Book Review: That Was Then
"That Was Then" is a fast-paced thriller tackling abuses of power, corruption, and the rise of right-wing extremism in contemporary United States by author M.K. Tod.
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Tema Frank
Historical Fiction & Business Author, World Traveler & Speaker
Tema Frank
Historical Fiction & Business Author, World Traveler & Speaker
Book Review: The Good Sister
The Good Sister is a twisty story of twin sisters: one, a reasonably highly functioning autistic woman; the other, her close companion and advisor. All is not as it seems.
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A richly textured look at 17th century Amsterdam, "The Miniaturist" by Jessie Burton is a beautiful read, although it had some plot weaknesses.
Read MoreBook Review: The Miniaturist3 Months in Mexico: Mazatlan, San Miguel de Allende, Oaxaca & Puerto Morelos
Our years-long hunt for the perfect snowbird destination continues
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Babel, by R. F. Kuang, is an outstanding historical fantasy novel exploring racism, sexism, colonialism, power politics, social justice, and ... linguistics!
Read MoreBook Review: Babel, by R.F. KuangCobbles, Culture & Countryside: Cycling & More in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico (2024)
While Tema attended the San Miguel Writers Conference, DH (aka John) tried to figure out how to cycle on irregular cobblestones in and around the beautiful mountain town of San Miguel de Allende, in the Mexican state of Guanajuato.
Read MoreCobbles, Culture & Countryside: Cycling & More in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico (2024)Book Review: The Secrets We Kept
Not all women of the 1950s were willing to settle back into non-career life. Learn the story behind the spies who helped launch Doctor Zhivago to fame.
Read MoreBook Review: The Secrets We KeptIs San Cristobal de las Casas Set to Be the Next Big Expat Retiree Destination?
Pros & cons of San Cristobal de las Casas, in Chiapas, Mexico, after having spent a month here.
Read MoreIs San Cristobal de las Casas Set to Be the Next Big Expat Retiree Destination?Active Touring at High-Altitudes in Latin America
Physically fit travel bloggers rarely mention the impact of elevation on what you can do. But even the fittest of us can struggle at high altitude.
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An inventive, entertaining and thought-provoking book of short stories.
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An extraordinary book. Barbara Kingsolver's Demon Copperhead is well worth the time it takes to read or listen to.
Read MoreBook Review – Demon CopperheadGrade One Christmas – A Little Jew’s Story
When school and family conflict over Christmas traditions, what's a Jewish Grade One student supposed to believe?
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