Havana is one of those places I love reading about. Its history and culture create a setting that is unique and mysterious. When I saw the synopsis for this book, I knew it was one for my To Be Read list. It’s categorized as General...
Category: Historical fiction
Book Review – The Paris Model by Alexandra Joel
posted by: thathappyreader
November 5, 2020
Paris is one of my favourite cities in the world. I love the food, the architecture and the people watching. I have to admit I’m drawn to books set in Paris and so when I read the synopsis of this book, I knew I had...
Book Review of Royal by Danielle Steel
posted by: thathappyreader
October 20, 2020
It’s been several years since I read my last Danielle Steel novel, so when I noticed my library had the audiobook of Royal, I thought it was time to revisit her work. The book begins in the summer of 1943 when the Royal family sends...
The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel
posted by: thathappyreader
August 19, 2020
Set in France in 1942, The Book of Lost Names is the story of a young Jewish woman struggle to stay alive, and her desire to make the necessary choices to save many others. The book was inspired by a true story, and is told...
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz indisputably changed the landscape of television with their megahit “I Love Lucy”. The first television show to be recorded before a live audience, this beloved show can still be introduced to new generations today as it continues on TV...