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A book of poetry soaked in emotion.

‘Shy Anger’ is a collection of poetry divided into three portions- Logos, Pathos, and Ethos. For this book, the author had delved into diverse zones of human life.

The book holds the emotions, views, thoughts of the author relating to life and living, contemporary issues, depths of the human mind and experience. The piece is well written, rich in word choice and syntax, and without a doubt, a carrier of vivid emotions. One of the outstanding features of the book is the beautiful and clever blend of cultures and languages. Throughout the collection, one can never find the author subscribing to a specific faith or code of life.

Considering the degree of freedom a poet is given when it comes to writing poetry, it’s hard to point out any mistake in this case. The formatting looked a little messed up at a few places but I am not sure if the author is to be blamed here.

I found the usage of the character ‘wanderer’ along with the narrator quite fascinating. I felt that the wanderer was a part of the author herself, or perhaps a loved one, but either way, it was a brilliant idea.

Readers can consider giving it a shot.
An amusing and unique collection of short stories.

The stories put in ‘Golden Gate Jumper Survivors Society’ are just as fascinating as the title of the book which has been named after the first story. From a community built up with suicide survivors and their unusual coping mechanism to printing out a 3D world, the book is going to take you on a crazy tour.

The stories, written from both male and female perspective, are unbelievably unusual. In the pages, you will discover the author’s wild imagination flowing along with a blend of humor and melancholy. Some of them come with a visible message and some are just fragments of life. It is hard to pick a favorite since you can’t tell which one is more amusing than the other. The metaphors used in ‘Backwater’ were simply mind-blowing.

I am a little fastidious when it comes to the style of narration. In this book, I believe it could be better. So for now, I’m gonna take away a star from the author. I hope he will be able to steal it back in near future.

If you like short stories with a dint of craziness, this book is undoubtedly for you.
If your heart is rich with admiration for nature, this book is quite likely to conquer a decent portion of your attention. Many of the poems from the book contain a simple yet marvelous and vivid description of natural beauty and its irresistible interaction with the human mind. The author did a pretty impressive job with the word choice and application of metaphors. Most chapters are indeed full of life, and are capable of unveiling an exquisite scene before your eyes.

The most noticeable feature of the author's style is the length of the lines. The lines are super short, most of them contain barely two or three words, and some are composed of a single word. Many readers might not prefer the sort of rhythm that has been adopted but I don't think it can be termed as a shortcoming since it's most likely to be the preferred style of the author. I feel that some of the lines, however, were broken down rather unnecessarily, and they would have been more euphonic if put together. But let me mention once again that it's more of a personal opinion than a rational criticism.

A little more attention could have been paid to the usage of punctuation marks. The way of expression in some poems seemed to be rather raw compared to the potential of the author that can clearly be observed in the other ones. Some might argue that raw poems carry purer emotion but I would like to differ in this case. There is always scope for showing improvement in word choice and syntax, and each of the show more possible opportunities should be seized since it adds to the overall elegance and beauty of a poem. The same applies here as well.

The book has got a bunch of beautiful and diverse poems which make it worth reading. So, I don't think you will regret having a look. The poet has got potential, and she surely deserves a chance.

(I have received a free copy of the book, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
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‘The City that Barks and Roars’ by award winning stand-up comedian J. T. Bird is a fun detective fiction where the characters are all animals, as the title suggests. The book title and the cover are pretty amazing, and grabbed my attention almost immediately. The title, however, refers more to the realm the book is set in rather than the story itself.

The story kicks off with the abduction of Lucas Panda, a passionate detective from Noah's Kingdom. With the wonderful initiation, the author takes us on an adventurous and humorous journey of unraveling the mystery with a diverse squad- young and ebullient Charlie aka Chico monkey, serious yet caring Frank penguin, Yuriko wolf, Ruben rat, and many others from the fantastic team.

The details put in the book is exceptionally beautiful. The overall style suggests that the author has a pretty good sense of humor. It is the sort of story that feels more like a movie. The book is capable of keeping the readers glued to the pages, and the twists, turns, and shocks make it next to impossible to put it down during the last few chapters. One of the astonishing reveals got me on my feet, and that should scream in favor of the quality of it. Fans of detective fiction, irrespective of their age, are very likely to enjoy the book.

