Oliver Marks has just been released from prison, and is finally ready to tell Detective Colborne what really happened when his classmate was killed ten years ago. As young actors at an elite conservatory, Oliver and his classmates played the same roles – villain, hero, temptress – over and over again, both off stage and onstage. But when the casting changes, good-natured rivalry turns ugly, and the plays spill dangerously over into real life. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had seen If We Were Villains by @sureasmel around but I didn’t read it until my friend @judithbleeker recommended and lent it to me. It’s not the type of book I read (anymore) and it was very stressful at times, but I was pulled in by the promise of Shakespearian theatre and very soon I was completely hooked. 📚 What struck me most was the emotional complexity of these characters. Difficult backgrounds, trauma, insecurity and forced vulnerability, set in this tiny, isolated, cult-like academic world, then add the strong emotions of the Shakespearian stage and you have fireworks. The way tension builds and ebbs away (but never completely) only to return stronger is masterfully done. 📚 I love how Shakespeare is interwoven in the story, more than just a few references, it’s the very fabric this world is built out of, and underscores some of the characters’ most pivotal moments. They really live Shakespeare. Someday I plan to reread this book again in conjunction with all those plays. Though you genuinely don’t need to to understand and enjoy the book, but it does give the story that much more depth. 📚 A very well crafted book that you should definitely check out if you either like Shakespeare or murder mystery/thriller stories. 📚 (Content warnings below, may contain spoilers) . . . . . . . . CW’s: violence, abuse, blood, gore, death, suicide (off-page) . #ifwewerevillains #mlrio #shakespeare #bookreview #bookworm #bookish #bookblogger #amreading #bookgram #instareads #bookishlove #readmorebooks #bookstagrammers #bookcollector #readinglife #bookwormproblems #bookobsessed #bedtimereading #readerforlife #bookshark #bookpicture #bookishphoto #bookreviewer #booksaremagic #bookblog #goodreads #review #bookishproblems https://www.instagram.com/p/CpIEcPNLZWy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Once upon a time, in a tiny village named Chirukkur, there lived a family of a father, mother and son. They owned a small farm. They had to work very hard to make ends meet. After school, the boy Raghu used to help out in the farm too. He would plant seeds or pluck fruits and vegetables.
Dive into the captivating tale of 'The Monkey and Crocodile Story in English with Moral,' a timeless fable that teaches the value of wisdom, friendship, and the importance of being cautious about whom to trust. This story unfolds the intriguing adventures of a clever monkey and a cunning crocodile, highlighting how wit and intelligence can overcome deceit and treachery. Ideal for young readers, this moral story not only entertains but also imparts valuable life lessons. Perfect for bedtime reading or classroom storytelling, this story is a must-read at gupshupguru.com, where engaging tales bring timeless morals to life. #MonkeyAndCrocodile #MoralStories #WisdomAndFriendship #ClassicFables #ChildrensTales #BedtimeReading #StorytellingWithMoral #KidsLiterature #EducationalStories #LifeLessons
As the VP of the DHMC Timber Ghost Montana Chapter and Tink's right hand woman, Nora ‘Glory' Winfied is struggling to keep everything balanced. But a past that keeps her guilt-ridden and on edge, she'll do anything to protect those she loves--and she loves the sisters in her club. Watching them fall in love and start lives of their own gives her a sense of family and belonging--feelings Glory lost long ago. But she can't help wondering when it's her turn for something more than just toe-curling flings and fun.
Adorable vintage copy of "Tell Me Something Happy Before I go to Sleep." A great bedtime story that helps little one's sleep. Happy story. Lovely illustrations!
Our bed is designed with detachable legs and adjustable height, making it suitable for babies of all ages. The gentle yellow night light will soothe your child to sleep and make them feel safe and secure throughout the night. Plus, with two shelves at the head of the bed, you can easily store their favorite bedtime books and toys, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere for a happier childhood.
Mixed feelings when, after several months of reading a few pages a night of a very long book in bed, and you get to this point. I first read the Mists of Avalon back in the 80s. Thoroughly enjoyed this revisit. Well worth it. All 1009 pages 😅 . . . . #readingisgood #bedtimereading #themistsofavalon #marionzimmerbradley #arthurianlegend #femaleperspective #goodread #theendofthebook (at Kentish Town) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpEHlusoTwt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
A book written a few years back which has been given a sexy and spicy ending. It’s a delicate story of two women finding love again they thought had been lost as young teenagers, when having been found in a sexually compromising situation by one girl's mother, they are cruelly separated. 12 years later, fate brings them together again in an unexpected way, but one has since married. Her husband is a brute who cruelly rapes and beats a woman who prefers sexual relations with her own gender. A choice has to be made, to remain in a loveless abusive marriage or find love again with someone she had loved since childhood. Can she succeed or will a man who saw his wife as property reclaim her and take her back and inflict a brutal reprisal.
Sadie Stern proving once again she can mix romance, suspense and hot steamy sex to perfection.
Available on Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0964D8RVT