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Every Ornament has its place | Book Review

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Every Ornament has its place Author: Vincent Verrico It starts with a missing ornament and turns into a heartwarming family adventure. Every Ornament Has Its Place tells the story of little Matthew, who realizes his favorite Christmas ornament—a mouse in a rocket ship—is missing just as the family starts decorating the tree. What follows is a sweet, slightly chaotic, and very relatable search through attics, basements, and old boxes, as everyone joins in to find it. The story might be simple on the surface, but it beautifully captures that feeling of nostalgia and how much emotional weight tiny traditions can hold—especially through a child’s eyes. What really stands out is the message: that even the smallest things can hold deep meaning and bring people together. As a parent, I found it touching to see how the family didn’t just brush off Matthew’s worry—they made it important, which is a beautiful lesson in empathy. The illustrations are lively and engaging, and my kids were totally ...
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Legacy of the Golden Bird

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 Legacy of the Golden Bird Author: Lainey Miles This book has the kind of magical vibe that pulls you in from the very first scene. A warrior finding a golden bird in a spiderweb deep in the forest? That instantly got my attention. It’s mysterious, kind of emotional, and makes you curious to know what’s going to happen next. The writing feels smooth and easy to follow, which I liked a lot. You don’t need to be a hardcore fantasy fan to enjoy this story. It has that classic "hidden power" and "unexpected hero" feel to it, but with a nice fresh twist involving a bird instead of a person or a sword. What stood out most for me was how that tiny moment—just a bird opening its eyes—completely changes the direction of the story. You just know something big is coming. It’s the kind of fantasy that makes you wonder what else is hiding in the forest and how one small creature could change everything. I’d definitely keep reading. Rating: 5🌟
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Time Fixers | Book Review

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 Miles and Simon are preparing to travel back to 1999 with one goal: to alter their grandfather’s career path and, in doing so, prevent the trauma that continues to haunt their mother in the present. For the mission to succeed—and for everyone's safety—it was crucial that Miles keep their plans a secret. But everything is jeopardized when Miles confides in his girlfriend, Maisie. Hoping to protect her from Omni, he invites her to join them. Things take a dangerous turn when Maisie is captured by a spikey-haired woman—someone who may be after Simon’s time machine. This story reminds us how a single mistake can change everything. Through its twists and turns, it explores relationships, trust, and the powerful role family plays in protecting one another. With its emotional depth and thrilling plot, this time travel story would make an incredible movie.
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Miles in Time

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 Miles in Time Author: Lee Mathew & Goldberg Whenever I come across a YA time-travel mystery, I jump at the chance to read it — and Miles in Time by Lee Matthew Goldberg was no exception. The first book in the Miles in Time series shares its title with the series itself, and it immediately pulled me in. Matthew’s storytelling is sharp and focused. From the very first chapter, I connected with Miles Hardy. Despite having little support from his family or classmates, Miles remains determined to follow his dream of becoming a detective — and I found myself rooting for him throughout. When his older brother Simon is tragically murdered, Miles sees a chance not only to solve his first real case, but also to use time travel to save his brother. But with so many layers of mystery and danger, Miles must navigate whom he can trust — all while keeping everything a secret and stopping the killers in the past. The plot is gripping and full of tension. YA mystery stories like this one help ...
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The last dance

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This memoir tells the heartfelt story of Mary Ann Manning—a beautiful woman, devoted wife, and loving mother. It begins with how Stephen met Mary Ann on a bus ride to his new job in Chicago, instantly feeling she was out of his league. Yet, fate brought them together, and he eventually married the woman of his dreams. The author shares their journey—highlighting both the joys and the challenges they faced as a couple. Together, they navigated life, built a family, and created lasting memories. Despite early medical hurdles, Mary Ann went on to have children and embraced motherhood with warmth and care. This touching memoir is a page-turner. I found myself completely engrossed and moved by many emotional moments. If you enjoy stories that celebrate love, marriage, family, and the deep bond between a mother and her children, this is a must-read.
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Your Home is in my Heart | Book Review

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                      'Your Home is in my Heart' by Neka Shah is a heartwarming story about two families the Gundechas and the Kanakias. Both these families have been friends with eachother for over a decade now but now with our Protagonists Jeevika and Shivaay this friendship is about to be turned into a relationship. Just when everything felt like correct life turns upside down for Jeevika and Shivaay and they are forced to part ways. Admist all this there are some family members who really want the best for both but will it be possible for  misunderstandings to be resolved? Will they finally overcome all the hurdles and be together? To know more 'Your Home is in my Heart'. What I liked about the book: • This is a really unique book in itself wherein we get to see pictures also a special playlist curated according to the scenes of the story • As the title of the book suggests it is a story wherein we really get to exper...
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Chandigarh The Backstory & The City it Couldn't be | Book Review

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 Chandigarh The Backstory & The City it Couldn't be Author: Vibhor Mohan  Pages: 286           'Chandigarh The Backstory & The City it Couldn't be' by Vibhor Mohan gives us an in-depth knowledge about the history of Chandigarh. The book is divided into two parts:  • Part I: Chandigarh Unravelled • Part II: The Backstory                The first part shows us the pre-chandigarh how the earlier years of Chandigarh were, how the name Chandigarh came to be. It gives us an in detail idea of the early planning of Chandigarh, the letters  exchanged, the Government housing done by three European Architects Pierre Jeanneret, Maxwell Fry and Jane Drew the pictures of the housing etc gives us a clear idea of their thinking and planning. The author has also given us the statistics of the house type and the sector(s)               The second part tells us about th...
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