Tag: Retelling

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A THOUSAND SHIPS by Natalie Haynes

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Rating: 4.5 / 5 A THOUSAND SHIPS by Natalie Haynes is a retelling of the conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans as Troy falls. This book tells the story from the women's perspectives, from the Trojan women captured by the Greeks, Penelope waiting for Odysseus' return, and the goddesses to blame behind the scenes… Continue reading A THOUSAND SHIPS by Natalie Haynes

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THE VILLA by Rachel Hawkins

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Rating: 3 / 5 THE VILLA by Rachel Hawkins follows two timelines all centered on a villa in Italy. In the present, Emily and Chess are friends who don't necessarily always like each other. They were the best of friends as kids and have stayed close through the years, but Chess is high maintenance and… Continue reading THE VILLA by Rachel Hawkins

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GALLOWS HILL by Darcy Coates

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Rating: 4.5 / 5 GALLOWS HILL by Darcy Coates begins with a rather unusual funeral. Mr. and Mrs. Hull both died on the same night due to simultaneous heart attacks according to the coroner. Margot has come to lay her parents to rest, but what makes it a bit unusual is the fact that Margot… Continue reading GALLOWS HILL by Darcy Coates

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CRAVEN MANOR by Darcy Coates

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Rating: 3 / 5 CRAVEN MANOR by Darcy Coates follows Daniel, a man in need of a new start in life. His cousin rescued him from homelessness, giving him a spare bedroom to stay on for a while so he could get on his feet, but his cousin isn't the best and Daniel's efforts to… Continue reading CRAVEN MANOR by Darcy Coates

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HOLLOW PLACES by T. Kingfisher

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Rating: 4 / 5 HOLLOW PLACES by T. Kingfisher follows Kara, a young who has moved back home after a divorce. When her uncle needs assistance, she winds up responsible for keeping his peculiar shop up and running, the Glory to God Museum of Natural Wonders, Curiosities and Taxidermy. Full of things that are a… Continue reading HOLLOW PLACES by T. Kingfisher

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THE CARROW HAUNT by Darcy Coates

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Rating: 4 / 5 THE CARROW HAUNT by Darcy Coates follows Remy, a tour guide at Carrow House. Carrow House is known to be haunted and Remy is good at playing up its actual history in an entertaining, spooky way. When she is approached by one of her tour participants and asked to host a… Continue reading THE CARROW HAUNT by Darcy Coates

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NETTLE AND BONE by T. Kingfisher

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Rating: 4 / 5 NETTLE AND BONE by T. Kingfisher follows Marra, a young woman who lives in a world where the women have little say in their own lives. She has seen her sisters, one after the other, mistreated at the hands of the prince. She has been separated from her family, raised largely… Continue reading NETTLE AND BONE by T. Kingfisher

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WHAT MOVES THE DEAD by T. Kingfisher

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Rating: 4 / 5 WHAT MOVES THE DEAD by T. Kingfisher is a retelling of Edgar Alan Poe's THE FALL OF HTE HOUSE OF USHER. Alex Easton is a retired soldier who travels to visit their childhood friends when he hears that one of them, Madeline Usher, is dying. When they arrive at their country… Continue reading WHAT MOVES THE DEAD by T. Kingfisher

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MY FINE FELLOW by Jennieke Cohen

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I received a complimentary copy of MY FINE FELLOW by Jennieke Cohen as part of a scheduled Let's Talk Books tour. Thank you to Harper Teen and the author for the opportunity to read and review! Rating: 4 / 5 MY FINE FELLOW is a YA, gender swapped retelling of My Fair Lady. In the… Continue reading MY FINE FELLOW by Jennieke Cohen

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THE WIFE UPSTAIRS by Rachel Hawkins

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Rating: 4.5 / 5 THE WIFE UPSTAIRS was our second #SaturdayBookstaClub book pick for January and it is one I was especially eager to read. It is a retelling of JANE EYRE which is a classic I really enjoyed and it received rave reviews from some of my most trusted booksta friends! THE WIFE UPSTAIRS'… Continue reading THE WIFE UPSTAIRS by Rachel Hawkins