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Structured to follow three strangers on a train journey, Quality of Life: Untangling the Mind explores philosophy and spirituality in a way that inspires contemplation. A young woman, an old man, and a man with stories to tell share a train compartment and dive into discussions that explore life, personal experiences, emotions and behaviour. Infused with Buddhism, mindfulness and moments that can provoke thoughts in readers with little or no religious inclination this is written in an open ended style, allowing the reader to take their own lessons from reading this.
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Poole of Honour is the second book in the Poole Legacy series that focuses on three generations of the Poole family. However you don’t need to have read the first book to follow this one, I didn’t notice it was a sequel until after reading and the generational focus allows the book to be read as a standalone very easily.
Set in London in 1965, this book focuses on Daniel Poole, a young barrister with a strong moral code wanting to prove himself, feeling strongly about his work as a defence lawyer and ... View Full Review
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Sheila is caught between conflicting realities, separated from her husband and the daughter that she believes she conceived in another world while fighting to save it from evil. As that same evil encroaches ever more into this world, Sheila’s daughter Diya may be the key to destroying the Sutram, but to do so they will need the help of a man named the extraordinary cripple. A man that died 44 years ago. Worlds collide, and lives are on the line in this twisting and expansive read.
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With detailed world building and multiple narratives and conflicts to face. Cold by J.P. MacDonald is a new gripping space opera for sci-fi fans to enjoy. The start of the novel puts you right in the centre of the action, with Zac returning injured from battle with his friend Lamorak and sent off to warrior training under the watch of Lamorak’s sister Aoife. Putting us straight into the story with no exposition works well for this action driven, fast paced narrative. I liked how context is then threaded into the story through conversations between ... View Full Review
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Jigme and Max both have an extraordinary power they’ve developed since childhood with the support of their respective Buddhist and Catholic leaders, and the support of each other. Both have used their abilities to help humankind - Jigme becoming a psychiatrist and capable of curing addictions and phobias; Max working with the Red Cross and supporting in areas of crisis. Both men become of interest to powerful organisations, with Max captured in order to investigate the origin of his abilities. This twisting storyline delivers thrills and action well balanced alongside spiritual and mystical themes.
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The seeds of England 1954 stem from the author's experiences of escaping boarding schools in England at eleven years-old. From this grows our main character Alex, also eleven, from Uruguay who fears he’ll never be settled in England, at school away from his diplomat parents. We come to the story when one headmaster approaches Alex’s escapes from a new angle, encouraging him to stay and be a part of a pioneering education project. This book celebrates education but also highlights the importance of meeting children where they are. Through a transformative school experience, the ... View Full Review
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John MIller and Andrew Powell co-authored the memoir After Our Parents Won the War, a collaboration of their experiences of being sent away to boarding school in postwar Britain. In a school that prided itself on delivering the traditional values of pre-war Britain we get a glimpse into a piece of history, the unique cast of teachers, the impact of a rapidly changing culture as new icons step into the spotlight. It’s an eclectic mix of the traditional and modern that demonstrates the transitional period of 1960s Britain.
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From introversion to imposter syndrome, Myers-Briggs and love languages to empaths, lizard brains and affirmations. Discover the origins of 89 popular psychology ideas, and see if you’re using them correctly. This is a clear, structured breakdown of well-used terms and ideas with an apparent origin in psychology, whether they actually have merit, and how they can more accurately be used. I liked the very clear layout of this book. Beginning with an introduction to how each concept will be laid out: a brief explanation, one of four very clear verdicts, and an expansion on if, how or when the ... View Full Review
This fast paced dystopian thriller is a character-driven battle for home. Set in an England that is rebuilding following civil unrest that changed everything we see the impact of a country being remade on characters from a range of different perspectives. From politicians to refugees, soldiers questioning whether they’re on the wrong side and rebels fighting for their homes. I think the description of Flowers For The Wind as “a story of ordinary people caught inside extraordinary events” perfectly describes the character focus of this book’s writing style. I found each character’s ... View Full Review
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Inside the Window: Realizations before Maintenance on GLP-1 focuses on the author's experiences of rebuilding your life in order to successfully maintain a healthy lifestyle for the long term during the window of opportunity afforded by GLP-1 medication. How GLP-1 reduces the food noise and allows him the space to address his relationship with food, alcohol and his own self perception. French shares the benefits he experienced from the GLP-1s but the focus here is on the bigger picture and the responsibility to make the wider lifestyle and attitude changes that would set him up for ... View Full Review
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Confessions of Schizoid Man is the first part of an introspective memoir reflecting on the author’s life with a Borderline Personality Disorder. Taking us from early life and upbringing through to a life in academia that sees him working through the Cold War and into a new, more capitalist world.
What struck me most about the writing is that the author very clearly presents a detachment between the inner and outer worlds. When the author is confused by other people’s actions and intentions, so is the reader. Although this doesn’... View Full Review
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From gentle massage to breathing exercises and guided meditation, Carers Day Out Workshop is a little oasis of calm and self-care. Created from the author’s experiences as a Therapy TI, their holistic massage experience and becoming a full-time carer for both parents, Nicholls has crafted a relaxing workshop guide that’s easy to engage with. I liked the inclusion of deep breathing exercises that could be performed anywhere (I was doing them as I was reading) through to suggestions for how to create your own guided meditations (perfect for those on a budget not ... View Full Review
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