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Based on the provided output, here is a list of the books mentioned:

1. **Perspectives** by Laurent Binet - A historical epistolary detective novel set in Renaissance Italy.
2. **The Loves of My Life** by Edmund White - A memoir that explores queer love and experiences over seven decades.
3. **This Is Not a Game** by Kelly Mullen - A cosy whodunnit set on Mackinac Island in Michigan's Lake Huron.
4. **The Bright Side** by Sumit Paul-Choudhury - A book about optimism, its uses, and its misuses, presented as a serious argument for a particular form of optimism.
5. **The Ghosts Of Rome** by Joseph O'Connor - A wartime thriller set in 1944, following the story of Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty and his fellow conspirators.

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Omg u gotta read these books lol 😂📚 I mean, **Perspectives** by Laurent Binet sounds soooo intriguing 🤔🧐 all about detective work in Renaissance Italy? 🔍💡 that's like the ultimate mystery 🕵️‍♀️ And **The Loves of My Life** by Edmund White is a memoir that's literally all about love ❤️😘 I'm curious to know more about it, gotta give it a read 📖👀
 
I'm so obsessed with historical epistolary detective novels right now 🤯, Laurent Binet's 'Perspectives' is on my radar for sure... I mean who doesn't love a good whodunnit set in Renaissance Italy? 📚🔪 It's like you're transported to another world where the intrigue and mystery are palpable. And have you read any of Edmund White's works before? I've heard great things about 'The Loves of My Life'... it sounds like such a powerful exploration of queer love and experiences over time ⏰💕
 
just read this list and i'm kinda surprised that theres so many good ones out there... personally think 'the loves of my life' sounds super interesting, not seen much books on queer love before, might have to check it out 📚👍
 
just read that new book "The Ghosts Of Rome" by Joseph O'Connor 📚👊 and it's sooo good!! i mean the historical setting is like right in front of you, you can almost smell the smoke from ww2 💥. the story is super engaging too, i love how it weaves together mystery and politics 🤔. if you're a fan of historical thrillers, this one's definitely worth checking out 🔍 10/10 would recommend 👌
 
Omg u gotta check out these new releases 🤯 I'm all about that Renaissance vibes with **Perspectives** by Laurent Binet - who wouldn't wanna read a historical epistolary detective novel set in Italy during the 16th century? 🤓 And have you seen the blurb for **The Ghosts Of Rome**? Wartime thriller, conspiracies, and 1944 - I'm sold! 💥 And what's up with these cozy whodunits?! 🧐 **This Is Not a Game** by Kelly Mullen is giving me all the vibes of a quaint summer read. And can we talk about Edmund White's **The Loves of My Life**? A memoir that explores queer love over seven decades - so inspiring! 💖
 
🤔 I'm telling you, something fishy is going on with these book recommendations... Like, have you noticed how many of them are set in Italy? 🇮🇹 It's almost like the government is trying to brainwash us into thinking we're all just romanticized Renaissance-era history buffs or something. And what's up with the random appearance of Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty? That guy sounds like a real-life Bond villain... I mean, I guess it's cool that he was part of the Resistance and all, but come on, let's not get too caught up in the romance here 😏. And have you read "The Ghosts Of Rome"? I heard it's got some pretty deep connections to the Illuminati or something... I need to look into that further... 👀
 
I'm so over these feel-good novels 🤯. Don't get me wrong, I love a good whodunnit as much as the next person, but can we talk about something more pressing? Like climate change? 🌎 We're still debating whether or not Monsignor O'Flaherty was a hero or just a guy who did what needed doing in a war zone. Meanwhile, books like The Bright Side are just glossing over the systemic issues that lead to pessimism in the first place. I mean, if optimism is going to be used as a tool for control, we need to be critical of it 🤔. We need more books that challenge our assumptions and spark real conversations about how we can create change in this world 📚💪
 
The resurgence of literary fiction is lovely 📚. I mean, who doesn't love getting lost in a good story, right? It's great that authors are exploring different genres and styles. I've been reading **Perspectives** by Laurent Binet and it's really fascinating to see how historical events can be woven into a detective novel. The writing is so atmospheric, you feel like you're walking the streets of Renaissance Italy alongside the protagonist 🌃.

I also appreciated **The Loves of My Life** by Edmund White - his memoir is both intimate and thought-provoking, it's amazing how one person's experiences can shape our understanding of love and identity. And have you seen the cover art for **This Is Not a Game** by Kelly Mullen? It looks like a real page-turner 🧐.

The books I've read so far this year have been really thought-provoking, but it's not just about the stories themselves - it's also about how they make me think about the world in different ways. Like **The Bright Side** by Sumit Paul-Choudhury - his arguments about optimism are so compelling, it's made me re-evaluate my own views on the subject 💡.

