Category: Book Reviews

Book: A House In The Silent Creek Woods

Author: Hisashi Kurosawa

Language: English

Rating: 4.5/5

“A House in the Silent Creek Woods” written by the author Hisashi Kurosawa is a paranormal fiction. Story is set in Silent Creek, North Carolina. It features a boy Dennis who loves to explore. Dennis’ friend Connor has told him about an abandoned abode deep in the Silent Creek Woods.

When Dennis entered the house and he was exploring it, he fall through the floor. Soon, he saw three ghosts Brandon, Chris and Jason that started talking to him. They told Dennis to remember 27 Dec, 2018 as it is his death date. He lost his life when he had a little accident on the stairs. Dennis was in denial so he ran away from the abandoned house to get some help.

But Dennis eventually end up in the same abandoned house. He was so confused and had so many questions in his mind. Grab a copy of this novel and find out what gonna happen further.

This is a terrifying yet entertaining read. Storyline is different from usual paranormal stories and has the power to hook the readers. I loved the plot and enjoyed every bit of this story. Length of this book is approx 100 pages so one could read it in single or two sittings. I like to recommend it to readers who love reading paranormal fiction stories.

Book: Ella Sue And The Burlap Bag

Author: Robin Taylor-Chiarello

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

Ella Sue and the Burlap Bag is a heartwarming story written by the author Robin Taylor-Chiarello and illustrated by Steven Lester. Ella Sue Hartgrove is the daughter of sharecroppers Jessie and Estelle Hartgrove. She was born in Shelby, North Carolina. During harvest, Ella Sue was asked by her father to give a hand on the field. She had to miss school for that. Will Ella Sue he happy to help her family?

Ella Sue’s story teaches beautiful lesson to kids. It teaches them to be responsible and helpful as they grow up. Written in a simple language with beautiful illustrations, I enjoyed this story. The book highlights how we get rewarded at the end because of our hard work. Cover photo of the book is nice and title is perfect according to the story.

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Book: Yugantar: The Dream Of Bharatavarsha Takes Shape 2300 Years Ago

Author: Raghavan Srinivasan

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

Yugantar: The Dream of Bharatavarsha Takes Shape 2300 Years Ago is a historical fiction written by the author Raghavan Srinivasan. This book is set in 4th century BCE and is written in two parts: The gathering storm and the storm. It takes readers on the journey of the ancient India.

Map of mahajanapadas and trade routes also makes reader more aware about ancient India. Knowing about the period of 4th century BCE by reading this book is a great experience. It is about the time where opportunities and dangers were equal in Bharatavarsha. Reading about the situation in Ujjayini was a great experience.

Key actors and glossary given at the end of the book helped me to understand the book better. Cover photo is eye catchy and language of the book is simple. I am sure author must have done vast research to write this novel. Those who are interested in reading historical fiction should go ahead with this. It’s an insightful read.

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Book: GypsySoul: A bundle Of Soulful Poems

Author: Sumitra Biswal

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

I love reading poetry books. Recently I read “GypsySoul: A bundle Of Soulful Poems” penned down by the author Sumitra Biswal. In this anthology, author has expressed her emotions in the form of poems. This book is a collection of eighteen soulful poems written in a simple language.

These poems are thought provoking and they soothe the soul. Readers could easily connect to the poems. Poems are based on different topics like Crossroads, Desire, Inside Out, etc.

I coul very well relate myself mostly to the poem Desire. Author’s writing style is constant. All the poems are aligned in the centre.

If you want to try reading poetry, pick this book. Enjoy this soulful read with a cup of coffee by sitting in your balcony.

Desire Desire
Everywhere There’s Desire
Desire in Everyone
is Spreading like Wild Fire

The eternal craving
has got no end
Blinded by Desire
No scope to amend

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Book: The Real Crisis

Author: J. Krishnamurti

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

This study of oneself is not mere inaction. On the contrary, it requires an extraordinary awareness in everything that one does, an awareness in which there is no judgement, no condemnation or blame.

I love reading self help books because I want to be more and more aware of myself. I am glad to get my hands on this book because it is according to my reading taste. In this author’s focus is on telling readers to take the journey within themselves.

In today’s so called modern world, people just follow the pattern that is set in front of them. It’s time for us to not follow the pattern, instead we should focus on becoming more and more self-aware. That is the way only that we can free ourselves and the world from the crisis.

This is an informative spiritual read. Since length of the book is just 40 pages, I was able to finish it in a single sitting. Author has mentioned great thoughts in this book. Cover photo of the book is simple with an easy use of language. Narration is strong and smooth. I like to recommend this book to other readers.

