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Jeffrey.Reads.History📚
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Focused on thoughtful reviews of history & nonfiction, with occasional explorations into fiction. Dedicated to highlighting insightful reads. Book Club https://fable.co/jeffreyreads-497619047474 Find me on Substack https://jeffreyreadsalot.substack.com/
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Here is what I read this month. I had a great reading experience. I read some of my favorite books in the month of Oct.

How about you? How was your reading experience? Did you have a favorite book that captured your interest and attention?

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That’s a great book. My book club read it a few months ago.
Starting Thunderstruck by Erik Larson tonight.

What are you reading?
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Steve Brusatte is probably one of my favorite archeologists and his books are fire. If you like science, and storytelling that can bring that Science to life then check out The Rise and Reign of Mammals.

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The Rise and Reign of Mammals
A book Review
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Working my way through The Art Thief. This is such a great book. It’s captivating.

As usual I am having an Iced Shaken Espresso.

What are you reading and drinking today? Anything special?
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I recently finished Tombstone. Tom Clavin is an author I am going to explore more of his works. Here is an in depth review of Tombstone.

Have you read it before?

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Justice, Legend, and the Wild West
A Review of Tom Clavin's Tombstone
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This is such a great book! I hope you like it
This is definitely one of the best books I have read in 2025. Tombstone is a book about people, a town and a famous shootout. Look for my Substack Article on Tombstone, where I go into more detail. It will be available on Saturday Oct. 25.

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Tombstone Review
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If you are interested in the news coverage of the Louvre, and how it was robbed in broad daylight. Then I have a great books that you could check out.

The Art Thief is about Stephane Brertwieser who stole over 200 pieces of art.

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The Art Thief and The Louvre Robbed
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New Substack Review

I recently finished The River of Doubt by Candice Millard. This is one of the best books I have in 2025. This book has science, history and adventure. It reads like a thriller novel. It’s an absolute gem.

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Into the Heart of the Unknown
Book Review of The River of Doubt by Candice Millard
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This is a new periodical series I am working on. This series is about four books from two authors that I don't see much talked about on #histbookchat. What books do you love you don’t see getting the love on here?

Have you read any of these books?

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4 Books 2 Authors Part 1
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It’s Starbucks Saturday! I am having my iced shaken espresso and a blueberry muffin.

What are you reading today? Drinking anything special?

Today I am starting Atlantic Resolve which is a book I received from the author to review. I have been waiting for this one.
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This week’s History Revisited is based on Conquistador by Buddy Levy which is one of my favorite books. It powerfully reveals how advanced and sophisticated the civilizations that Cortés labeled as “savage” truly were.

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History Revisited: The Myth of Civilization vs. the Savage
How the Conquest Narrative Still Shapes Our Thinking.
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3rd Quarter Recap
Here are my top 5 favorite books from July to Sept.

You can find all of these books at my Bookabaloo Book Club, I do earn a small commission whihc helps to fuel more content like this.
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The House of Lilies is a a history book completely surprises you, when it's not just dates and battles, but a story you can’t put down then I have a great book for you. That's exactly what happened when I picked it up.

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House of Lilies Book Review
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In October, the Double Shots and Historic Plots book club read House of Lilies: The Dynasty that Made Medieval France. This is one of the best books I have read in 2025. This is a great look at the Middle Ages through the French Perspective.

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Book Review: House of Lilies: The Dynasty That Made Medieval France
October pick for the Double Shots and Historic Plots book club on Fable
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If it’s Saturday it’s Starbucks Saturday.
I am reading a great nonfiction western Tombstone. I am also drinking an iced shaken espresso with a side of coffee cake.
What are you reading today? Are you drinking anything special?
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I love pairing nonfiction and fiction books together. Here are three examples that I feel can keep you entertained.

What nonfiction / fiction books would you suggest? Let me know in the comments.

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Nonfiction and Fiction Parings
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This is a lively, behind-the-scenes look at how Sesame Street's creators turned a bold idea into an enduring childhood classic. Did you grow up watching Sesame Street? Have you read this book? Do you find it interesting enough to add it to your TBR?

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Street Gang Book Review
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The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson dives into the crazy, messy months right before the Civil War kicked off. Larson shows how leaders, soldiers, and everyday people were scrambling, making mistakes, and basically sliding into disaster.
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The Demon of Unrest Review
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We'll Be Home Soon Review

This YA graphic novel tells the story of 6 survivors of the Holocaust. This book is a great way to introduce a young person to the Holocaust and World War 2 history.

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We'll Be Home Soon Review
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Here are my October hopefuls. Have you read any of these books?

Books Mentioned:
Atlantic Resolve
Art Thief
The River of Doubt
House of Lilies
Tombstone

Books not mentioned, but I am still reading through:
Moby Dick and Spoon River Anthology
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Oct 2025 Hopefuls
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