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I read an amazing book, The Game of Life, Her Rules, about the exciting life of a very strong woman who is a chess grandmaster and, therefore, an exceptional life strategist. At the same time, the novel depicts her psychological growth and self-healing—it's incredibly insightful and so captivating that I read it in one sitting!

All my presents are bought - 2 of them! One Christmas card sent through the post, to the one person who does keep in touch throughout the year (and yes, I'm as guilty of not keeping in touch as everybody else. I'm just not prepared to pay 85p for a second class stamp and buy/make Christmas cards for it anymore). Not putting up decorations this year, and my brother is in charge of food. We are not hosting so it'll be quiet, which is what we all prefer.

'Don't be such a silly! You know I'm... we're ... expecting a little stranger, Johnny! I wouldn't dream of taking any nasty, horrid drugs. It's just Clyde was so good with ... you know ... the cats and things. You always seem to be going off on secret missions and he was here, ready, willing and able.' 'Well, I've always felt Clyde bashed the shuttlecock from the feathered end.' 'Whatever do you mean by that?' Rosie looked perplexed. 'As far as I know he never played badminton.' 'Suffice it to say ...

Have got most of the presents now, wrote the cards that needed posting today, and posted them, have lots of others but I'll see most of the recipients in person, so that's round 1 done!

Are [were) you sure emelee? Coincidence ?

It could be a copy of On the Road by Jack Kerouac but I'm struggling to find an edition with that cover.

Am reading Cult by Lackberg and Henrik Fexeus.

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Clyde is..better than you..in certain..departments..' 'Are you on..what I saw on tv..a truth drug..?', I asked, quaking with dread,

I highly recommend "Behind Her Eyes" by Sarah Pinborough. It's a psychological thriller with a dark, unsettling atmosphere and an ending that will completely blow your mind. The story is full of twists, complex characters, and an unpredictable narrative that keeps you hooked until the very last page.

What books would you recommend for someone who loves psychological thrillers with unexpected plot twists? I'm looking for stories that keep you guessing until the very end, with complex characters and gripping narratives. Bonus points if the book has a dark or unsettling atmosphere! Do you have any all-time favorites or hidden gems that really surprised you? I'd love to hear your recommendations.

feeling dispirited or neglected, you need only to call my name and I'll be at your side, your devoted servant, ready to whisk you away from this vile beast and transport you to the heights of ... ' 'That'll be quite enough from you, you obnoxious pillock! OUT!!' and I grabbed him by his scrawny ear and shot him out the back door. 'Darling, was that absolutely necessary, after all ...

Due to the fact that the year 2024 is slowly coming to an end, I would like to invite you to discuss what book you have read over the course of this year was the best for you and can you recommend it? For me, it was Victor Frnakl's book "Man in Search of Meaning". I invite everyone to discuss and present their opinion.

flounced theatrically, languorouslly, and with great finesse de large, ' well mon sweet cherie, Rosalyn, I shall forthwith treasure thy sweet memory...it's like sweet nothings whispered in my joyous ears..if ever you're

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believe in, my revolutionary ideology!' I looked at Rosie aghast, 'Is this true, Rosie??' She had the grace to look a little embarrassed and squirmed in her chair. 'Well not entirely, Clyde. I mean I love your work ethic, you do such a wonderful job. And your rapport with our darling kitty cats is absolutely amazing. But your political views are ... how shall I put this ... rather bizarre, and to be quite honest, totally incomprehensible to me.' 'Well, that's it!' he stormed, 'I can see my time here has been totally wasted!' and with that he ...

We Wish You a Merry Christmas ~ Traditional

Thanks! I wish I had more time to read. When I walk into a book shop or see some great discount I often end up with a new book to read. In this way, I currently have a lot of books on my shelf, and I'm adding new titles to my to-read list.

Thanks for your answer:) Exactly, I'll admit honestly, it's hard to put books in a ranking with all the books you'll read this year. We have too many good books; for the bad books you either don't finish reading or get tired of them by the end.

it behove me to influence modern subculture sociology, in a grimly counter capitalist counterculture. Only a complete stiff can deny that Rosie loves what I...

I'm looking for a short story or novella (ideally not a novel) written in English (no translated texts) which places a heavy emphasis on the emotions of either the individual themself or those around them regarding the decline of a person's health and their death, ideally involving a romantic relationship. Something which is an exploration of death similar to ‘The Death of Ivan Illych' by Tolstoy would be good in that it depicts the deterioration of someone towards death and the authentic emotions of those around them (both mournful and sinister) but that was written in Russian. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Judy Garland

Yes they did a couple of series, with Paddy Considine as Mr Whicher, the first series focusses on the book. You might be able to find it on ITV3, or one of the ITV equivalents of i player.

Finally finished The Suspicions of Mr Whicher! I enjoyed it overall but I realised that I was slightly confused about how I was meant to be reading it. I expected it to be fiction based on a true event, but it’s actually more like an academic text with elements of fiction. So you have a really detailed bibliography, and notes to justify claims to historical fact at the back. Within the ‘story’ of what happened, there are also quite lengthy diversions to explain things like what the media portrayal of private detectives was in different decades and how specific crimes were portrayed in contemporary fiction. It was interesting but I kind of wish it had been more clearly non-fiction, so I knew what I was starting 😅

I didn’t know there was a TV version!? I’ve finished it now, will add to the ‘completed’ thread 😄