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Reader's Lens began in 2023 with two friends sharing book recommendations and talking about the stories they had just finished. What started as casual conversations eventually became the idea for a place where those thoughts could be collected, shared and discovered by other readers.
Reader's Lens is built around a small community of readers who enjoy sharing honest opinions about the books they finish. The project grew from a reader's idea and is brought to life through a love of books, writing and web design.
Reviews are written after a book has been finished and are shared as readers complete their latest reads. Some reviews come from the people behind Reader's Lens, while others are contributed by fellow readers who want to share what they thought.
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First-person accounts of real lives lived, often written from the heart of history.
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Contemporary novels, short stories, and the literary fiction that rewards a second reading.
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Stories where the ordinary meets the extraordinary — a little magic, woven quietly into everyday life.
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History, science, culture and ideas that shape the way we see the world. Real stories, thoughtfully explored.
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Magical realism
The Magic
Rhonda Byrne
by Rhonda Byrne
“An uplifting read built around a 28-day gratitude practice that reminds you how powerful appreciation can be.”
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One Indian Girl
Chetan Bhagat
by Chetan Bhagat
“An enjoyable and easy read that explores relationships, career ambitions, and the pressures women face from society and family.”
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The Reason Is You
Nikita Singh
by Nikita Singh
“A heartfelt story about love, loss, and finding the strength to move forward.”
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