Rite of Fancy

A short summary of the book The Other Side of the Sun: A British woman learns the secrets of the North American South. My favorite Madeline L'Engle quote from the book: "Darkness is not a color."  Questions to ponder while reading The Other Side of the Sun: How do you deal with differences? What would you have done? My review of The Other Side of the Sun: I loved the literary game (Does anyone want to play?) A haunting and dark story. A difficult tale to let go of. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting m...

A short summary of the book Purple Hibiscus: The story of Kambili's privileged life. My favorite Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Quote from the book: "We cannot be part of what we fight." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Is a religious person always a good person? What would you do to keep your family together? My review of the book Purple Hibiscus: Kambili has become a favorite character. Religion should not be allowed to shield abuse. I can't imagine living during a period of civil unrest. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my ...

A short summary of Postcards From the Edge: The ramblings of a rehabilitation. My favorite Carrie Fisher quote from the book: "I think that is what maturity is: A stoic response to endless reality." Questions to ponder while reading Postcards From the Edge: Have you ever struggled to overcome something? Do you find humor helps? My thoughts about Postcard From the Edge: Ah! Carrie!  RIP. A humorous look at the challenges of recovery. We (as a society) need to do more for addiction and mental illness recovery. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? ...

A short summary of the book To Sir, With Love: The power of a good teacher. My favorite E.R. Braithwaite quote from the book: "Toughness is a quality of the mind." Questions to ponder while reading To Sir, With Love: Will sharing experiences help curb discrimination? Does respect breed respect? My review of To Sir, With Love: Beautiful book. A good exploration of the many different biases. I wish he had been my teacher. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cu...