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Tak ada rehatnya” “Tak ada rehat. Mati barula

Tak ada rehatnya”

“Tak ada rehat. Mati barulah rehat”

Kisah wartawan dihumban ke penjara oleh British pasca penjajahan Jepun atas tuduhan menghasut pemikiran rakyat membenci kolonial.

Alfatihah buat pejuang negara- yang diceritakan dalam buku teks, atau hilang dari sejarah.

Terima kasih @bukufixi RETRO menerbitkan semula karya penting ini!

#fixiretro #temboktidaktinggi

Alhamdulillah, 2 tahun hiatus, kali ini saya come

Alhamdulillah, 2 tahun hiatus, kali ini saya come back dengan sebuah buku baru bersama @imanpublication !

Jun 2024, saya terima DM daripada editor @fakhradzi , “Iman nak menulis buku dengan IMAN tak?”

Saya jawab, “Ya!”

Lahirlah buku Jangan Ganggu Lepas Waktu Kerja, Boleh?

Buku ini ditulis bersama Dr @dralizialias , pakar psikologi organisasi.

“Adakah hidup ini hanya tentang kerja semata-mata?”

“Kenapa kerja tak habis-habis?”

“Kenapa kita boleh burn-out walaupun kita suka kerja tu?”

Ini adalah persoalan yang kami berdua cuba jawab di dalam buku ini.

✅Tentang work-life balance, wujud atau tidak?
✅Tentang mengurus kerjaya supaya hidup tak terasa sia-sia.
✅Tentang membina boundary antara hidup dan kerja

Sebagai anak muda yang baru 3 tahun bekerja, saya banyak berkongsi tentang realiti vs fantasi menjadi dewasa yang bekerjaya.

Buku ini ditulis dengan hasrat: kita tahu cara membina batas antara hidup dan kerja.

Kerana sebelum seorang pekerja, kita terlebih dahulu adalah seorang manusia.

Buku ini mengajar pembaca bahawa kejayaan di tempat kerja perlu seimbang dengan kesejahteraan diri.

Jangan Ganggu Lepas Waktu Kerja boleh dibeli di @mphbookstoresofficial, @popularmalaysia, @kinokuniyamalaysia dan juga di laman web @imanshoppe.official

Selamat membaca. Dan kalau dah baca, taglah @dralizialias dan saya! 🙌🏻

#JanganGangguLepasWaktuKerjaBoleh #boundary #worklifebalance

Olga Tokarczuk’s The Empusium unfolds in the ble

Olga Tokarczuk’s The Empusium unfolds in the bleak backdrop of a sanitarium on the cusp of World War I, delving deep into the darkest recesses of human thought and society’s underbelly.

In September 1913, Mieczysław, a tuberculosis-afflicted student, seeks refuge at Wilhelm Opitz’s Guesthouse for Gentlemen, nestled in what is now western Poland.

Here, amidst daily rituals of hallucinogenic liqueur consumption and fervent debates on war, politics, and gender, the residents grapple with existential questions and simmering tensions.

Yet, as unsettling events unfurl in the nearby highlands, a palpable unease grips the guesthouse’s inhabitants—a sense that malevolent forces are encroaching upon their sanctuary.

Tokarczuk weaves a tapestry of horror, comedy, folklore, and feminist discourse in The Empusium.

The narrative’s blend of mystery and psychological depth draws readers into Mieczysław’s quest for self-discovery amid a gathering storm of supernatural menace and societal upheaval.

While Tokarczuk’s prose is undeniably rich and her storytelling masterful, the novel’s ambitious scope occasionally overwhelms, leaving some threads of the plot less explored than desired.

Nevertheless, the overarching atmosphere of dread and philosophical inquiry resonates powerfully, challenging readers to confront the complexities of human nature and the precariousness of societal order.

The Empusium stands as a testament to Tokarczuk’s prowess in crafting narratives that probe the depths of human consciousness while unraveling the mysteries that lurk beneath our most cherished ideologies.

