Book Reviews

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The Official ACT Prep Guide 2024-2025: Book + 9 Practice Tests + 400 Digital Flashcards + Online Course Cover
Rating: 3.5/5

The Official ACT Prep Guide Review

Test Book offers a buffet of diverse content. Some parts are brilliant, while others stumble like a clumsy waiter. Flashcards are handy, but a bit repetitive. Overall, it's a mixed bag but worth exploring.

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Rating: 4.3/5

And Then There Were None Review

Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None' delivered nail-biting suspense on a creepy island. Loved the mind game, but ending felt rushed. Plot twists kept me guessing. Grab a flashlight!

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Rating: 3.8/5

By the Great Hornspoon! Review

The Great Alone transports readers to 1970s Alaska with vivid landscapes and endearing characters. While the plot sometimes overshadows the setting, its humor and family dynamics keep readers eagerly flipping pages.

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Rating: 3.8/5

The Innovator’s Dilemma Review

"Foreword Reviews" rocks, providing sharp insights into the book industry. It impresses with depth and humor but sometimes stumbles over its overabundance of information. Entertaining for bibliophiles like myself, but it could tighten its narrative a bit.

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Rating: 4.3/5

Normal People Review

Emotional depth, relatable characters, and societal themes make Normal People stand out. Rooney uses subtle yet impactful prose. Beware of slow pacing, but it's a worthwhile read. Grab a tissue box – this one hits the feels!

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn - The Original, Unabridged, and Uncensored 1885 Classic (Reader's Library Classics) Cover
Rating: 4.5/5

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Review

Mark Twain's 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' brilliantly blends humor with social commentary, all while chronicling Huck and Jim's captivating journey. It's a must-read for those who adore classic adventures with a side of wit and wisdom.

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Rating: 4.5/5

Brave New World Review

In 'Brave New World', Huxley pictures a future where consumerism and technology control society. It’s eerie, yet amusing. The absence of choice highlights the cost of comfort. Perfect for those craving a thought-provoking dystopian tale.

Prometheus Assessed?: Research Measurement, Peer Review, and Citation Analysis Cover
Rating: 3.9/5

Prometheus Assessed Review

Cons: Some filler chapters drive me nuts, like waiting for ketchup to ooze from the bottle. Pros: The characters and emotion make 'The Goldfinch' a rollercoaster worth riding. Bring tissues!

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Rating: 4/5

My Friend Leonard Review

Elena Ferrante's 'My Brilliant Friend' captures the tangled web of friendship in post-war Naples. It's heartfelt and humorous, but at times, the pace slows down like a sleepy snail. Worth a read for its honest depiction of emotions.

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Rating: 4/5

The Midnight Folk Review

The "Midnight Library" packs humor and heart. Imagine a library where each book is a different life. Matt Haig spins a tale that's both fun and thoughtful. A bit slow at times, but overall worth checking out.