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The Social Distance Between Us

November 26, 2022 Fiona Brichaut 3.5***. Leave a comment

Well written essay on the disparities between the ruling class and the people affected by their decisions. UK-focused, but relevant anywhere.

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Inside Job

October 14, 2022 Fiona Brichaut 5***** Leave a comment

Well-written, thoughtful book on the treatment of sexual offenders in a high-security prison in Yorkshire.

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Triflers Need Not Apply

August 6, 2021 Fiona Brichaut 5***** Leave a comment

There’s no excuse for being a serial killer… Or is there? Superbly written, captivating and vivid historical novel based on a true story.

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The Devil You Know Dr Gwen Adshead

The Devil You Know

June 17, 2021 Fiona Brichaut 5***** Leave a comment

Well written, moving accounts by a forensic psychiatrist, exploring the backgrounds of criminals and their motivations for committing crimes.

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The Course of Love

The Course of Love

February 4, 2021 Fiona Brichaut 3.5***. Leave a comment

The love story of a fictional couple serves as an argument for enlightened romantic pessimism: don’t marry for love, marry someone you like.

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Just Ignore Him Alan Davies

Just Ignore Him

December 18, 2020 Fiona Brichaut 5***** Leave a comment

A glimpse into the lifelong effects of terrible childhood events. Just Ignore Him is a a beautiful, unforgettable, sad, funny and brave book.

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Writing for Mobile. And Other Media.

November 3, 2020 Fiona Brichaut 4 **** Leave a comment

The BelEdit Book Reviews blog would not be complete without a review of my own book, Writing for Mobile. A textbook for writers in any media.

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Servants - Lucy Lethbridge

Servants

October 26, 2020 Fiona Brichaut 5***** Leave a comment

Vivid, informative and well written account of the lives of servants, drawn from the letters and memoirs of servants, from the 19C to today.

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Narcissist You Know - Joseph Burgo

The Narcissist You Know

October 26, 2019 Fiona Brichaut 4 **** Leave a comment

Understanding narcissistic behavior helps you handle narcissists and self-centered people. Spot the signs and learn when to move away.

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The Gifts of Imperfection

October 26, 2018 Fiona Brichaut 1* Leave a comment

Nauseating, mommy-soaked, goody-goody, goddy-goddy saccharine from a 21st century Stepford wife. Is this what feminism has come to?

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