Book Reviews – Page 79 – Sassy Reviews

January 14, 2024

Climbing the Glass Mountain

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Climbing the Glass Mountain 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Allen & David Gliniewicz ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Those who love reading memoirs should get their hands on David’s book “Climbing the Glass Mountain”. In this book, the author has shared the story of his father Allen Gliniewicz. Allen worked at major aerospace and technology companies. He majorly worked with Apollo 11 and Apollo 13.

This story is told from the pov of Allen. When Allen’s father survived the battle, an indelible mark was left on him and he started believing strongly in the divine power. It was amazing to read about the important role of Allen in the Apollo 13 rescue. Allen’s journey into spirituality and the way he interpreted dreams is refreshing and unique to me.

It’s the first time I have read a book by a father son duo in which the son has shared some comments and it was interesting to know David’s opinions. The language used in the book is lucid. I had a great time reading this book as I am from a science background. The title of the book is suitable.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 13, 2024

HUMAN: Behind the Mask

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: HUMAN: Behind the Mask 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Carly Reed ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“HUMAN: Behind the Mask” written by the author Carly A Reed is a poetry book including coordinating scripture and custom artwork. These poems are written on topics like body dysmorphia, mental health, addiction, etc. Through this book, the author wants to inspire readers so they don’t give up. The author who had struggled with mental health, addiction and body dysmorphia has shared her thoughts in this book.

In this book, the author takes the readers on the rollercoaster ride of her sobriety journey. Below lines are from the poem Ashtray in which the author has mentioned how heartbreak can lead to the addiction of smoking, etc.

People talk about dancing in the rain;
Judging by my self-destructive ways,
I’ve been playing in the flames
I haven’t always been this way
First time, first heartbreak
I didn’t know how to handle the pain
High school, starting to party days

These poems are about the healing and self-discovery journey of the author. The healing process is magical and the author’s journey is an inspiration for others to not give up.

This book shows how faith can pull one out from the darkness. Those who are on the path of spiritual growth should definitely get their hands on this book. The writing style of the author is easy to follow. Go ahead with it without any second thoughts.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 9, 2024

Elizabeth’s Mountain

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Elizabeth’s Mountain 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Lucille Guarino ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Elizabeth’s Mountain written by the author Lucille Guarino is an amazing story about love and loss that focuses on two generations. This story has two main female characters. Elizabeth is ninety years old. Her granddaughter Amanda is thirty four years old. When Elizabeth was in high school, she found love. Robbie went to fight a war in South Korea and was Elizabeth’s fiancé. After the loss of Robbie, Elizabeth again found love in life. She is a hopeless romantic just like me.

When Amanda moved in with her grandmother, her grandmother assured her that one day she would find a gentleman just like her Grandpa. Amanda however feels that chivalry is now dead. Read this story to know will she find love after ending the three years relationship.

Those who are fans of women’s fiction novels should definitely get their hands on this book. I loved everything about this book. Lucille’s writing style is amazing. The storyline is written well. If you are looking for a story with dual timelines then go ahead with this book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 7, 2024

When I Stop Fighting

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: When I Stop Fighting 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Daryl Dittmer ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“When I Stop Fighting: The Unexpected Joy of Getting My Head Out of My Ass” written by the author Daryl Dittmer is an inspirational memoir in which the author has shared his own journey from a troubled kid to a grateful life.

Daryl and his two other siblings were raised by their parents. His mom was strict and taught her kids the much needed manners while his dad wanted his kids to learn how to be self-reliant. Daryl’s dad worked hard and never believed in spoon feeding his kids. While growing up, Daryl fell into the trap of impressing others where he was unable to say No for drinking, smoking, etc. He even went to attend an inpatient treatment program. Read his journey to know how he met various mentors along the way and how his life took a 360° turn.

Daryl’s story teaches us to not have a victim mentality. It tells us the power of faith, consistency, willingness, beliefs, etc in one’s life. The writing style of the author is nice. The title of the book is suitable. It is an uplifting story. I had a great time reading this book. I strongly recommend this book to my fellow readers.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 6, 2024

Om Vel Way

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Om Vel Way 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Seval Seer ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Om Vel Way: Be Happy and Make Happy” is a spiritual read. The theme of this book is to “Be Happy and Make Happy.”

In this book, the author has mentioned that everything we do is to increase the scale of happiness in our lives. The author is enlightening the readers about what happiness is from an external, internal or unified view. The title of the book is OM VEL WAY. “OM” is the Spirit “VEL” is the Sport “Way” is how the Spirit plays the Sport.

The author has mentioned about the heartful journey of a soul along the path of self-actualization. I loved the part about Siva and Sakthi. The author has explained how Self is the process of self-becoming ultimately and eternally. Self-actualization requires courage and faith. In this book, the author has shared stories with spiritual insights.

Go ahead with this book if you want to begin your journey of self-transformation. The author has done fantastic work in this book. I am glad to read it. The cover photo is nice and the title is meaningful. Strongly recommended to my fellow readers.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 6, 2024

See Me

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: See Me: A Jeannie Johal Thriller 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Susann Camus ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“See Me: A Jeannie Johal Thriller” written by the author Susann Camus is a must read. The main character of the story is Jeannie Johal. The hospital in which she works as a plastic surgeon was blown up. She saw it as a perfect opportunity to escape her abusive husband in Mumbai and started a new life in Canada.

