7.6 The Searcher: A Retired Detective’s Life in Ireland
I really liked The Wych Elm when I read it, but I still did not want to invest in the much more popular Dublin…
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8.3 Then She Was Gone: A Mother’s Unwavering Hope
Happy summer solstice! There’s luck and magic in the air. As well as being the longest day, today is also the hottest here in the…
7.6 The Thursday Murder Club
In my quest for more British crime fiction, I landed on the hugely popular (there is a Netflix series starring Pierce Brosnan in the…
Your Guide to Facing Health Decisions with Confidence
Health decisions—whether sudden or anticipated—can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating a recent diagnosis, considering future care, or helping a loved one make important choices,…
Top Ten Tuesday | Books On My Summer 2025 Reading List
Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly feature hosted at That Artsy Reader Girl. Each week you compile a list of ten books that coincide with…
7.7 Ghosts, Murder & Lies in The Stranger Diaries
On the lookout for some British crime fiction, I picked up The Stranger Diaries from the library. This is the first of a series…
Solving Crimes with Miss Marple This Summer
OK, it’s technically not summer yet. Earlier this week, I was going to bed in a sweater. Today, I’m wearing my lightest kaftan, and it’s only…
Slots and Beverages: Crafting the Perfect Game Night Menu
Food and beverage options really play a crucial role in an evening of gaming. Game nights are more than passing the time—they’re events, beloved…
Anora by Sean Baker: Film Review
Immediately after Anora swept the board at the Oscars, I sat down with my two best male gay friends to watch it on Prime….
Nosferatu (2024): A Visually Stunning Gothic Horror
I have been meaning to see Nosferatu for ages. Unfortunately, my family has a low tolerance for horror, and they have a tendency to…