Cecile Beaulieu‘s Brother Broken is a poignant memoir delving into her personal struggles and the devastating impact of suicide. Through her eloquent and persuasive prose, she explores the effects of mental illness and substance abuse, illuminating the remarkable resilience of the human spirit. This book offers profound insights into the complexities of our choices. Cecile's…
Book Review: A Centenarian’s Journey: From Covered Wagon to Buzz Bombs to Bald Eagles by Virginia Foley Reynolds
Virginia Foley Reynolds’ A Centenarian's Journey: From Covered Wagon to Buzz Bombs to Bald Eagles chronicles her childhood, wartime insights, and travels. Virginia recounts her experiences during World War II as a Red Cross volunteer, where she encountered her husband. She embarked on adventures around the world and developed a proclivity for birdwatching. Virginia's parents…
Book Review: Our Man in Mbabane: A Novel Based on a True Story by K.E. Karl
K.E. Karl's novel Our Man in Mbabane is the fictionalized story of Frank George, an undercover gun-running agent for the African National Congress (ANC). As a cover, Frank works as a senior statistician at the Centralized Statistical Office, compiling data. Most of the novel centers around his work and daily life in Swaziland. He spends his time…
Book Review: Enough, Journey of Ancestry, Identity and Faith by Lloiden Garza
Ancestry, identity, and faith are notions humanity has long investigated to comprehend our origins and lineage. Lloiden Garza's book, Enough: Journey of Ancestry, Identity, and Faith, explores these ideas. The author constantly researches her biological father's identity and reveals her own emotions and spiritual growth. Locating a loved one can be difficult and time-consuming due to…
Book Review: The Gold Rose by Jodi Lea Stewart
Jodi Lea Stewart's The Gold Rose is a captivating book that unites the stories of three strong young women who survive perilous circumstances, navigating betrayal and war. Although their lives are filled with obstacles, these characters are courageous. From their earliest days, they relied on themselves for success. The novel contrasts the fictional stories with true history,…