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Welcome to the review by The Page Turners, where we dive deep into the world of books and explore the stories that shape our perspectives. Here, we take a closer look at both Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson and Born a Crime by Trevor Noah, two powerful reads that examine change, identity, and resilience.
Who Moved My Cheese? offers insights into how we respond to change, while Born a Crime blends humor with history to showcase the author’s experiences growing up in apartheid South Africa. Our goal is to reflect on the lessons, emotions, and truths these books share, and to encourage thoughtful discussions about their impact.
These reviews are brought to you by The Page Turners group, a passionate team of readers: Elizabeth Barongo, Hewan Mehari, Nebyat Haftay, and Akeza Saloi. Together, we share different viewpoints and experiences to bring richer, more meaningful reflections on every book we explore.
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Born a Crime by Trevor Noah is a memoir filled with humor and heart, detailing his experiences growing up in apartheid and post-apartheid South Africa. With vivid storytelling and a touch of comedy, Noah shares stories about his rebellious childhood, his unbreakable bond with his mother, and the challenges of living in a racially divided society.
“In my world, a woman was the most powerful thing that I knew. Still is.”
“People don’t want to be rich. They want to be able to choose.”
“Life is full of pain. Let the pain sharpen you, but don't hold on to it. Don't be bitter.”
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Who Moved My Cheese by Spencer Johnson is a simple yet powerful story about adapting to change. Through four characters—Sniff, Scurry, Hem, and Haw. It explores how different people react to change, particularly in work and life situations. The book encourages readers to stay alert, embrace change, and move forward rather than resist it.
“What you are afraid of is never as bad as what you imagine!”
“Life moves on and so should we.”
“The quicker you let go of old cheese, the sooner you find new cheese.”
Elizabeth B.
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While traditional roles, such as women taking care of children and men taking the task of financial care are still present there is trends in more flexible expectation...
Hewan M.
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Many modern relationships begin with mutual admiration and equality, yet underlying gender expectations can still shape behavior...
Nebyat H.
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Her story shows us that she wasn’t about following the crowd or doing what everyone else thought was normal...
Saloi A.
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A good example is in nowadays relationships where men
don't want to be asked to give the bare minimum even in courtship like pay bills on dates and still
expect women to respond to their every whim in an instant...
A philosophical novel that tells the story of Santiago, a Spanish shepherd who dreams of finding treasure in Egypt. Along the way, he learns deep life lessons about following one’s dreams, listening to one’s heart, and recognizing the spiritual wisdom in everyday life.
This novel follows Adunni, a young Nigerian girl determined to get an education and find her voice in a society that constantly tries to silence her. Despite facing poverty, child marriage, and domestic servitude, she remains hopeful and resilient in her quest for freedom and self-expression.
A classic self-help book that offers timeless advice on communication, leadership, and relationship-building. Through practical principles and real-life examples, Carnegie teaches readers how to make people like them, handle criticism, and influence others positively.
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