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The Man with the Golden Gun by Ian Fleming

In Ian Fleming’s final James Bond novel, The Man with the Golden Gun, the legendary 007 emerges from a presumed death, brainwashed by the Soviets and tasked with assassinating his own boss, M.

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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Dive into the mind-bending world of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment! This epic novel takes you on a wild ride through the dark underbelly of 19th-century St. Petersburg.

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You Only Live Twice by Ian Fleming

In Ian Fleming’s You Only Live Twice, the twelfth book in the James Bond series, Bond is a broken man, dealing with personal tragedy and a failing career.

Hiking

Westerbork Path part 24

Hiked 15.0 kilometres from Koekange to Hoogeveen.

Hiking

Westerbork Path part 23

Hiked 14.1 kilometres from Meppel to Koekange.

Christianity

The Holy Bible - Job

Dive into the heart-wrenching world of Job, a righteous man whose life is shattered by unimaginable suffering. Wealth, health, and family all vanish, leaving him to grapple with the profound question of why the innocent endure such pain.

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On Her Majesty's Secret Service by Ian Fleming

In Ian Fleming’s eleventh James Bond novel, 007 goes on a mission that’s both personal and dangerous. He’s got to find Ernst Stavro Blofeld, the mastermind behind SPECTRE, in his Alpine hideout.

Christianity

The Holy Bible - Esther

Have you ever heard of the Book of Esther? It’s a super cool story about a Jewish girl named Esther who becomes queen in the Persian Empire.

Hiking

Lange Duinen

Hiked 23.1 kilometres from Amersfoort to Hollandsche Rading.

Christianity

The Holy Bible - Nehemiah

The Book of Nehemiah is a powerful narrative of restoration and leadership, detailing the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls and the spiritual renewal of God’s people after the Babylonian exile.

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The Spy Who Loved Me by Ian Fleming

In Ian Fleming’s The Spy Who Loved Me, the tenth book in the James Bond series, the story takes an interesting turn. It’s told from the perspective of Vivienne Michel, a young woman in a dangerous situation at a remote motel in the Adirondacks.

Christianity

The Holy Bible - Ezra

The Book of Ezra is a stirring account of God’s faithfulness in restoring His people after the Babylonian exile. It chronicles the return of the Jews to Jerusalem, the rebuilding of the temple, and the renewal of their covenant with God.

Monthly Updates

Monthly update #0420 • April 2025

Monthly update 420 • April 2025 • 2025-04-01 - 2025-04-30

    Hiking

    Westerbork Path part 22

    Hiked 7.9 kilometres from Staphorst to Meppel.

    Hiking

    Westerbork Path part 21

    Hiked 15.2 kilometres from Lichtmis to Staphorst.

    Christianity

    The Holy Bible - Second Chronicles

    Second Chronicles continues the sacred narrative from First Chronicles, focusing on the reigns of Judah’s kings, from Solomon to the Babylonian exile. Written to inspire the post-exilic community, it highlights God’s covenant faithfulness and the centrality of the temple in worship.

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    Thunderball by Ian Fleming

    In Ian Fleming’s thrilling adventure, James Bond, the legendary spy, finds himself in a heart-pounding mission to stop SPECTRE, a notorious criminal organisation led by the ruthless Ernst Stavro Blofeld.

    Hiking

    Westerbork Path part 20

    Hiked 21.3 kilometres from Zwolle to Lichtmis.

    Christianity

    The Holy Bible - First Chronicles

    First Chronicles is a sacred recounting of Israel’s history, focusing on the lineage of God’s people and the reign of King David.

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    For Your Eyes Only by Ian Fleming

    In Ian Fleming’s eighth James Bond book, For Your Eyes Only, 007 embarks on a thrilling adventure through five short stories that showcase his incredible spy skills.

    Hiking

    Westerbork Path part 19

    Hiked 8.0 kilometres from Hattem to Zwolle.

    Hiking

    Westerbork Path part 18

    Hiked 8.7 kilometres from Wezep to Hattem.

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    Goldfinger by Ian Fleming

    In Ian Fleming’s Goldfinger, the seventh James Bond book, Bond faces off against the super-cunning and flashy Auric Goldfinger. Goldfinger is a tycoon obsessed with gold and has a crazy plan to rob Fort Knox.

    Christianity

    The Holy Bible - Second Kings

    Second Kings picks up where First Kings leaves off, diving deeper into the turbulent history of Israel and Judah’s monarchies. It’s a gripping saga of faithfulness and failure, showcasing God’s unwavering commitment to His covenant despite human rebellion.

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    Dr No by Ian Fleming

    In Ian Fleming’s Dr. No, the sixth book in the James Bond series, 007 is sent to Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of a British agent and his secretary.