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Save:Harvest Home by Thomas Tryon is a slow-burning gothic horror story set in the rural village of Cornwall Coombe, where ancient fertility cult rituals and sinister traditions lurk beneath the surface. The novel follows the Constantine family's move to the village, where they encounter eerie superstitions and unsettling mysteries surrounding the corn crop and the secretive Harvest Home ceremony. As the family delves deeper into the village's traditions, they uncover dark secrets that challenge their perceptions of the idyllic small town life they initially sought.
I awakened that morning to birdsong. It was only the little yellow bird who lives in the locust tree outside our bedroom window, but I could have wrung his neck, for it was not yet six and I had a han... - #2
Save:'The Memoirs of Cleopatra' by Margaret George is a detailed historical fiction novel that delves into the life and loves of Cleopatra. The book is written from Cleopatra's first-person perspective, providing an intimate portrayal of the legendary queen's journey from her early memories to her tragic end. The novel captures the grandeur of ancient Egypt, political intrigues, battles, and personal relationships, offering a mix of factual events and fictional conversations with historical figures like Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
The book is praised for its meticulous research, vivid descriptions, and immersive storytelling that bring Cleopatra's world to life. Margaret George's writing style is commended for its ability to engage readers and provide a fresh perspective on a well-known historical figure. Despite its length, the novel is described as captivating, providing insights into Cleopatra's character, ambitions, and struggles, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and ancient civilizations.
Warmth. Wind. Dancing blue waters, and the sound of waves. I see, hear, feel them all still. I even taste the sting of the salt against my lips, where the fine, misty spray coats them. And closer even... 'She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement' by Jodi Kantor chronicles the investigative journalism of New York Times journalists Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor as they uncover the decades of sexual predation by Harvey Weinstein. The narrative follows the reporters as they struggle to obtain corroboration from reluctant witnesses and victims, revealing the dynamics within Weinstein's empire and the mounting recoil from other individuals. also delves into the story of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's accusation against Brett Kavanaugh, offering a behind-the-scenes view of how good journalism works and examining key aspects of sexual harassment, assault, and the #MeToo movement.