I noticed a few minor typos like ‘Leroy’ in place of ‘LeRoy’, ‘here’ in place of ‘hear’, ‘begetting’ instead of ‘be getting’, ‘frank’ in place of ‘Frank’, ‘her’ when the word show more was supposed to be ‘him’, and an extra space between ‘happy’ and ‘birthday’, but I am not sure if the author is to be blamed here. A few places could use a comma. Apart from those petty issues, I found a little inconsistency in Chapter Six where the two unimportant characters, Nancy and Cynthia looked fascinated when they heard Chico was a cop (detective). Later in the same chapter, it was mentioned that the place was mostly hit by cops, so I could not really figure out what impressed them. I think the phrase ‘kiss goodbye’ has been used a lot of times throughout the book, and I believe it would have been better for the author to look for an alternative in this case.

Adding a super personal opinion here: At many places, the author was directly addressing the reader through the usage of the word ‘you’ (The book is written in 3rd Person’s POV). Although it's not uncommon in literature, I personally do not appreciate it. Many might relate to me while others might not, I believe it's totally up to the reader, and the author can not be held responsible for not acting according to our own preferences.

As my last words in this review, I would like to say that the shortcomings are very few in number, and can be ignored effortlessly. The book is really well written, and deserves to climb up the ladder. You gotta consider giving it a chance.

(I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
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Recommended for kids of age group 8-12

Annalynn is all set to dive into her second mission, a fight against the villainous Austrian Chef who is trying to get his hands on doughnuts, and destroying the pride of Canada in the process. It’s time for Agent Annalynn (or Frank!) to become the national hero. A better adventure awaits Annalynn, our excellent Canadian Spy (and the best pick of CSIS so far)

Doughnut Disaster is just as hilarious and good as the first book. The best thing about the series is the humorous representation of the Canadian culture, and the wild imagination of the author is simply amazing! Unlike the first one in the series, Doughnut Disaster leaves us with an unexpected ending to make us pick the third book up right away. Smart move by the author here!

If you are into children's literature, you won't regret giving this series a chance.

(️I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
Absolutely hilarious!

A perfect pick for kids aged 8-12, and even if you are an adult with a silly and childish heart, you are definitely gonna love it! Get the book, set yourself on a comfy chair, and you will be all set to set off for a humorous adventure with Annalynn, our ten-year-old Canadian Spy!

The start off was pretty neat, and I loved how the author dived straight into action. A noticeably smart job was done with the choice of words and sentence formation; the language used in the book is simple yet captivating. The chapters are short in length which makes it even easier for the young children to follow the story. Digging enough sense out of utter nonsense is definitely not an easy job but I must admit, the author nailed it. At last but not least, he deserves a pat on the back for the perfect ending.

If you are into children's literature, it's a must read!

(️I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
The Silent Bluebird features the story of an apparently never-ending war between an organization who aims to break into the human mind to reach their nefarious goals, and one that strives to protect the people and their thoughts from being grasped by the wrong hand. The book kicks off with the breathtaking invention of an ambitious scientist, an invention that only intensified the war between the two secret organizations. Sarah Mercedes Smith was nobody until a mere accident led her to the world that was never meant to collide with her own, or perhaps it was the world she truly belonged to.

The book is engrossing indeed. As the story proceeds, it keeps getting harder to put it down. I absolutely loved Killian Quinn; the author did an excellent job in constructing the character. The exceptional bond between Killian and his elder brother Desmond is one of the most beautiful sides of the story. My least favorite is Piper. Although she is the protagonist’s best friend, I found her rather annoying (well, I guess she was meant to be like that). The book is capable of providing you with shocks, goosebumps, heartaches, and more. I was almost in tears when I reached the last part of the story. It’s hard to talk about a book when you really like it so I’ll just put the whole thing in a couple of words- it’s amazing. The ending is truly intriguing, and has the potential of making the readers stare at the calendar for the next book in the series.

I did not notice any horrendous show more mistake but there are a few things that I guess I can point out. At a part, I noticed a little problem with the measurement of time. When Sadie began to read from a device, it was very early in the morning, and when she was kinda done, it was 11:30 AM (or around). I feel it is not quite believable since the readers are provided with what she was reading. Some details might appear unnecessary to many readers (though I think those played their own part in characterization). The frequent flashbacks and trip down the memory lane might make it difficult for some readers to follow the story but reading with adequate attention should solve the problem.

Some chapters are represented in fraction (for example, Chapter 7.5 or Chapter 13.5). At first, it made a lot of sense since the author was portraying two different worlds at the same time but I am not quite sure why she continued that after the collision of the worlds.

Anyway, the story is fantastic, and I can’t wait to know what is awaiting me in book 2. Give this author a chance, you are gonna love what you see.

(I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
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Vilém Rehor has recently joined as a security guard at a former concentration camp that holds the dreadful memory of holocaust. Just under his nose and that of the authority's, someone starts to carve her name on the wall of Barrack Five. The unpleasant and sorrowful job takes a new turn as he dives into the investigation himself. Soon he realizes that the horror of holocaust is not over for every soul; some linger around with a desire to be remembered.