It’s a compelling read that melds literary fiction with elements of the supernatural, inviting readers to ponder the blurred lines between reality and the unseen forces that shape our destinies.

Thank you to @putrifariza and @times.reads for this gifted review copy!

#bookstagrammalaysia #theempusium

Erika Cass has a perfect family—until the night

Erika Cass has a perfect family—until the night two detectives arrive at her door, upending her peaceful life.

A high school girl from her quiet suburban neighborhood has vanished, and her son Liam, the last person to see the girl alive, becomes the prime suspect.

As the investigation intensifies, Erika begins to question everything she thought she knew about her son, including the unsettling darkness she had long suspected.

Freida McFadden’s The Perfect Son is a tense psychological thriller that explores the limits of maternal love and the lengths a mother will go to protect her child.

Erika is caught between the overwhelming desire to believe in her son’s innocence and the mounting evidence that points to something far more disturbing.

McFadden masterfully builds suspense, leaving readers questioning every character’s motives and actions, especially as the plot twists and turns toward an inevitable reckoning.

While the story grips you with its dark family secrets and sharp pacing, I have to admit that I anticipated the big reveal fairly early on.

The clues were a little too telling, making the mystery feel predictable for me, though this didn’t detract too much from the overall tension of the novel.

The psychological depth of Erika’s internal conflict—her fear, guilt, and desperation—still kept me invested until the final page.

In the end, The Perfect Son delivers an engaging and suspenseful read.

It’s a story about trust, fear, and how far one will go to protect the ones they love, even when faced with the most terrifying possibilities.

Thanks to @putrifariza and @times.reads for this review copy!

#ThePerfectSon #malaysiamembaca #bookstagrammalaysia

Talking to Strangers by Fiona Barton is a gripping

Talking to Strangers by Fiona Barton is a gripping, character-driven mystery that pulls you into a small town shaken by a brutal murder.

Detective Elise King finds herself at odds with not just the case, but also with an ambitious reporter, Kiki Nunn, whose aggressive attempts to get the story create tension at every turn.

The murder of Karen Simmons, a woman heavily active on dating apps, sets off a wave of suspicion in the town.

Barton deftly explores how the community reacts—some blame the victim, while others rise in protest against the violence women face. This adds a layer of social commentary, giving the novel depth beyond just a “whodunit.”

The clash between Elise and Kiki is central to the tension. Kiki’s relentless drive to get the scoop, despite being a single mother in a tough profession, pits her directly against Elise’s methodical approach to justice.

Their conflict fuels the narrative as the mystery unfolds, keeping the reader hooked on both the investigation and their personal stakes.

Barton excels at weaving complex characters and timely issues into a thrilling plot. The dynamics between the town’s residents, the suspicion surrounding online dating, and the relentless pursuit of the truth make Talking to Strangers a compelling read.

Thanks to @putrifariza and @times.reads for this review copy!

If you enjoy twisty mysteries that reflect on contemporary social issues, this book will leave you thinking long after the final page.

#TalkingToStrangers #crimethriller #bookstagrammalaysia #malaysiamembaca

Big thanks to @times.reads and @putrifariza for th

Big thanks to @times.reads and @putrifariza for this chilling bookmail!

My October reads are all about spine-tingling thrills and ghostly chills.

#TimesReads #bookmail #malaysiamembaca

Buku-buku yang saya beli di IMAN Warehouse Sale 📚

Ada kombo 3 buku RM 10 ✅
Ada diskaun 40% ✅

Dengar cerita hari ini hari terakhir!

#imanwarehousesale #imanpublication #bookstagrammalaysia #malaysiamembaca

Mina’s Matchbox by Yoko Ogawa is a heartwarming

Mina’s Matchbox by Yoko Ogawa is a heartwarming tale that transported me right back to the nostalgic feeling I had reading Totto-chan.

The novel is filled with the wonder of childhood, told through the eyes of twelve-year-old Tomoko, who embarks on an unforgettable journey to live with her enigmatic aunt’s family in the coastal town of Ashiya in 1972. There’s something so comforting about seeing the world through a child’s perspective, and Ogawa captures that feeling beautifully.

