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Review: The Trident and the Pearl
4.5 stars I enjoyed it a lot, what convinced me to jump into this one (besides the cover) was the mention of novels and authors like Juliet Marillier which I love. Also, it's a retelling of the Fisher King myth. A queen makes a deal to save her people: she promises to marry the first man who steps onto the pier, if her husband will save her. She is very loyal and proud, but she also makes mistakes and the gods play ping-pong with her, but she slowly gains independence and sta

Vanessa Bettencourt
2 days ago2 min read


It's Murder, My Son (Review)
5 stars I am so happy to have discovered this series. I know there are a few volumes already out for this one, but I like to follow the chronological publishing order. I was hesitant because maybe the first volume wouldn't be as good as the experience of older volumes, but that is not something to worry about with this author. We can see clearly how well-structured and well-thought-out this first volume was. It's complex. The author masters each thriller/mystery classic eleme

Vanessa Bettencourt
Feb 64 min read


My Brown Boy
An affirming picture book that celebrates the brilliance and power of brown and Black boys to achieve their dreams, from poet and activist Leslé Honoré and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Keturah A. Bobo. A companion title to Brown Girl, Brown Girl , this timeless picture book encourages young readers to be expansive, emotional, brilliant—whoever they want to be. #MyBrownBoyBook #storygramkids @littlebrownyoungreaders, @leslehonore, @keturahariel and @storygramt

Vanessa Bettencourt
Jan 161 min read
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