Book: Shape Your Thinking

Author: Shashank Mutneja

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Language: English

Rating: 4/5

“Money is a need, Don’t make it a greed”.

“Shape Your Thinking” by Shashank Mutneja is a self help book. This book involves various examples of famous personalities. They believe in thinking big. Quality is what matters to them and not the quantity. The idea is to focus on your thoughts.

Book is written in five chapters that tells readers about simple living, knowing IQ, EQ, etc, role of Dharma, when to speak and when to stay quiet, to keep faith in God. What I loved about this book is the “Points to Remember” and decision taking lessons from Bhagavad Gita.

This is a kinda book from which readers will take away something for sure. It’s a promising read. I like author’s writing style. Narration is smooth and simple. Since author has used simple language in the narration, I was easily able to follow all the concepts and understood them. This book stands true to its title. It will definitely help readers in shaping their thinking.

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Book: The Talented Tenth Historical & Present: Pioneers

Author: Ashley Feazell

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

The Talented Tenth Historical & Present: Pioneers is a book written by Ashley Feazell and illustrated by Al-Tariq Harris. This book features ten pioneers who had contributed in uplifting the Pan-African Community with pride.

Some of the pioneers who are featured in this book are:
1) George Washington Carver
2) Henrietta Lacks
3) Lewis H Latimer

It is an engaging read. Kids will enjoy the quiz given at the end of the book. Glossary given at the end will help kids to learn the meaning of some new words. It is a nice effort by the author to make kids aware about the famous African personalities. Illustrations are wonderful and I like to recommend this book to little readers.

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Book: Cloud Cover

Author: Jeffrey Sotto

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

Cloud Cover is the debut novel of the author Jeffrey Sotto. Story features a gay guy Tony who is in his early thirties. Tony lost his mother when he was eighteen years old and he has been seeing his mother in his dreams since then. His ex-boyfriend Ken friend zoned him by giving him yellow roses when they went out to the piano concert.

Tony has eating disorder and mental health issues. He get rid of the extra calories he ate by vomiting it out. When Tony and Antonio went out he was surprised to see Antonio eating too much calories without any worry. Their relationship motivated Tony to get better.

Reading about Tony’s character and eating disorder made this book really interesting. His character felt real and so believable. Cover photo of the book is nice and author’s writing style is amazing. Written in first person, this is kinda novel that you won’t feel like putting aside once you start reading it. I like to recommend it to my friends. It’s a worth reading book.

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Book: Cloud Cover

Author: Jeffrey Sotto

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Language: English

Rating: 4/5

Cloud Cover is the debut novel of the author Jeffrey Sotto. Story features a gay guy Tony who is in his early thirties. Tony lost his mother when he was eighteen years old and he has been seeing his mother in his dreams since then. His ex-boyfriend Ken friend zoned him by giving him yellow roses when they went out to the piano concert.

Tony has eating disorder and mental health issues. He get rid of the extra calories he ate by vomiting it out. When Tony and Antonio went out he was surprised to see Antonio eating too much calories without any worry. Their relationship motivated Tony to get better.

Reading about Tony’s character and eating disorder made this book really interesting. His character felt real and so believable. Cover photo of the book is nice and author’s writing style is amazing. Written in first person, this is kinda novel that you won’t feel like putting aside once you start reading it. I like to recommend it to my friends. It’s a worth reading book.

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Book: The Sanctuary

Author: Lauren Rigby

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4.5/5

“I knew that he would change my life; what I didn’t realise, was just how much.”

The Sanctuary written by the author Lauren Rigby is the first book in the New Beginnings Series. Story has two main characters: Selena and Rowan. With the war going on outside, Sanctuary is a place where people felt safe. The Sanctuary was founded by Jerome Evans and it was divided into 2 sections: the Highs and the Slums.

Selena lost her mother at an early age and when she was eleven years old, she lost her father too. Rowan was born up High and he belongs to the inner circle of Jerome. Rowan was different from the people up High were. He had always loved the Slums. Rowan is a guardian. He was enchanted with Selena when he saw her for the first time. Grab a copy of this novel to find out will their love be more powerful or the rules of Sanctuary? Who are Caleb and Cole and where are they?

Story is refreshing and the plot is intense. Most of the time I read simple love stories but this one is a forbidden romance. I kept on getting curious to know the story further as I turned pages after pages. There are many side characters also in the story. Who is Troy? Does he have any relationship with Selena? Read this promising story to know more. I am sure it won’t disappoint you.

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