Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner opens unexpectedly: a philosophical detour into why Neanderthals were prone to depression and possibly the first to smoke. Weird? Yes. But it works, pulling you into a world where big ideas drive the action. It …
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Book Review: Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa has taken the world by storm thanks to a recent English translation by Eric Ozawa. There’s something about this reflective and calming book that represents everything I love about Japanese fiction.
Book Review: A Month in The Country by J.L.Carr
Next time you have an afternoon or, better yet, a day that stretches before you tempting you to read a book in one sitting, pick up “A Month in The Country” by J.L. Carr. You’ll be glad you did.
10 Best Georgette Heyer Books For Lovers Of Regency Romance
Georgette Heyer is one of the most beloved historical romance novelists of all time. She wrote over fifty novels in her lifetime, many of which have become timeless classics and still have a devoted fanbase today. But what are the 10 best Georgette Heyer books?
10 Best Books Set in Ireland That Will Inspire You
Ireland is full of stories. It is a place full of myths and legends, both ancient and modern. Naturally, that can make narrowing down the best books set in Ireland quite hard! But no fear! Whilst the cannon of Irish …
Book Review: The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is an important book. One deserving of the amazing hype its been getting online. It’s a fresh, current examination of the Black Lives Matter movements and what it feels like to be a black …