July 30th is the International Day of Friendship. Declared by the UN in 2011, it was built on the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities. Friendships are one of the most essential, but easily underappreciated, relationships in our lives. Friendship is not as … Continue reading International Day of Friendship
Month: July 2025
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Book 23/30. My rating: 4 of 5 stars Original 2015 ReviewI've read hundreds, probably even a thousand books. I've been into books for as long as I've been able to read. But this book is easily a top 10. Erin had me at page 11. Magical. Enchanting. Delightful ... I really didn't want it to … Continue reading The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
Book 22/30. My rating: 4 of 5 stars Original 2015 ReviewCharming read. Bilbo Baggins is quite easily one of the most charming literature characters of all times. The story was fun and funny. Tolkien is a very humourous writer, and that was a pleasant surprise for me. I loved reading how Bilbo grew into himself, … Continue reading The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
Windmills of the Gods by Sidney Sheldon
Book 21/30. My rating: 4 of 5 stars Original 2015 ReviewI hadn't read a Sidney Sheldon book in well over a decade. So this was nostalgia on 100. I can honestly say I had forgotten just how enjoyable his novels are. The first time I read any of his novels, it was Nothing Lasts Forever … Continue reading Windmills of the Gods by Sidney Sheldon