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3 Reasons "Where the Crawdads Sing" Movie Adaptation was Excellent

It's challenging to trust that productions will accurately transform the text we love into captivating visuals while maintaining the core elements of a story. But you can bet we will buy a ticket to watch it on the big screen. I enjoyed both the book and film, and I will tell you three reasons why "Where the Crawdads Sing" movie adaptation was a true accomplishment. 

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The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek Book Review

In 1936, a 19-year-old woman, Cussy Mary Carter was born with a blood abnormality that gave her a blue hue on her skin. Along with the small population affected by its shade, she is an outcast in her town surrounded by the Appalachians in Troublesome Creek, Kentucky.  The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek book review tells us about the pacing, plot, and characterization of this story.

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