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Saturday, 4 January 2025

๐Ÿ 2025/005 | DOLORES DRAKE - “LOVE IS BLIND” | 4★

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Synopsis

Bridget Moore was more than confident in her ability to govern a classroom of Injun students at the Vermilion Indian School. She’d been taught well and her uncle was completely assured that she’d be a brilliant addition to the institution, not to mention a credit to her family name. It would be an honor to support her family’s belief in the civilization of the savages in a capacity all her own.

However, it takes very little time for Bridget’s confidence to be shaken. Starting with the disruptive behavior of one of her resentful pupils leading to a visit to the reservation where she meets with his father, Bridget’s thoughts and convictions are turned upside down.

Ishkode is as angry as his son and Bridget can hardly blame him; his people’s livelihoods were taken from them and his own son was forced into a boarding school which went against all of his ideals.

Though unlikely, through a series of encounters, arguments, and later understandings, Bridget comes to appreciate Ishkode’s position, prompting her to fight for justice in the school. But, it’s the feelings which develop in her heart toward Ishkode that prove to be the hardest to reckon with. Could he be feeling the same?

 

Chapters In Total

Prologue

:

1

Chapters

:

7

Epilogue

:

1

Pages

:

-

 

Note(s)

·       Standalone

 

Others

1.    -

 

Destination

1.    Minnesota

 

Song(s)/Band(s)

1.    -

 

Main Character(s)

Male

:

Ishkode

Female

:

Bridget Moore

 

Other Character(s)

Ishkode

:

Thomas’s father

Bridget Moore

:

Teacher at Vermilion Lake Indian School

23 years old

Megis

:

Ishkode’s mother

Thomas Mason

:

Animkii

Indian

16 years old

Levi Moore

:

Bridget’s uncle

Superintendent at Vermilion Lake Indian School

Isaiah Moore

:

Bridget’s father

Blacksmith

Maribel Moore

:

Bridget’s mother

Homemaker

Mr. Jones

:

Bridget’s colleague

Joseph Stall

:

Isaiah’s rival

Mr. Jameson

:

Overseer of the school’s living quarters

 

Quote(s)

1.    Besides, looking professional could do nothing to harm her effectiveness in managing the class. Her mother had always told her that one should dress in a manner that was suitable of her position.

2.    She figured that once one completed a first reckless act, it was far easier to carry out the next.

3.    Ishkode shook his head. “No. we will be together. I do not want to be without you.”

 

BOOK JOURNEY

Thoughts

(3)

How?

 

Reading Experience

This story is about a teacher falling in love with a Native. This is rare for me to read such a story. Especially during this period of time.

It’s a shame that it has only a few chapters. This story can be written as a standalone novel. Or even a series. How would they get together and get approval from Bridget’s father? I’d like to know more about that!

Another thing I really like about this story is that it has only mild intimate scene – mild kissing. Glad that Bridget didn’t go overboard especially during a time like this.

 

Question(s)

1.    How are they going to be together?

 

Three Most Important Concepts in This Book

1.    Love is not about age.

2.    Love is not about race.

3.    Love is about compassion and understanding.

 

Suitable For People Who

1.    Please refer to “Tags

 

Reading Start and End Dates

Start

:

04.01.2025

End

:

04.01.2025

 

Total Reading Duration

-

Hours

-

Minutes

 

Reading Timeline [In Chapter(s)]

04.01.2025

:

Prologue

ร 

Epilogue

 

Tags

Fiction; Contemporary; Romance

 

Pace

·       Fast

 

Spiciness

·       ๐ŸŒถ️

 

Rating

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Social Media

Goodreads

Instagram

 

Notes

Reading Experience

·       Plot and Content: The appeal of the storyline, the depth and interest of the content, and the relevance and accuracy of the information presented.

·       Language and Style: The fluidity and beauty of the writing, and whether the author’s style aligns with the reader's preferences and expectations.

·       Characterization and Development: The dimensionality and vividness of the characters, and whether their development feels deep and credible.

·       Pacing and Structure: The appropriateness of the pacing, the coherence of the structure, and whether the plot progresses smoothly.

·       Emotional Resonance: Whether the reader can connect with the emotions, themes, or viewpoints presented in the book.

·       Visual Presentation: The book’s design, including layout, font, illustrations, and cover design, and how these elements enhance the reading experience.

·       Personal Impact: The influence of the book on the reader’s thoughts, emotions, or life experiences.

·       Reading Comfort: The comfort of reading, considering factors like paper quality, book weight, and the reading environment.

 

Pace

·       Fast Pace: The plot progresses rapidly, with frequent events occurring, creating a sense of tension and urgency for the reader. Typically, these books have short paragraphs and chapters, with concise and brisk language, and frequent conflict and suspense. Examples include thrillers or action-adventure novels.

·       Medium Pace: The plot develops at a moderate speed, neither too rushed nor too slow. These books usually feature a balanced progression of story and character development, with a relatively even writing style. Many literary or commercial novels may have this pace.

·       Slow Pace: The plot advances slowly, often focusing on the characters' inner worlds, environmental descriptions, or nuanced emotional portrayals. These books typically have longer paragraphs and chapters, with a more complex writing style and a lot of information. Literary classics or works with intricate psychological depictions often exhibit a slow pace.

 

Spiciness

·       0 No Spiciness

Completely non-romantic and non-suggestive; suitable for all ages.

·       1 Very Mild

Occasional flirtation or light hints; very tame and appropriate for most readers.

·       2 Mild

Some romantic tension or innuendo; suitable for young adult readers but no explicit content.

·       3Moderate

Noticeable romantic or sexual themes; suitable for mature readers with some emotional depth.

·       4 Spicy

Frequent and more explicit romantic or sexual content; intended for adult readers with significant emotional stakes.

·       5 Extremely Spicy

Highly explicit content with detailed sexual scenes or intense emotional drama; strictly for mature audiences.

 

Ratings

·       0.0: Unreadable or offensive.

·       0.5: Extremely poor; frustrating and unenjoyable.

·       1.0: Poorly written with little redeeming quality.

·       1.5: Very weak; minimal positives, mostly disappointing.

·       2.0: Some merits but overall disappointing.

·       2.5: Slightly above disappointing; some redeeming qualities.

·       3.0: Solid but flawed; enjoyable but forgettable.

·       3.5: Good; has engaging moments but still some flaws.

·       4.0: Very good; well worth reading with a few minor issues.

·       4.5: Excellent; impactful and nearly perfect, with just a few minor flaws.

·       5.0: Exceptional; a must-read that stays with you.

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