The story unfolds in the grand mansion where Tomoko’s aunt lives with her German husband and her cousin Mina, an imaginative and asthmatic girl who quickly becomes Tomoko’s closest companion.

Ogawa paints their days of secret crushes, zoo visits, and elaborate storytelling with a sense of warmth and wonder that makes you wish you could peek into such an eccentric family yourself.

But beneath the magic of their days, there are cracks that even Tomoko can’t quite piece together—her aunt’s unhappiness, her uncle’s mysterious absences, and the lingering shadows of her grandmother’s wartime experiences.

Ogawa captures these complexities subtly, balancing the sweetness of childhood curiosity with the bittersweet realization that the adults in our lives often carry burdens we don’t yet understand.

The two most memorable things from this novel are, of course, the matchbox that gives the book its title and the adorable pygmy hippo, Pochinko, who lives in the family’s old zoo.

Thank you @putrifariza and @times.reads for this beautiful and melancholic review copy ❤️

Mina’s Matchbox is a beautiful depiction of fleeting youth, the magic of friendship, and the complicated dynamics that run through families. It’s an elegant, bittersweet story—a lovely snapshot of a moment that stays with you long after the book is closed.

#minasmatchbox #bookstagrammalaysia #malaysiamembaca

Dead-End Memories is a gentle and introspective co

Dead-End Memories is a gentle and introspective collection of five stories that center on women recovering from life’s sudden heartbreaks and tragedies.

In each story, Banana Yoshimoto captures the quiet resilience and inner strength of her characters as they navigate their personal losses, betrayals, and moments of despair.

From a woman betrayed by her fiancé, who seeks solace in an apartment above her uncle's bar, to a restaurant owner's daughter who encounters the lingering ghosts of a sweet elderly couple, Yoshimoto’s stories are filled with themes of healing, quiet miracles, and self-reflection.

Yoshimoto’s signature prose—simple, yet deeply poignant—reminds us that happiness is often found in the smallest moments, like sharing a meal with someone or quietly reflecting on our lives.

Each story feels like a soft whisper, urging readers to slow down and appreciate the beauty of life, even amidst its challenges.

Thank you to @putrifariza and @times.reads for this review copy!

For fans of Yoshimoto’s work, Dead-End Memories offers a delicate exploration of the emotional complexity that comes with loss and recovery, wrapped in the soothing simplicity of her writing.

A truly moving collection for those who seek gentle reminders of hope in the face of adversity.

#deadendmemories #bananayoshimoto #bookstagrammalaysia #malaysiamembaca

In The Exchange, John Grisham brings back Mitch an

In The Exchange, John Grisham brings back Mitch and Abby McDeere, 15 years after they fled the country to expose the corruption of Bendini, Lambert & Locke in The Firm.

Now settled in Manhattan, Mitch is a partner at a prestigious global law firm, and life seems stable for the couple.

However, everything changes when Mitch is called upon by his mentor in Rome for a favor that quickly spirals into a high-stakes situation.

Mitch soon finds himself in the middle of an international kidnapping plot with powerful adversaries, making him race across the globe to recover ransom funds and save lives.

Unlike the relentless drama and tension that defined The Firm, The Exchange takes a different direction, focusing more on international intrigue and corporate negotiations.

While there are moments of suspense, the narrative can feel a bit too procedural, as much of the plot is centered on Mitch’s globe-trotting, which at times makes the reader feel exhausted rather than thrilled.

Though The Exchange offers some nostalgic moments for fans of The Firm, it doesn’t quite hit the same high notes.

The stakes are high, but the pacing and tension don’t quite measure up. Nevertheless, it’s still an enjoyable read for Grisham fans curious about what happened to Mitch and Abby.

Thank you @putrifariza and @times.reads for this review copy!

#TheExchange #JohnGrisham #bookstagrammalaysia #malaysiamembaca

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