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The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah Review

09/29/202206/26/2023Daisi Pollard Sepulveda

The Four Winds won Book of the year in 2021

The Lessons of Acceptance Learned from “The Source of Self-Regard”

01/22/202204/20/2024Daisi Pollard Sepulveda

Assigned “The Bluest Eye” in high school, I eagerly explored Morrison’s works, gripped by her examinations of identity and self-acceptance. Rereading “The Source of Self-Regard” years later unveiled fresh understanding, as Morrison draws from history and her own creative process. Her eulogies honor King and Baldwin, friends battling oppression. Morrison’s impact grows through her lyrical voice and focus on those marginalized.

Michelle Obama’s ‘Becoming’ Shares Her Journey of Self-Discovery and Evolution

01/05/202204/20/2024Daisi Pollard Sepulveda

Michelle Obama’s candid memoir Becoming offers profound insights beyond her time as First Lady. She transports readers on her evolutive journey through relationships, career pivots, and self-discovery lessons. Obama’s willingness to change and relatable struggles navigating race and gender resonated strongly. Her inspirational story encourages embracing life’s unexpected opportunities rather than predetermined paths.

Questioning the Victim: A Closer Look at Rachel Williams’ Role in Anna Sorokin’s Elaborate Cons

12/28/202104/21/2024Daisi Pollard Sepulveda

In the gripping climax, you will be completely frustrated with Williams as she finds herself $60,000 in debt for Sorokin’s luxurious Morocco trip. Court documents revealed Williams knowingly used fraudulent credit cards and loans to subsidize Sorokin, admitting to never pursuing repayment as debts mounted.

Peeling Back the Layers: Jewel Bares Her Most Private Struggles in Candid Memoir Never Broken

12/16/201604/21/2024Daisi Pollard Sepulveda

Jewel’s raw memoir “Never Broken” offers a glimpse into the struggles behind her iconic music, taking readers on a journey from her tumultuous Alaska childhood to worldwide fame. Through poetic prose and candid storytelling, Jewel unafraid to depict painful experiences alongside profound lessons learned, showcasing resilience without sugarcoating reality.