Tag: Non-Fiction
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Review | Molly’s Game by Molly Bloom
This is a true story about Molly Bloom and it reads like a TV movie. Young girl has high, overachieving siblings, wants to prove herself, gain the freedom to do what she wants. Gets involved with the wrong crowd but is addicted to the money, and loses her friends and relationships, then gets convicted by…
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Review | Writing That Works by Kenneth Roman & Joel Raphaelson
A guide for learning how to say what you want to say in a succinct and clear way. The book focuses on how to write memos, letters, presentations, speeches and the like that have impact and get things done. This book wasn’t really my choice to read, it was one on a list of “Professional…
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Review | Three Women by Lisa Taddeo
This book is a non-fiction account of three women’s issues, secrets, and desires. It is three disconnected stories, that talk of situations that many other women will have found themselves in, so in that way the book is unsurprising and unexceptional.
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Review | A Fortunate Life by A.B. Facey
“A Fortunate Life” is Albert B. Facey’s autobiography, depicting his resilient journey from a challenging childhood to Gallipoli and beyond. Despite hardships like familial loss and early labor, Facey’s pragmatic approach is evident. The book’s vivid detail and factual tone captivate, yet its emotional depth may leave some readers wanting. Overall, a 3-star rating reflects…