There are learning disabilities that I have and have enhanced my life probably more than hurt me. But I’ve never tested for face-blindness. It isn’t the worst case. But mine goes way back. I bumped into a really good friend while shopping with another. It was probably 45 years ago so not a sign of dementia. The faces were familiar but names escaped me.
Often when watching a show I will state the face is familiar, but my son or husband have said, “You know this person.” Then they rattle off the actor’s name and title of the show I supposedly saw the star in.
When I meet new people I will often forget their faces and their names. If I remember either it is because I had a great conversation with the person. I find I can rattle off the whole conversation. And will suddenly recognize the now familiar face.
My friends recommended this series. They were so right! Nancy Atherton wrote a book that takes the reader from bedtime tales with a stuffed toy, through rags-to-riches, and finally a ghost story. I couldn’t put it down.
I borrowed this Kindle version from Libby and listened to my female British text-to-speech finishing in one night. I have already borrowed the next book in the series.
Here’s the part of the blurb on Goodreads that pulled me in:
Family secrets come to light as a young woman fights to save herself, and others, in a Nazi-run baby factoryโa real-life Handmaid’s Taleโduring World War II.
Adriana Allergri’s novel is beautifully written. Barrie Kreinik, Dallin Bradford, and Saskia Maarleveld narrate the story, keeping the reader engaged.
I must admit I wanted more about the actual Sunflower House, but I can see it as a safe haven in a crazy world. I loved the main character, Allina, and the people she loves help you see the bright spot in a paranoia-inducing world.
Libby supplied this audiobook. Thank you. I hope many get the chance to read this.
Tracey Lange has written a book a little out of my norm to read. With the help of Barrie Kreinik’s narrating skills I was soon deep into the story and the characters.
Remember the adage, ‘Dont judge a book by the cover’? We are reminded that people are walking books. That ex-jailbird isn’t all she seems to be. That person who follows the rules might now, and the male who seems to have his life in order may be a mess. But in discovering who these people really are we have the adventure from their points of view.
The Connellys of County Down was a quick read of a couple nights so if your looking for something lighter, this is it.
I was lucky to find this book on Libby. It’s worth the read.
This is a great book to help inspire physical fitness. The author has a way to help pep up the reader to follow-through and get started. There are helpfull hints along the way, that might even inspire running.
Kindle text-to-speech helped me through the book that I finished in less than an hour. Now to get started walking again.
Do you want to review stuff on your blog? This will give you some ideas for doing just that. At least to start.
Though I love reviewing items, this book makes it feel like a full-time job, and I am retired for a reason. And this feels like it is for monetary gain. That’s fine, too. Who doesn’t want a little more income? But I don’t feel I need to add more stuff to my home or work so hard for it. Still, these ideas may work for others.
It only took less than an hour to read. That should spark a creative flash or two.
I will keep this Kindle book for reference. Just in case I need ideas.
Time is, as Doctor Who says, “Wibbly wobbly, timey wimey.” Long and impossible. So impossible that if you are 12-1 month away, you don’t even think about it. But that month before birthdays, Christmases, or graduations, it stretches out unbearably.
When I was in first grade, I learned the misery time could be and the breeze it was. We were to get new pencils every six weeks. They were those big green pencils. You know, the thick ones that made it easier to learn our letters and numbers. I watched the other kids. Some hardly used theirs. Yet they got a new pencil anyway. I found that wasteful, even as a seven-year-old. So I used mine a lot. I mastered the fonts before me. I erased a lot with that huge pinky-orange eraser. I drew everything I could to use up as much of the six weeks as I could. I was so proud when I showed the teacher my well-chewed tiny stub of a pencil and remembered the teacher telling me I used my implement well. It was a breeze, those six weeks. Now to start the long trek with the shiny new pencil.
Pam Jenoff wrote a beautiful book. Thรฉrรจse Plummer and Saskia Maarleveld brought even more life to the book through their narration.
This book moves in time from one woman in the early 1950s to a previous time during World War II, and another young woman finding her way at that time.
When I read WWII fiction and nonfiction, I like seeing the characters before, during, and after the war. I love seeing relationships and friendships forming at such a fearful time. I love seeing how love and care can survive the worst possible situations. This book embodies that love and hope.
Searching through Libby after finishing one book, this book was suggested. I am grateful.
Working on my series: Haven.
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Mom of four great adults
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I have been on disability/retired for 10 years now from depression, anxiety and fibromyalgia.
Hi! my name is Sebastian (You can call me Seb!) ...welcome to my Blog. I'm a photographer from Worcester, Worcestershire, England. Thanks for dropping by! I hope you enjoy my work.
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