By Roxie Noir Publication Date: 2019Genre: Contemporary, RomanceRating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ 🌶️🌶️🌶️ ¾ Let’s be real for a second: we’ve all been there. You finish two mediocre books back-to-back, one of which absolutely should have been a DNF (Did Not Finish, for the uninitiated), and your brain is practically begging for mercy. You need a palate cleanser. You need […]
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June is over, and we are officially halfway through the year! Instead of doing a standard monthly recap, let’s do a proper half-year check-in. At the start of the year, I set out my “26 in 2026” list to help me stay intentional, and it’s time to see where we stand with the “Savour” theme.
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By Cesca Major Publication Date: 2023Genre: Contemporary, Time Loop, Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ There is something undeniably addictive about a time loop. Whether it’s the existential charm of Groundhog Day or the poignant emotional depth of About Time, I have always been a sucker for a story that bends the rules of the calendar. So, when I stumbled upon
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Another month down. As I look back on May, it’s a reminder that life rarely goes exactly to plan, and sometimes, that’s where the most interesting lessons hide. From accidental heavy lifting to a whirlwind of reading and musicals, here is how my May unfolded. Running and Fitness: Adjusting Expectations I started the month with
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Throughout my life, my understanding of friendship has been shaped by moments of sudden, painful rupture. Looking back at three distinct periods: I can now see these not just as endings, but as the challenging curriculum that taught me about boundaries, loyalty, and the importance of self-worth. The Learning Journey 1. The Lesson of Perceived
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By Matt Haig Publication Date: 2013Genre: Contemporary, Sci-FiRating: 🪐🪐🪐🪐½ Let’s start with a confession: The very first Matt Haig book I ever read was The Midnight Library. Now, if you’ve been anywhere near the bookish internet, you know that book splits readers into two very distinct, very passionate camps. There’s the “I hated it” camp, and the
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April flew by in a blur of motion, miles, and music. Here is the highlight reel of the month’s adventures. Running & Fitness: The 5 Peaks Milestone It took 1,365 days, but I finally lined up for my first official running event: the 5 Peaks Trail Festival in South Australia! Crossing that 26km finish line
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Event: Five Peaks Running FestivalDate: 19th April 2026Type: TrailDistance: 58km | 26km | 17km | 10kmWhere: Adelaide Hills, South AustraliaEvent Partners/Sponsors: i/oMerino, Tailwind, The Running Company, Groovy Gaiters, Base 2 Summit, Funky Pants Part 2: Back on the Trails at 5 Peaks If you missed how I got here, check out Part 1 of my return
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Part 1: The Comeback 1365 days. That is exactly 3 years, 8 months, and 26 days since I last toed the line at Run Melbourne in 2022. Did I have any idea it would be that long before I raced again? Absolutely not. But life, as it often does, had other plans. The Burnout 2022
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By Emily Henry Publication Date: 2024Genre: Contemporary, RomanceTheme: Perfect for anyone who believes that the best stories are the ones where we grow with the people we love.Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ When I picked up Funny Story by Emily Henry, I expected a breezy, lighthearted romantic comedy, perfect for a quick escape. And while it is certainly that, I
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