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Book Review of Tupac Shakur: The Authorized Biography

A Personal Dive into Tupac Shakur: The Authorized Biography As someone who rarely delves into celebrity memoirs, I found myself drawn to Tupac Shakur: The Authorized Biography by Staci Robinson. Perhaps it’s the lingering legacy of Tupac—a cultural icon whose influence reached far beyond the world of hip-hop. Or maybe it was the promise of […]

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Book Review of Starkweather: The Untold Story of the Killing Spree tha…

Finding Humanity in Horror: A Review of Starkweather: The Untold Story of the Killing Spree That Changed America When I first picked up Harry N. Maclean’s Starkweather: The Untold Story of the Killing Spree That Changed America, I didn’t realize I was diving into a labyrinth of dark history and complex human emotions. I’ve always […]

The Lone Writer 1 month ago

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Book Review of The Lindbergh Nanny

The Lindbergh Nanny: A Heartfelt Reflection on a Tragic Tale From the moment I stumbled across The Lindbergh Nanny by Mariah Fredericks, I felt an inexplicable pull towards its pages. Perhaps it was the allure of historical fiction wrapped around the infamous ’crime of the century,’ or maybe it was the opportunity to view such […]

The Lone Writer 1 month ago

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Book Review of The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who C…

Embracing Hope and Courage in The Small and the Mighty As soon as I heard that The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the World was penned by the incredibly relatable and insightful author, I knew I needed to dive in. Maybe it was the promise of inspiring stories or the allure […]

The Lone Writer 2 months ago

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Book Review of Jackie and Maria: A Novel of Jackie Kennedy & Maria Cal…

Discovering the Allure of Jackie and Maria As a lover of historical fiction, the moment I stumbled upon Jackie and Maria: A Novel of Jackie Kennedy & Maria Callas by Gill Paul, I was instantly intrigued. The idea of peeling back the layers of two iconic figures whose lives intertwined in Hollywood’s elite circles felt […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an A…

Book Review: The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Crime Boss by Margalit Fox As I turned the pages of The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum, I found myself utterly captivated by a figure whose audacity and cunning felt both refreshing and unsettling. Margalit Fox has unearthed an extraordinary portrait of Frederika Mandelbaum, […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of The Pirate's Wife: The Remarkable True Story of Sarah K…

The Pirate’s Wife: The Remarkable True Story of Sarah Kidd by Diana Wallis Taylor When I first laid eyes on the title The Pirate’s Wife: The Remarkable True Story of Sarah Kidd, I couldn’t help but feel a rush of intrigue. It’s not every day that a biography about a pirate’s wife catches my attention, […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters

The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters – A Personal Journey into Journalism’s Glass Ceiling As I dive deeper into my 2024 US Election Preparation Challenge, I found myself drawn to Susan Page’s The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters. The title alone evokes a sense of rebellion and ambition, reflecting […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of The Swans of Harlem: Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years…

A Dance Through History: A Review of The Swans of Harlem: Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years by Karen Valby When I first picked up The Swans of Harlem, I knew I was in for a journey that extended well beyond the confines of classical ballet. Karen Valby’s dedication to resurrecting the stories of the trailblazing […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of Mrs. Lincoln's Sisters

A Heartfelt Journey Through the Life of Mary Lincoln: My Review of Mrs. Lincoln’s Sisters by Jennifer Chiaverini From the moment I first glanced at the cover of Mrs. Lincoln’s Sisters, curiosity surged through me. Stories of figures like Mary Lincoln often intrigue me—especially the layers of complexity, grief, and resilience that shape their narratives. […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who He…

Finding Healing Through Stories: A Review of The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who He… I was incredibly fortunate to stumble upon The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who He…, written by the talented Ms. Smilios, right at a pivotal point in my life. Published on September 17, 2023, […]

The Lone Writer 3 months ago

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Book Review of Nöthin' But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the …

Review of Nöthin’ But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the … by Tom Beaujour and Richard Bienstock When I first stumbled upon Nöthin’ But a Good Time, I felt an exhilarating jolt of nostalgia. As someone who was a wide-eyed teenager in the mid-80s, immersed in the glitter and glory of hair metal, […]

The Lone Writer 4 months ago

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Book Review of Tupac Shakur: The Authorized Biography

Book Review of Starkweather: The Untold Story of the Killing Spree tha…

Book Review of The Lindbergh Nanny

Book Review of The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who C…

Book Review of Jackie and Maria: A Novel of Jackie Kennedy & Maria Cal…

Book Review of The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an A…

Book Review of The Pirate's Wife: The Remarkable True Story of Sarah K…

Book Review of The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters

Book Review of The Swans of Harlem: Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years…

Book Review of Mrs. Lincoln's Sisters

Book Review of The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who He…

Book Review of Nöthin' But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the …

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