The Bookshelf

So many books out there, so little time to read them all. Those I have read have challenged me, some I have enjoyed very much, and I am still looking for a book that will leave me stunned. Social Image by Rikka Ameboshi.

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Just Out of Jupiter’s Reach

If you were offered twenty million euro to have your DNA manipulated to be compatible with a ship, and on which you would travel to outer space for a total of ten years, would you take it? This short story is spellbinding. Worth every minute of reading.

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The Man Who Died Twice

BookBook Two of the Thursday Murder Club brings a new twist to the tetrad of senior citizen investigators at Cooper’s Chase. There is a blast from the past that is supposed to be dead but isn't, and somehow the past has especially sought out Elizabeth. Only she can help. Also, there are some diamonds worth $20 Million involved.

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Beloved

Beloved is a powerful tale of freedom, love, and the ways in which we are besotted by our histories. This novel is timeless.

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Glory

Jidada has woken up to the removal of the Old Horse by coup but if they thought things were about to get better, they may be in for a surprise. Glory is Africa’s Animal Farm.

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Americanah

Ifemelu goes to America to study and work, leaving her love, Obinze, in Nigeria. Once she gets to America, life takes a turn. From trying to find work, making friends, meeting other Africans, to finding herself, this book is a richly developed, funny, and relatable.

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The Gilda Stories

Vampires of a different kind; they have a sense of purpose, a life and hope-filled mission. This page turner is worth the reader’s time.

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Kindred

A graphic adaptation of Octavia Butler’s novel, Kindred. It is a powerful rendition of the past and how it intersects with the present and future. It is a story of discovery, and of coming face to face with pain and an uncomfortable past.

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How To Love A Jamaican

A collection of stories exploring home and belonging, identity, self discovery, love and loss. I recommend the audio book.

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Angela’s Ashes

A story of life: there is pain, indescribable loss, disillusionment, and hope. A story of resilience. A story told with exceptional skill. Worth reading, and Pulitzer worthy.

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Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell

Will English magic return to England? Can two magicians work together or will one’s overbearing, self-regarding notions get in the way of what is possible? This is one of the best books I have read in a while.

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Half of A Yellow Sun

The story of the Biafran war, of life and war. Of love. Ambition. Money and power. And loss.

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Yonder

Is it worth it to dream at all? Is there more beyond what is before my eyes? A story of love and freedom, and the price that is paid.

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The Ardent Swarm

Sidi’s girls are in trouble and so is his village Nawa. One the most enjoyable, and quickest reads.

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My Evil Mother

A short story on the complexity of single parenting, a view from the child’s vantage point.

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Half the House

A boyhood memoir working through pain, loss, abuse, and just trying to making sense of it all.

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Impossible to Forget

What would you do if you found out that you and your friends have been left the guardianship of a deceased friend’s teen daughter?

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