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Gloria Rodolpho

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Wow! What a thriller!

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5 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
5 out of 5 stars
Historia
5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 09-02-21

This book grabbed me and would not let go! The characters are superb. The book narration is perfect. This story will have you guessing until the very end. Trust me… you NEED to read this book if you enjoy thrillers/mysteries.

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This book is a must read for all white individuals!!!

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5 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 08-28-20

This book is a must read for all white individuals!!!

“You will be called out/in as you do antiracism work. Making mistakes is how you learn and do better going forward. Being called out/in is not a deterrent to the work. It is part of the work.”

This is a very engaging and thought provoking book about #systemicracism and many other #racialissues such as #microaggressions and #whitefragility. The short chapters are followed by reflection prompts and questions that are designed to be answered over the course of 28 days. You can go at your own pace, of course.

I bought the audiobook and thought the narration by Layla was fantastic. This is a great companion to other antiracism books. I HIGHLY recommend to my white friends. 5 stars!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Definitely worth the read/listen!

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5 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
5 out of 5 stars
Historia
5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 08-01-20

As I psychotherapist I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book. I do wish I could say this book was an eye-opener but it only confirmed what is obvious to me and to anyone else who isn’t blindly enchanted by Donald Trump’s psychological disorders. Mary Trump, who has a Ph.D in clinical psychology, has spent years studying personality disorders amongst other things. She confirms what I already knew about DJT. He is a narcissistic sociopath and, therefore, a complete fraud (to put it mildly).
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This book focuses more on the dysfunction of the Trump family itself. It zooms in on how Donald Trump’s father, Fred Trump, played a large role in feeding and creating a lot of the family and individual dysfunction. It compares how Fred disparaged his eldest son Freddie and blatantly favored Donald.
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I’m giving the book/audio 5 stars because it was, in fact, quite interesting to hear. In a way, I feel sorry for Trump. He has never known real love and will probably never know it. It’s not a question of being a Republican or Democrat. It’s about the nature or lack thereof, in this case, of humanity.
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Favorite Quotes:
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“Donald’s need for affirmation is so great that he doesn’t seem to notice that the largest group of his supporters are people he wouldn’t condescend to be seen with outside of a rally. His deep-seated insecurities have created in him a black hole of need that constantly requires the light of compliments that disappears as soon as he’s soaked it in. Nothing is ever enough.”
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“Donald today is much as he was at three years old: incapable of growing, learning, or evolving, unable to regulate his emotions, moderate his responses, or take in and synthesize information.” #toomuchandneverenough #maryltrumpphd #marytrumpbook #donaldtrumpjr #DJT #donaldtrump #trumpfamily #bookstagram #booksofinstagram #bookstagrammer

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EVERYONE SHOULD LISTEN/READ!

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 07-03-20

This was a very good read, by Jason Reynolds, on systemic racism. If you can get an audio copy you should do so as Mr. Reynolds is a terrific narrator. I feel like every person should read/listen this book to better understand American history and how race and racism is woven into the very fabric of this country. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Favorite Quotes:
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“If we understand how the tree works, how the trunk and roots are where the power lies, and how gravity is on our side, we can attack it, each of us with small axes, and change the face of the forest. So let’s learn all there is to know about the tree of racism. The root. The fruit. The sap and trunk. The nests built over time, the changing leaves. That way, your generation can finally, actively chop it down.”
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“To know the past is to know the present. To know the present is to know yourself.”
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“A racist idea is any idea that suggests something is wrong or right, superior or inferior, better or worse about a racial group. An antiracist idea is any idea that suggests that racial groups are equals.”

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More Jane Please

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 04-11-20

First of all... if I were a sociopath, I’d wanna be just like Jane because she is amazing! This book is the 2nd to “Jane Doe” and was just as good, if not better! Jane is on the hunt for her niece who is also a sociopath involved in some trouble. I pictured Jane slinking around like a cat throughout the book searching for her “prey”. I loved the story and character development as well as seeing more of Jane’s “softer side” in regards to her niece and boyfriend. You’re missing out if you don’t read this but make sure you read “Jane Doe” first! 5 stars for sure ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Great sci-fi “read”!!!

