steals upon us with barely a whisper, like a gentle dark-sapphire surf licking a beach. At dawn, when the night retreats across the Pacific toward dista...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Moonlight Bay )

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    A Spindle Splintered - Fractured Fables by Alix E. Harrow
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    A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow is a modern reimagining of the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale, where the protagonist Zinnia Gray, who has a rare genetic condition, finds herself thrown into a fairytale world on her twenty-first birthday. Alongside Princess Primrose, Zinnia embarks on a journey to rewrite her own story and challenge the traditional Sleeping Beauty narrative. The book is described as a delightful mix of fantasy, multiverse exploration, and feminist themes, with a unique twist on the classic tale that brings out the strength and agency of its heroines. The writing style is praised for being captivating, clever, and humorous, blending elements of magic, melancholy, and girl power in a fast-paced and engaging narrative.

    IDON’T REMEMBER the first time I saw Sleeping Beauty—probably in some waiting room or hospital bed, interrupted by blipping machines and chirpy nurses—but I remember the first time I saw Arthur Rackha...

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