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Book Review: The Roommate

1st May 202330th Apr 2023Leave a comment

I have been hearing about The Roommate by Rosie Danan since it came out in 2020. One of my favourite book influencers says it's one of the sexiest books she's ever read—which is saying something. I'm not a big Harlequin romance reader, so generally, the books I read are pretty tame when it comes to … Continue reading Book Review: The Roommate

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Book Review: Cult Classic

10th Oct 20227th Oct 2022Leave a comment

Not being a big reader of non-fiction, one of my classmates in college recommended that I read I Was Told There'd Be Cake by Sloane Crosley, and I was absolutely charmed by her. Though I couldn't totally relate to her, her writing was so humourous and down-to-earth that I felt like I knew her. I … Continue reading Book Review: Cult Classic

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Book Review: Bet On It

4th Jul 202224th Jun 20221 Comment

It's been a while since I've read my favourite summer genre—the cute, light, romantic rom-com—so when Bet On It by Jodie Slaughter (in stores July 12!) was next on my TBR list, I was so excited to into it. Not only could I relate to someone having a panic attack in the middle of the frozen foods … Continue reading Book Review: Bet On It

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Book Review: Daisy Jones and the Six

11th Sep 201911th Sep 20192 Comments

I'm always hesitant to read books that have a ton of hype behind them, especially when it's from an author that I am unfamiliar with. I worry that I will have such high expectations and that there is no way I can be anything but disappointed. I just kept hearing from people everywhere (including my … Continue reading Book Review: Daisy Jones and the Six

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