The Night Circus
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The Night Circus

I’ve heard so much about this book, and it’s taken me forever to pick it up. I’m glad I finally did because I totally understand the hype. The Night Circus arrives mysteriously and without warning, filling communities with wonder and delight. But the circus wasn’t actually built for entertainment, but for two warring magicians, Celia and Marco, to compete with each other in a life-long battle. Readers know something that the magicians don’t as they slowly fall for each other: there can only be one surviving victor.

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Who Is Maud Dixon?
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Who Is Maud Dixon?

What did I just read? That question tends to start most of the reviews I’ve read of this book, which is always promising when searching for a great thriller. And yeah, this one was a ride. If you’re one of those people who devoured Gone Girl back in 2014—like I did—you’ll like this one.

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Quiet: The Power of Introverts
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Quiet: The Power of Introverts

I read Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking for the first time years ago, and I’d never felt more seen by a nonfiction writer before. I decided to reread it recently to see if I discover any new takeaways. And, of course I did.

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The Game of Desire
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The Game of Desire

I don’t know about you, but I feel differently about Valentine’s Day than past years, though I’m not sure why I’m continually surprised that my life is different during a pandemic. You too? Maybe you should pick up this book: The Game of Desire by Shannon Boodram.

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