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Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak
Today I am going to write a comprehensive review about the wrting of Turkish author named Elif Shafak. She is the author of the 2009 publication forty rules of love. The basted of Istanbul, The architect's Apprentice, and the forty rules of love are just a few of her masterpieces. Ella, Rumi, Shams of Tabraiz, Kimiya (Rumi's adoptive daughter and student), Kierra (Rumi's wife who converted to Islam and was the Rumi's second wife), Sultan Walad and Aladin (Rumi's sons), Desert Rose, Suleiman, Baybras, and A aziz are the 10 characters in the novel. Zahra. Every chapter is told from the perspective of the characters.
By Mariam Jabeen3 years ago in BookClub
What do you think of the book "In Sheep's clothing"?
Dr. George K. Simon's book "In Sheep's Clothing: Understanding and Dealing with Manipulative People" is a groundbreaking exploration into the realm of manipulative behavior and the tactics used by individuals who disguise their true intentions beneath a facade of innocence. Published in 1996, the book has garnered significant attention for shedding light on a crucial aspect of human interaction that often goes unnoticed. Through a comprehensive analysis of manipulative behavior, Simon provides readers with invaluable insights and practical strategies for recognizing and confronting manipulators in various aspects of life.
By Word Weaver 3 years ago in BookClub
Glimpses of Grandeur and Illusion: Exploring "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" stands as a testament to the Roaring Twenties and the glittering allure of the American Dream. Published in 1925, this iconic novel has resonated with readers across generations, capturing the essence of an era while offering a profound commentary on human ambition, wealth, and the fragile nature of illusions.
By Word Weaver 3 years ago in BookClub
Shadows of Deceit: Unraveling the Canvas of Crime
Part 1: The Gallery Heist Rain pelted against the city's pavement, a relentless downpour that seemed to wash the urban landscape clean of its sins. Detective Alex Reynolds stood beneath the awning of a coffee shop across the street from the Cordova Art Gallery. The neon glow of the city was subdued in the evening's mist, casting an eerie ambiance over the scene. His trench coat flapped lightly in the wind, and his eyes, sharp as flint, were fixed on the gallery's entrance.
By Word Weaver 3 years ago in BookClub
The Books That Moved Me (Vol.1)
I, like most writers, have read a lot of books. But there are few five star reads in my back catalogue. Very rarely as both a reader and a book reviewer have I dished out the ultimate accolade. That's not to say that there aren't a lot of wonderful books out there, because there are. But to really earn a five star review, for me, it has to move me.
By Rachel Deeming3 years ago in BookClub
Cross-Dressing in Shakespeare's Comedies
The comedies of William Shakespeare usually feature at least one female character who dresses up as a man or boy. Shakespeare did not invent this theatrical device, but he used it extensively. The Two Gentlemen of Verona is the first in which a heroine cross-dresses, and Cymbeline the last. Since these are respectively one of Shakespeare’s very first plays, and one of the last he wrote alone, we might say the cross-dressing tendency is a constant throughout the run of comedies.
By Doc Sherwood3 years ago in BookClub
Trilogy of My life...
I have always loved to read. I have loved books since I learned to read. Reading allows me to be completely immersed in another world. When I am reading, I imagine the setting, the characters and the things they say and do. It is my favorite thing to do outside of writing. I will never forget a particular series of book that I read some years ago. I have actually read it again and listened to it on audiobook. It is a set of three books. The first one is God Don't Like Ugly. The second book is God STILL Don't Like Ugly. The last book is God Don't Play. The series focuses on a little black girl. The reader follows her through life across the three novels. The girl ends up fatherless and being raised by a struggling single mother. This is the first thing i can relate to here: being a struggling single mother. The father leaves the family because he falls in love with a white woman. Her race important because this was during the time that interracial couples were taboo, even outlawed in some places. The father is the breadwinner for the family. They were already poor with him working, so when he left, things got worse very fast.
By Latoya Giles 3 years ago in BookClub
