Song of Silver, Flame Like Night ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars In a fallen kingdom, Lan lives and works at a teahouse, performing as a song girl for the Elantian colonisers. Every free moment she devotes to the investigation of a strange mark left on her skin by her mother on the day theContinue reading “Song of Silver, Flame Like Night”
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Non-fiction: Why the Museum Matters
Why the Museum Matters ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 out of 5 stars This non-fiction title presents a fascinating story of the universal art museum and its role in modern society. Weiss guides his readers through the history of museums, from ancient collectors to the first institutions in Rome and London to more contemporary issues. He speaks aboutContinue reading “Non-fiction: Why the Museum Matters”
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5out of 5 stars In 1714 France, a young woman runs away when her family tries to force her into an unwanted marriage. She values her freedom too much to abandon it for a man she does not love. Desperate, she cries for help from the old gods,Continue reading “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue”
Mini Review: The Shadow of Perseus
The Shadow of Perseus ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 out of 5 stars This captivating Greek myth retelling takes us on a journey following the path of Perseus, as seen by the women around him. First, his mother, Danae, cut off from the world because of a prophecy that might never come true. Then Medusa, a Gorgon, aContinue reading “Mini Review: The Shadow of Perseus”
Maame
Maame ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars Maddie is overwhelmed by her life. Her job is unrewarding, her boss is horrible, she is the only Black person around and, on top of that, her family left her alone to care for her father, who has Parkinson’s disease. When her mother arrives from Ghana, after aContinue reading “Maame”
The Last Tale of the Flower Bride
The Last Tale of the Flower Bride ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 out of 5 stars When the narrator arranges a meeting with the owner of the old grimoire, he does not expect to meet his future wife. Indigo Maxwell-Castenada is breathtakingly beautiful and shares his attraction, but requests him not to pry into her past. Soon, Indigo’sContinue reading “The Last Tale of the Flower Bride”
Reviving the Classics: Ruth
Ruth ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 out of 5 stars Young and beautiful, Ruth Hiton is working as a seamstress in a fashionable shop. When her employer sends her to a ball to mend tears in the dresses of high society ladies, she meets a young gentleman Henry Bellingham. Soon, she succumbs to his charm, just to beContinue reading “Reviving the Classics: Ruth”
Wildblood
Wildboold ⭐⭐⭐ 3 out of 5 stars When a wealthy customer Thorn approached Exotic Lands Touring Company requesting an expedition to explore the untouched gold supply hidden deep in the jungle, the manager assembled the best possible team. Unfortunately, Victoria chose that moment to ask for her overdue promotion. As the most powerful Wildblood, sheContinue reading “Wildblood”
Are You Happy Now
Are You Happy Now ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 out of 5 stars At a New York City wedding, one of the guests suddenly sits down on the floor and refuses to stand back up. Soon, it became a worldwide phenomenon. Nobody understands if this is a choice, a sickness or another strange epidemy. Among the chaos, Yum,Continue reading “Are You Happy Now”
The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida
The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars In 1990 Colombo, Maali Almeida finds himself stuck between life and the afterlife. He is given seven moons, the equivalent of night and day, to complete the bureaucracy and medical checks necessary for moving on. While exploring the endless series of offices andContinue reading “The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida”