Shelf Life
“Shelf Life” is my blog series where I explore the books I love, the ones I revisit as an adult, and the literary gems that have left a mark. From favorite reads to fresh perspectives on old classics, it’s all about the joy of literature. Come along as I share my thoughts, favorites, and those unexpected literary treasures that make reading a lifelong adventure.
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Revisiting childhood classics brings a sense of nostalgia and deeper meaning, reminding us of the magic books hold at every stage of life.
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I had heard of Mary Roberts Rinehart before but had never actually read any of her books. I’m thrilled to say that this American counterpart to Christie pleasantly surprised me with a highly enjoyable book, The Man In Lower Ten, sharing many qualities I love in the genre.
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A petty thief discovers a locked room containing seven dead bodies. But is this suicide or murder? A no-nonsense detective and a lovelorn journalist have the task of finding out!
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Let’s kick off the year (never mind that 2024 started a couple of months back) with some fresh reading challenges. I’ve hauled about a dozen books from home that I’m eager to re-read this year and they’re gonna be part of the challenges.
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This year, I’m jumping into Bev’s Vintage Scavenger Hunt Challenge over at My Reader’s Block. It’s pretty simple – all you have to do is pick up a mystery book from either the Golden (pre-1960) or Silver Age, as long as the cover showcases one of the listed scavenger items. Easy-peasy!
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I’ve been busy with work since the latter part of November. It’s taking up a lot of my time and energy that I usually would have used for my hobbies,…