Preeti had taken up gardening during the early days of the pandemic—a quiet hobby that slowly became a deep passion. Nurturing plants brought her peace amid the growing uncertainty, a sense of control, and something beautiful to care for. Everyone was either baking, binge-watching, or having existential crises. Preeti was taking care of these little …
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa (Translated by Eric Ozawa)
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop intrigued me the moment I saw its cover. a beautiful design that any bibliophile would instantly fall in love with. The thought of a cosy bookshop nestled in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s famous book district, felt like a dream. But for Takako, the protagonist, it was far from heaven, at least in …
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Part 12: Looming Riot
The day began with an unsettling quietness, a silence so heavy it felt like the air itself was holding its breath. A tension, a heaviness, like the sky before a storm. Mr. Ghosh had left early in the morning for Bhubaneswar due to some urgent work. Meena was helping her mother fold freshly washed clothes …
Book Review: Finlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano
When you read, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano, be prepared to dive into a quirky, thrilling, and hilariously chaotic adventure. It is the first book in a five-book series (the 6th book to be launched this year, 2025). As someone who appreciates stories with strong female leads and unexpected twists, I find …
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