The book grabbed my attention at the very beginning. The start off was brilliant and pretty relevant to the plot. I absolutely loved how the author portrayed the horrifying history of holocaust through the memory of a young Jewish girl. The emotion behind the piece is very much visible, and is capable of making a way to the reader's heart. The story is easy to follow and even easier to feel. We can barely imagine how many Rayas have left the world with millions of untold stories. I finished the book in a single go, and it did not take much effort. I was simply overwhelmed.

The most terrifying fact is probably that the cruelty is not over yet. The world is still filled with demons, and innocent people are going through unimaginable sufferings every single moment, only because of their faith, race, caste or color.

If you want to take a quick look at the frightening past (or even the equally shocking reality for many people around the world), you should check out this book.

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'Do you see the giant' is a picture book featuring animals, and is an ideal pick for toddlers. The animals are placed according to their size or in other words, a bigger animals awaits in the next page.

The idea is fun and interesting, and the illustrations in the book are quite beautiful. The comparison between the animals can give the kids some idea about the size and shape, which is certainly a good side of the work. Besides, the book shows what a particular animal might like as food. At last but not least, it comes with a message that no matter what we are or what we look like, we all have a place on this earth.

Although it's for toddlers, I believe a few more animals could have been added to the list. Since the author decided to add the food habit, they could put several examples instead of just one along with the name.

The book is educational and beautiful at the same time. A good choice for young children, no doubt.

(I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
‘Ever Told’ revolves around a mysterious double murder that took place rather unexpectedly during a family vacation. The perplexing case made it nearly impossible to leave anyone out of the list of suspects; as the story proceeded, things only began to move further away from a rational solution.

As the blurb claims, the reader indeed isn't quite likely to see the plot twist coming. I think that's what I loved most about the story. The book keeps hitting you with one twist after another, and you will never guess what's awaiting you. The author has got the potential to do well in this arena of fiction. He has built up some really good characters, and the noticeable feminist approach in this case deserves appreciation.

Although it's understandable that the style is preferred by the author, some readers might find it hard to follow the story as it keeps swinging between past and present. I noticed several typos throughout the story, which, I believe, can easily be fixed through general editing. Some of the readers might not like how the point of view has been changed from third person to first person at a few places, despite the fact that it played its own role in building up the tension.

The style of narration did not really work for me but it's more of a personal opinion. The story has the potential of stealing four or even five stars, and I kinda feel bad about leaving only three stars behind. It's logical to expect the author to come up with something even better next show more time.

If murder-mystery is your thing, you won't mind having a look at Ever Told.

(I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
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The book includes 500 jokes (as the cover claims) that are appropriate for kids, divided into several sections for the convenience of readers.

If you dislike adult jokes, and are looking for the ones that aren't nasty, this is your book. As stated above, it is divided into several sections along with a suitable title for each. The jokes are super short, and therefore, easy to read.

Some of the jokes, however, might not be suitable for younger children.

It was a quick and fun read. Some of the jokes were hilarious, and others, not so much. Taste in case of jokes varies from person to person, so the ones that I have not found funny might appear to be great to others.

If you are looking for a relaxing read, this book is for you.

(I received a copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily)
Shifting Sands is an engrossing mystery-thriller that revolves around a strange clinic with powerful and ambitious hands behind it- a bunch of people who would go to any extent to implement their crazy plan. The clinic and the research centre behind it is upto something big and dangerous, but Phil Tyler, an ordinary journalist and Liz, his grumpy editor are determined to unravel the mystery. Threats and dangers keep heading their way but 'giving up' doesn't exist in their book.

(Warning: Contains mature language. Not recommended for kids under 15)

As I mentioned in the brief introduction, the novel is quite engrossing, and it keeps getting better as you proceed. The thrilling experiences of the narrator can keep the reader hooked to the book till the end, and the humor is icing on the cake. There are savage exchange of words in conversations, and even regular narrations that are bound to make you break into a chortle. The author has done a wonderful job with the characterization. Their actions and dialogues give us a clear image of their personality. Each and every character in the story sounds quite natural; they are all the sort of people that roam around us. The ending is pretty intriguing, it's the kind of thing that makes you think and think and think but you simply can't reach a conclusion.

There isn't much criticism that I can offer in this case. I think the narration could be better in the initial chapters. The improvement in the style is noticeable as the story show more proceeds. At some parts, the story sounded a bit like a excerpt from a personal diary, but I bet there are many readers out there who won't mind that.

Loved the story, loved the twists, loved the ending!
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