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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

but bravery of a "random" man and Bilbo's "tip". Proving yet again, Bilbo is the star of the show. Quite an entertaining ride and of course highly recommended for any Fantasy fan out there. (4/4) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Thoroughly enjoyed the flow of the story and I have forgotten that Bilbo was always is and was the star of the show in almost all the instances. Furthermore, it's more of a realistic story where the death of the Dragon was despite the Dwarfs, (3/4)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

As a children's book, this was quite entertaining to read and it was bit foreign of J.R.R. Tolkien to skip over huge details given his reputation of explaining anything and everything in most details. But all of that works out perfectly. (2/4)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 26th April, 2025. This is 3rd, 4th or the 5th time that I am reading The Hobbits and I was excited just like the very first time to read it yet again! Moreover because this is the coveted illustrated edition. (1/4)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

I can't say I recommend this book, as I don't want anyone to be unsettled for this long. But if you're interested in a terrific horror leaning thriller, this is the one for you. (3/3) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Even though the book doesn't rush itself, you will be drenched in the unsettling darkness from the very first chapter. The story reveals itself bit by bit, which is bizarre in so many ways. (2/3)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 31st March, 2025. Slow-burning with a huge focus on the "burning" part. You will eat-up this book in rapid successions, but the whole time reading it will be uneasy for you. (1/3)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 27th March, 2025. ⚠️⚠️ SPOILERS ⚠️⚠️ ⭐ ⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Climate by Whitney Hanson #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 20th March, 2025. This completes reading all the Whitney Hanson books and it was a emotional ride just like Home and Harmony. Absolutely recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

The conclusion gives a semblance of order and little bit of light for both of our characters. And as expected, whole lot of uncertainty as well. I'm not sure if I would recommend this book, even though its a goodread. Even my review is all over the place. (6/6) ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

But it goes without saying that men in her life, including Cornell, did not treat her right. (5/6)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

But do show a certain degree of character development and evolution as a matured human, which you can appreciate. Marianne clearly showcases the roots of her hardships towards the end of the book, and you can more and more understand her decisions. (4/6)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

They might be normal people, I'm not sure. For the first half, there was a inert hatred towards Cornell due to how he treats Marianne. He do explains himself. Yet again falls back to the same pitfalls. (3/6)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Which, as expected, keeps you engaging. My first exposure to Normal People is the TV Series and it was one of my favorites. I remember that I loved the portrayal of real people. But this was a long ago and I don't remember anything about it anymore. The book revolves about two broken people. (2/6)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Normal People by Sally Rooney #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 20th February, 2025. Do I like this characters? That would be too much to unpack. I definitely liked the character development and storytelling. To a certain extend. All the ratings in this books is given to the writing. (1/6)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

PS: I had this whole plan of keeping a paper towel underneath the book for the photoshoot. It floated away in the wind after the first try and the new snow basically swallowed the whole book. 😂 (2.2/2)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

The whole book is about how individual people come to terms with loss and themselves. Which is very engaging to read and embrace. Highly recommended read. (2.1/2) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Blue Sisters by @cocomellors #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 16th February, 2025. A book about family, which reads very close to your heart. The connections, the emotions and the story will keep you interested throughout the book. (1/2)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

I'm falling more and more in love with modern poetry and I want more and more. I'm sure, you will be a fan of this as well! (2/2) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Every Word You Cannot Say by Iain S. Thomas #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 15th February, 2025. It's another one of those books where the print alone made me buy it. While the illustrations and quality of the pages and print is a highlight, the books itself is healing. (1/2)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

You will be intrigued throughout the book, even though the stakes are not that high. I was take a bit aback by the lack of quotations when people are speaking. But got used to it after a while. All in all a highly recommended book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Intermezzo by Sally Rooney #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 2nd February, 2025. This books is full of heart. Two brothers, navigating the months following the passing of their father. Love, and complex relationships. Different perspectives and as I said earlier, a lot of heart. (1/2)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