All in all, I'm loving this literary scene right now and can't wait to dive into more books 📖.
 
omg u guyz i just no wot! i've been reading thru some new bookz and they r soooo good!!! i just finishd "The Ghosts Of Rome" by Joseph O'Connor its like a thriller n it has alot of twists n turns lol i cant even guess who the bad guy iz yet. i'm also really into "This Is Not A Game" by Kelly Mullen its like a cozy whodunnit on Mackinac Island n it s so peaceful n stuff 🌳💕 u should totes check it out!
 
I'm so down for reading about historical epistolary detective novels 📚🕵️‍♂️, but what I'm really excited about is those books on optimism and queer love - I think we could all use a bit more positivity in our lives 💖. And can you imagine how cool it would be to read a whodunnit set on Mackinac Island? It sounds like the perfect cozy mystery 🏠🧐.
 
just read that they got a new book out by sumit paul-choudhury... gotta say, i'm intrigued 🤔 "the bright side" sounds kinda interesting, but what's with all the focus on optimism? like, we're living in crazy times rn... don't get me wrong, positivity is important and all, but what about when things are just plain messed up? 😐 might be worth a read tho, maybe i'll pick it up 📚
 
I'm thinking we should be reading more books on history 📚👀 especially ones about detectives and conspiracies it's so intriguing 🤔. I mean, have you read **The Ghosts Of Rome**? That Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty is a fascinating character 😎. And what's up with the Renaissance setting in **Perspectives**? It feels like there's some hidden history just waiting to be uncovered 🔍. I'm definitely adding all these books to my reading list 📝 can't wait to dive into them!
 
Just read that the new historical epistolary detective novel by Laurent Binet is getting so much buzz 📚🕵️‍♂️ it's crazy! I mean, who doesn't love a good Renaissance Italy mystery? But what I think is really cool about this one is how it combines history and storytelling in such an innovative way. It's like reading a letter from the past, but with a twist - you're not just learning about historical events, you're also sleuthing alongside the detective 🤔. And that author, Laurent Binet, he's really bringing his A-game, I can tell! The way he weaves together all these different storylines and characters is like a masterclass in storytelling 📝. Definitely adding this one to my reading list ASAP 👉
 
🤔 I mean, what's up with these books? They're all so different, but kinda kinda connected at the same time. The one by Laurent Binet sounds super dense, like reading a bunch of letters that make sense in hindsight only. Meanwhile, Edmund White's memoir is probably way more relatable for people who've been around as long as he has. And don't even get me started on Kelly Mullen's cosy whodunnit - I mean, it's just so... predictable 🙄. But at the same time, Sumit Paul-Choudhury's book on optimism is kinda fascinating because who doesn't love being optimistic? Even if it can be a bit of a slippery slope. And then there's Joseph O'Connor's wartime thriller which is probably way more exciting than any of those other books 📚.
 
omg I'm so hyped for new releases!!! 🤩📚 i mean have u heard of Joseph O'Connor? his last book was insane & now he's got another one? "The Ghosts Of Rome" sounds like a total page-turner to me!! the setting in 1944 is so intriguing, and Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty as a main character? genius! i'm already adding this one to my TBR 📚👍
 
Ugh I'm so over these new book discovery features on my e-reader 🤯💻. Can't they just leave us alone and enjoy our reading experience without throwing in some algorithmic "recommended for you" nonsense? Every time I try to focus on a good story, it's like the thing is trying to hijack my attention with all these "you might also like" suggestions 📚👀. And don't even get me started on how they always seem to steer me towards the most popular books instead of the ones that are actually worth reading 😒. Can't we just have a good old-fashioned book recommendation from a friend or something? 🤷‍♀️
 
Ugh, just read that another major tech company has been fined billions for its role in causing climate change 🌪️💸. I mean, who thought it was a good idea to invest in oil companies when we know the damage they're doing? Anyway, I heard some people are excited about new books coming out, like that one historical detective novel set in Renaissance Italy... like what's so cool about that era again? 🤷‍♂️ Also, did you see that celebrity just announced another environmental project they're backing? Meanwhile, the planet is still melting at an alarming rate... not looking good for future generations 🌎😓
 
What's up with all these new book releases? 🤔 I mean, I'm happy for authors and all, but it feels like every other week there's a new bestseller out. Is that just the way it is now? Can we ever get tired of reading about mysteries or historical events? 📚 And what's up with this 'optimism' thing - is it really that important to be cheerful all the time? I mean, life's not always sunshine and rainbows, right? 😒 Does anyone actually believe in 'The Bright Side'? Shouldn't we have a little bit of nuance in our lives? 🤷‍♀️
 
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