In Vancouver, she got the role of quality improvement consultant at From Sea to Mountain Health Authority. Her boss Kathleen introduced her to her colleagues. One of the surgeons, Peter Peterson was having an affair with a surgical nurse Cammy. The morning Peter’s wife found out about his affair, he was murdered. Read this story to know who is behind Peter’s murder. What will Jeannie discover at a new workplace?

The story is intriguing. The cover photo of the book is nice. The writing style of the author is easy to follow. I had a great time reading this book. The dialogs are written nicely and the storyline is easy to follow. Those who enjoy thrillers should definitely get their hands on this book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 5, 2024

Path Unguided: Grieving Your Father’s Death

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Path Unguided: Grieving Your Father’s Death 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Bald Solomon ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Path Unguided: Grieving Your Father’s Death” written by the author Bald Solomon is a book worth reading. The main character of the story is Delilah Boaz. Her father’s company Alexandria Meat was in the middle of a dispute between management and workers. Delilah’s father is more concerned about making more money and Delilah wants better working conditions for workers. Delilah is the head of quality control at Alexandria Meat. During an argument with her father, her father suggested she leave Alexandria Meat.

In another heated argument, he asked her to go ahead and leave the house if she wanted that. The relationship between Delilah and her father has become worse. On the other hand, Delilah got information from someone that Jose’s father hasn’t died accidentally. She was informed that somebody tampered with a scaffold from which he fell.

This is a relatable story in which we could relate with the arguments we often have with parents or the grief of losing a loved one. I loved the supporting characters in Delilah’s life. Read this story to know will Delilah and her father’s relationship be fixed. The writing style of the author is nice. This is a kinda book which you can’t put down once you start reading it. The cover photo is nice with a title that is apt for the book. Go ahead with this book without any second thoughts.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 4, 2024

Behind Closed Doors

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Behind Closed Doors 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Sarah R. Batchelder and Kerry L. Batchelder ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Behind Closed Doors, penned by the authors: Sarah R. Batchelder and Kerry L. Batchelder, is a captivating story that hooked me until the last page. It begins with Kelly receiving an invitation to a silent gun auction. She did not need a gun. However, curiosity took her to the auction. When she returned home, she received a parcel with a gun in it. The weapon fits perfectly in her hand.

Soon, Kelly was threatened. She had to confess a murder she didn’t commit, or her life would be in danger. To frighten her, her friend, Anthony, was murdered. Kelly could not trust anyone, as she questioned whether or not to share the details with Detective William Grey.

This story has so many turns and twists that it will keep the reader hooked until the last page. The book cover photo is nice and the title suits the storyline. The backdrop setting is done nicely by the author. The storyline is gripping, and I could not put this book aside until I finished reading it. The characters are written well by the authors.

Those who enjoy reading suspense thrillers should definitely get their hands on this book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 3, 2024

Behold I Stand At The Door and Knock: With God all things are possible

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Behold I Stand At The Door and Knock: With God all things are possible 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Kerry L. Batchelder ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Behold I Stand At The Door and Knock: With God all things are possible” written by the author Kerry L. Batchelder is a poetry book. This book is the first installment in the ‘Be Still’ book series. In this book, the author has shared her private thoughts and spiritual beliefs.

Some of my favorite poems from the collection are: God is Good, I Belong to You, The Pain of Letting Go, Trust Him, etc.

When fear grips us, threatening our self-reliance and our ability to protect ourselves…
Simply trust Him.
When loneliness weighs us down and those we love are far away…
Simply trust Him.
As we seek the love and power of God himself…
Simply trust Him.

I am facing a very challenging time in my personal life and this poem helped me to redirect my way to God and trust him. When we are stressed, we lose our way to God. This poetry collection is a must read. It will renew your faith and would help you to find your way back to God.

The poems are easy to follow. The narration is smooth and strong. The language used in the book is simple. I enjoyed every bit of this book. Looking forward to reading more poetry books by the author.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 2, 2024

Here, Where Death Delights

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Here, Where Death Delights: A Literary Memoir 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Mary Irene Jumbelic ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Here, Where Death Delights: A Literary Memoir” written by the author Mary Irene Jumbelic is a must read. This is the story of Mary Jumbelic. When she was thirteen-years-old, her father died of lung cancer while in surgery. After losing her father, Mary was left alone with her mother. She is the only child of her parents and was born twelve years after her parents’ marriage.

Mary worked different small jobs that paid little while growing up. Meanwhile, she held on to her dream to become a doctor. Once she realized that she could learn more about the human body by seeing it in the flesh, she started working in the morgue. It wasn’t easy to see the bodies of little ones. In 1987, the Deputy Chief at the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office, told her to use as many senses as possible during an autopsy. By looking at the different bodies and especially the one that involved the heart, Mary was reminded of her own father’s death.

When Mary was pregnant with her first child, she learned about the parts of her mother’s life which she wasn’t aware of earlier. Read this book to learn more about her journey.

Mary has professionally devoted her life to death. I have learned a lot about death from this memoir. The writing style of the author is nice. The title of the book is suitable and the cover photo is nice. Those who are in the medical field would find this book more intriguing.

Those who enjoy reading memoirs should definitely get their hands on this book. I am glad to read it. The years of experience of the author in the field of studying death was reflected well in this book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon