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BOOK REVIEW
by Mallory Bauer , Esq . Berlin Patten Ebling , PLLC
With the temperatures finally dropping , my favorite thing to do is cuddle up with a good book in front of the fireplace . I hope everyone can enjoy some down time during this holiday season to take time to do what makes them happy . If you are an avid reader , like myself , here are a few of my most recent reads that I highly suggest !
Pretty Little Wife ” by Darby Kane
I read this book in 7 hours – that is how much of a page turner it was ! If you enjoy psychological thrillers , you must put this on your reading list . The story focuses on a small-town wife , Lila , whose husband goes missing , but you clearly find out that he shouldn ’ t be missing , because Lila killed him , or so she thought . This book contains characters who have flaws , are complex , and are realistically portrayed . It also unfolded with plenty of salacious twists and turns , which kept me wanting more and turning the pages quickly . I found it to be a well-paced book , with enough forward momentum to continually push you in to the next chapter .
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People ” by Stephen Covey
This book explains seven principles that makes a person more effective personally and professionally . The author demonstrates how a principle-centered , character-based life helps you build the healthy relationships that are key to an effective life . This is a classic and well-worth reading for its perspective and practical advice . On every single page , I found something that made me put the book down for a couple of minutes and really think about it . I cannot give this book enough praise – it will teach you how to be a better version of yourself .. �
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“ The Silent Patient ” by Alex Michaelides
Alicia Berenson ’ s life is seemingly perfect . A famous painter married to an in-demand fashion photographer , she lives in a big house with huge windows that overlooks London ’ s most desirable areas . One evening her husband Gabriel returns home late from a shoot , and Alicia shoots him in the face five times , and then never speaks another word . I could not put down this book . I was a psychology major in college , so I found this book to be extra intriguing as it focused more on the psychological perspective , than the actual crimes . This book explores the psyches of both a woman convicted of murdering her husband and the therapist determined to treat her . “ The Silent Patient ” is an outstanding novel that delivers intelligent character study and a complex , masterful plot .
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