Bookshelf Journeys

Bookshelf Journeys shares thoughtful book reviews, reading insights, and reflections on stories that stay with you. One book lover’s journey through every shelf.

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A Review of The Ways We Hide

A Review of The Ways We Hide

A simple look at the bookThe Ways We Hide. We cover its story, characters, and the real history that inspired it.

Book Review: The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams

Book Review: The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams

A simple review of the historical fiction book, The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams by M.J. Rose. Find out what it's about and if it's worth reading.

Book Review: The Henna Artist

Book Review: The Henna Artist

Here's a quick look at Alka Joshi's book, The Henna Artist. We'll cover the plot, themes, and whether it's worth reading.

A Review of The Forty Elephants by Erin Bledsoe

A Review of The Forty Elephants by Erin Bledsoe

A spoiler-free review and look at the real history behind the all-female London gang, the Forty Elephants.

A Guide to The Forgotten Garden's Family Secrets

A Guide to The Forgotten Garden's Family Secrets

A simple book review of The Forgotten Garden, explaining the plot, characters, and major spoilers.

A Review of the Book 'Monica's War'

A Review of the Book 'Monica's War'

A simple review of 'Monica's War,' a book about a real-life woman who fought against the Nazis in World War II.

The Book Woman's Daughter: A Book Review

The Book Woman's Daughter: A Book Review

A simple review of Kim Michele Richardson's novel, looking at its story, characters, and real history.

A Review of The Bird Artist

A Review of The Bird Artist

A straightforward look at Howard Norman's novel about art, love, and a shocking crime in a small town.

Book Review: The Berlin Girl

Book Review: The Berlin Girl

A spoiler-free review of Mandy Robotham's historical fiction novel set in 1938 Berlin.

A Review of The Beached Ones

A Review of The Beached Ones

Thinking about reading The Beached Ones? Here’s a simple review covering its story, themes, and characters.

A Review of 'Relentless': The Joe Ledger Book That Hits Hard

A Review of 'Relentless': The Joe Ledger Book That Hits Hard

Find out why Jonathan Maberry's thriller 'Relentless' is a dark, must-read book for fans of the Joe Ledger series.

Mother, Daughter, Traitor, Spy: A Book Review

Mother, Daughter, Traitor, Spy: A Book Review

Find out if this historical fiction book about a mother-daughter spy team is worth your time.

"Moral Fibre": A Book Review

A look at the book "Moral Fibre." It's a story about a World War II bomber pilot and what it really means to be brave.

Book Review: Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese

Book Review: Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese

A simple review of "Hester," a new story inspired by The Scarlet Letter. Find out if this historical novel is worth your time.

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A Review of "A Rip Through Time"

Here's a spoiler-free look at Kelley Armstrong's time-travel mystery. We'll talk about the story, the characters, and the full series order.