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Between the Pages

A Literary Journey Through Book Reviews

books that make you think

  • Broken Country

    Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall is an emotional and complicated story filled with flawed characters, difficult choices, romance, mystery and the lasting grip of the past. With short, easy-to-read chapters and plenty of twists along the way, this was a book that left me with very mixed feelings about almost every character. Read more

  • The Wedding People

    What follows is an unexpected story of connection, as Phoebe forms surprising friendships that slowly help her rediscover a reason to live and imagine a different future for herself. The wedding setting creates a striking contrast against Phoebe’s emotional state, with celebration and chaos unfolding alongside grief, loneliness, and quiet humour that lingers in the… Read more

  • Remarkably Bright Creatures

    At its heart, Remarkably Bright Creatures is a story about loss, loneliness, and the quiet ways healing can begin. Through the unlikely friendship between Tova, an aquarium cleaner, and Marcellus the octopus, the novel gently explores how connection can appear in the most unexpected places. Read more