I can see this becoming a great read for the right person. So, you be the judge. I was conflicted with the rating. The book don't deserve to go to low 3 stars. Not sure if I should give it 4 stars. 3 it is! (4/4) ⭐⭐⭐

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

It did kept me interested for the 400 pages. But it did not made me that much excited to read it. Lot less predictability in the story would have made it much more worth your time. But I feel like half of the issue is that this is not a book for me. (3/4)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Beach Reads was not that. It was a straight up romance novel with an interesting setting. While at the begging it was obvious this is going to be a enemies-to-lovers story, the setting did intrigue me a bit. But of course this is a enemies-to-lover story with a okay back drop. (2/4)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Beach Read by Emily Henry #ChanaBookReviews Finished Reading on 5th January, 2025. I have come to understand that I'm not a huge fan of on your face romance books. While I love romance story-lines, it need to be surrounded by lot more flesh. (1/4)

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

I forgot that this thread exists! Let me spam you will all the reviews since the last update!

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 04/05/2025

Tried to go and read at my Indie Bookstore so I can finish my current read. But ended up coming back home as the whole town is there due to wet weather and there's no space to read. Back to my bed to finish this up.

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 02/05/2025

Just got this 800+ page behemoth of a book with a high quality print for $20 MSRP at my independent bookstore. At the same time, Amazon is selling the same at little over $7 and there's no way they are doing this at a profit, but only to kill off all the local bookstores. Such a disgusting predator!

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 01/05/2025

TikTok algorithm is next level. I deleted my account back in January and then created a new one yesterday. By now the whole algorithm is exactly like my old account. Same vibe!

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 30/04/2025

I hate it when Goodreads send an email saying "You didn't win the giveaway. But you can still buy the book". Mate, I can buy anything. You don't have to tell me.

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 26/04/2025

Thoroughly enjoyed Carmen the Opera last night. So here I am listening to this today morning. What a performance 🔥

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HAUSER and Aida Garifullina - Habanera (Carmen) LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall

YouTube video by HAUSER

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 25/04/2025

One of the reasons I deleted Twitter. It's fucking frustrating to go though comments on any post about The Last of Us 🤢

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 25/04/2025

In short, women just can't win!

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 19/04/2025

Publishers who put dust covers on Children's Books has never met a child!

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 14/04/2025

I got this Spam mail in my Junk Folder today and it's quite impressive that they used the actual CNBC article claiming Jeff Bezos will donate some of his wealth to charity as the proof for the scam! 😂

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 14/04/2025

ඔබ සැමට කිරියෙන් පැණියෙන් ඉතිරෙන සුබම සුබ අලුත් අවුරුද්දක් වේවා 🌞

Selfie of 8 people infront of a New Year Food Table.

New Year good table with Milk Rice and 7 other sweets

Snap from a Video Call with different family members

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 12/04/2025

Into the third hour of coding on the Macbook Pro M4 Pro and battery is at 91%. This is the best decision I have made!

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 09/04/2025

Reddit keep suggesting me posts from r/PovertyFinance :(

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 27/03/2025

Their voice ❤️ I can't wait to go to a live show some day. Can't believe I missed the chance in 2023!

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Sam Smith: Tiny Desk Concert

YouTube video by NPR Music

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 22/03/2025

Then there is Harry Potter "Additional Scene" version from Peacock TV where the new scenes are edited in like a 12 year old did it. No flow continuity. No sense whatsoever. Just for the sake of saying "Come to our platform to see a bit longer version" 🤦

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 22/03/2025

Lord of the Rings made and extended edition, which is masterful and currently considered the only version to watch!

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Shiv Ramdas Mens Rice Activist @nameshiv.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

joke's on you, I actually came to the US looking for a worse life

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 21/03/2025

Every few minutes I was muttering to my self "Of course this why this is the greatest cinematic masterpiece!"

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Chanaka Hettige @cha-naka.github.io · 17/03/2025

Finished watching #LOTR Fellowship of the Ring (Extended Edition of course) for the umpteenth time just now. Still makes me cry like a baby for most of the runtime!

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