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8 Books You’ll Love If You Like These Movies

August 24, 2020March 31, 2021 | by Elaine Marie | Leave a Comment

Just a few days ago my family sat down to watch Knives Out, a new movie that got rave reviews from multiple friends. First let me say that the mystery-thriller was really good! Well written, well cast, and cinematically compelling. But the first thought that popped into my head was “this is just like The …

“All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr

June 25, 2018January 28, 2020 | by Elaine Marie | Leave a Comment

The first word that comes to mind when I reflect on Anthony Doerr’s All the Light We Cannot See is Symphony. The ebb and flow, as well as the author’s co-narrator construction, pulls you through the heart-wrenching lives of the characters much like a symphony guides you through some of the most enchanting musical compositions. Set against …