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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 02-20-20

This audiobook was great! It’s a novella and it pulls you in pretty fast. The character development is well done and the narration is on point. I was pleasantly surprised as the story becomes quite psychological exploring that human-beings need belonging, structure and love. The book also explores the struggles we have with grief. Lee Bacon did a great job. I highly recommend this novella!
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Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Favorite Quote:
“Family isn't just parents and kids. It's not only DNA. Real family, the family that matters... it's about the connection we make to people. A connection that's so strong, it might just rewrite your programming.”
Lee Bacon ~ Interview with the Robot

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Intense read and a win for Gardner!

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 11-12-19

Let me begin by stating that I LOVE #LisaGardner and have read her books for years 📚 If you enjoy suspense, mystery, thrillers and romance, she’s your girl! This particular novel is about a woman, Tess, who came to the realization that her abusive husband, Jim, is also a psychotic serial killer. Tess helped with his capture and 2 year imprisonment, until he methodically escapes wanting 2 things - to kill Tess for revenge and run off with their daughter, Samantha.

Tess is the epitome of a woman who has been beaten down by this monster. She has lost everything including her daughter due to Jim. Now, she is ready to stop hiding and fight back. But... she needs some help first 😉

This novel will have you on the edge of your seat but I will say there could have been better character and relationship development in some areas of the story. I should note this novel may be quite triggering due to the abuse and overall gruesome details. Overall I give it 4 stars. Definitely worth a read or listen though. The ending is satisfying! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Favorite Quotes ~
“Jim Beckett is a pure psychopath. Most of you out there probably think you know what that means. I'm here to tell you that you don't.”
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“I’ve held a beating pulse between my fingers and I squeezed. And it’s the best goddamn feeling in the world.”
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#goodreads #thrillerbooks #mysterybooks #suspensethriller #ThePerfectHusband #LisaGardner #readersofinstagram #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #readersofinsta

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Another win for Ali Wong!!!

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 10-29-19

#DearGirls by @AliWong is a phenomenal #memoir in which she writes to her daughters. It doesn’t even matter if you aren’t familiar with Ali’s amazing comedy... read or listen to it! PS ~ If you are unfamiliar please go search her on @Netflix ASAP. Please note this book, like her stand-up, includes EXTREMELY mature content. Ali is raw, real, uninhibited and hilariously raunchy as she tells stories and lessons from all (and I mean ALL) aspects of her life. She also does a fantastic job reminding her daughters to never forget, and be proud of, their Asian heritage. She also challenges gender norms as she praises and clearly adores her supportive husband as she ascends in the public eye, with her family right behind her, in a male-dominated profession. There’s even an afterword by Ali’s husband, Justin, which brought sweet tears to my eyes (sniff-sniff). I think my biggest take away from this book is that life is all about being true to yourself, taking risks and not allowing fear to hold you back otherwise you’ll go nowhere and be miserable and/or alone.
5 stars for @AliWong !!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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ONE Favorite Quote: “My family had always told me how to speak and how to feel about things. Part of what was so liberating about being on stage was that I could say whatever I wanted without having loved ones comment on it. Regardless of how the strangers would respond, at least they were strangers who didn’t know me or have any real authority over who I was.”

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A fun listen for kiddo lovers everywhere!!!

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 10-23-19

If you like, want or have any inclination towards kids whatsoever you must LISTEN to this book! Jim Gaffigan is one of my favorite stand-up comedians who is also “family friendly”. In this book he pokes fun at himself, his family and even his fans all while making it quite clear how much he appreciates and ADORES his wife and kiddos.
5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Favorite Quote: “Look, you lost a tooth. Congratulations. Enjoy looking like a hillbilly. Here’s a dollar.” - Jim Gaffigan

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Attention Harry Potter fans!!!

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4 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
5 out of 5 stars
Historia
4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 10-17-19

Attention Harry Potter fans! You will enjoy this YA book which is similar but no copycat of JK Rowling. Amelia’s character is adorable. You will love her journey in this musical, witchcraft school. The narration and musicality throughout the book is superb. I subtracted one star due to a little chaos and rush in the book. Otherwise it was fantastic making me want to re-read the HP series again. Definitely worth a listen!!!

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