DRB Reviews...Still Life by Louise Penny
Firstly, I can't believe as a lover of Agatha Christie and mystery/crime/thriller books, and being a Canadian, I haven't read Penny earlier than now! I have had her first three books on my bookshelf for years. As a new member of The Crime Writers of Canada, I thought it was about time I dug into her books. After all, I follow Penny on socials and noticed she recently had an invitation to visit King Charles! With everything going on in the U.S., Penny also boycotted American events and relocated them to Canada; I have huge respect for this. I have fallen in love after reading Still Life. Penny's writing is so descriptive, in a simplistic way, but she provides so much real depth into her characters and scenery. All I can say after reading Still Life is that I want to move to Quebec and settle in the town of Three Pines, forever. I was telling my husband about the book and he said he had watched the television series and loved it. There is a television series? Hello...tv binge watching this summer! I adored the Canadian elements to the story as it made everything so relatable for me, "Gamache caught the unmistakable fragrance of Tim Horton's coffee in cardboard cups..." I know this smell well. Being as I only have three of Penny's books, I will be hitting the local library to read the rest of her books, until I can buy and build up my collection for my own personal library. Penny's books is a must have collection for any Canadian book lover. www.dawnrodger.ca #louisepenny #threepines #dawnrodger #newblogpost #bookreviews #canadianauthors #crimewritersofcanada
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DRB Reviews...The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
I have been listening to this book on audible while I do my chores, and while I drive. It has changed my way of thinking and will change my life for the better. For a person who is a chronic over thinker, with anxiety...it has been a game changer for me. I am completely obsessed with this theory. Why? Simply because Robbins is helping to rewire my mindset. I suffer with PTSD from domestic abuse. It is mostly resting now as a result of a happy life, but trauma has ways of resurfacing. Trauma manifests in many forms: anxiety, sleep disturbances, digestive issues, grief, fear...this can all lead to clutter of the mind. One of the reasons I love to read is because it provides a perfect escapism. But 'stuff' needs to be dealt with when it bubbles to the surface, and I am aware that I try to deal with it by micro-managing it all. Seeking control is my way of curing the hypervigilance. Robbins has reinforced that we are only in control of ourselves, and that taking the approach of 'let them', is a freedom we deserve to experience. An exhaled reminder of relief to live our life in peace. PTSD sweeps in and overtakes the senses and thoughts whenever it wants, and it always takes a toll on our emotions. The 'Let me' theory is a way of regaining my own power over my emotions, thoughts and actions; taking charge of my own happiness. I must purchase a hard copy of this book so that I can continue to review the theory when in need most. "Let Them" is a must read and my top non-fiction recommendation so far this year. www.dawnrodger.ca #melrobbins #letthem #dawnrodger #newblogpost #newbookreview DRB Reviews... The Only One Left by Riley Sager
I have had this book on my bookshelf for almost a year. I had forgotten all about buying it. It wasn't until I decided my home library needed a new reorg, alphabetizing my books, that I rediscovered it. I began reading it that evening. The twists of this book have left me speechless. I thought I knew 'who dunnit' and had it 'pegged' about half way through...boy was I wrong! As always, no spoilers in any of my reviews, but you really won't find out what is going on until the very last page. How thrilling is that? I carried this book in my purse everywhere I went, so that I could take every opportunity of 'spare time' to read it. I felt like I was hanging on threads the entire time...always questioning, gasping often as pages turned and new things were revealed. I pre-ordered Sager's latest release called "With a Vengeance" and it arrived yesterday. I think I finished "The Only One Left" just in time. Phew...excitedly, I think I am onto another fast-paced humdinger! www.dawnrodger.ca #rileysager #dawnrodger #newblogpost #newbookreview |
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