"Books became my closest confidants, finely ground lenses providing new views of the world." Genre: Nonfiction Pages: 208 Published: Jan 12, 2016 Rate: 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Goodreads Synopsis For readers of Atul Gawande, Andrew Solomon, and Anne Lamott, a profoundly moving, exquisitely observed memoir by a young neurosurgeon faced with a terminal cancer diagnosis who attempts… Continue reading Review: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
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Where You Read, I Will Follow | Gilmorethon TBR
Hello, friends! Another readathon, another tbr this time, one based on one of my favourite TV shows. I recently finished all of the 7 seasons of Gilmore Girls + the revival and to say I'm obsessed is an understatement. When I saw a readathon based on the show, I was excited. What is Gilmorethon, you… Continue reading Where You Read, I Will Follow | Gilmorethon TBR
FromMyBookshelf: The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma
Years ago, back in 2017, I mentioned to my boyfriend that The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is a book that I won't review or rate (but if pushed it's a whooping 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and then some) and the reason is it's so personal to me. December of 2015, my then neighbour (hey Amanda! 😊)… Continue reading FromMyBookshelf: The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma
Coffee With Fay: Allie of Allieereads
Hey loves. I'm so excited for you to meet Alliee, one of my all time favourite people. She's absolutely the sweetest and supportive person and I'm so glad to call her my friend. ❤ 1. Tell me a little bit about yourself. Hi friends! I’m Alexandra, but please call me Allie. I blog at ‘allieereads.com’… Continue reading Coffee With Fay: Allie of Allieereads
3 Years Later | What I Know For Sure
Hello, loves. I hope July is being good to you. On the 26th of June my blog turned 3. I still can't believe it has been three years. Wow! I have spent the last few days reflecting on the journey it has been, and honestly, I wouldn't change a thing. If you are new to… Continue reading 3 Years Later | What I Know For Sure
Review: I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai
"We must live a full life, if only in our hearts." Genre: Nonfiction Pages: 240 Published: 17th November, 2014 Rate: 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Goodreads Synopsis When the Taliban took control of the Swat Valley in Pakistan, one girl spoke out. Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right to an education. On Tuesday,… Continue reading Review: I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai
Review: Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen
"There is thought, and then there is thinking about thoughts, and they don't feel the same." Genre: Nonfiction Pages: 169 Rate: 4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Goodreads Synopsis In 1967, after a session with a psychiatrist she'd never seen before, eighteen-year-old Susanna Kaysen was put in a taxi and sent to McLean Hospital. She spent most of the… Continue reading Review: Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen
Review: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley ft LynnAnne
"Nothing is more painful to the human mind than the dead calmness of inaction and certainty which follows and deprives the soul both of hope and fear." Genre: Gothic Fiction Pages: 230 Rate: 3.5 ⭐⭐⭐ Goodreads Synopsis It was already one in the morning; the rain pattered dismally against the panes, and my candle was… Continue reading Review: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley ft LynnAnne
Coffee With Fay: Natalie Sifuma
I first 'met' Natlie through her blog when I was looking for more kenyan blogs to follow. That was the first time I fell in love with her words. I then found a piece she wrote on medium and I was in awe of her and I just wanted to consume everything she puts out.… Continue reading Coffee With Fay: Natalie Sifuma
Review: 3 Reasons Why You Should Pick Up When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon
"Distance was the promise of safety. " Genre: Young Adult, Contemporary Pages: 380 Rate: 3.5 ⭐⭐⭐ Published: 30th May, 2017 Goodreads Synopsis Dimple Shah has it all figured out. With graduation behind her, she’s more than ready for a break from her family, from Mamma’s inexplicable obsession with her finding the “Ideal Indian Husband.” Ugh.… Continue reading Review: 3 Reasons Why You Should Pick Up When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon