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‘Lockdown’ by Peter May: What it got right and what it got wrong
Back in 2005 Peter May was not an unknown author, having published most of his China thriller series as well as several standalone novels, but he was certainly without the necessary clout for publishers to put into print whatever came…
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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, written by Lewis Carroll (the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson), is a timeless fantasy novel that chronicles the curious and whimsical adventures of a young girl named Alice. The story begins with Alice feeling bored…
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The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak
Summary:The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak is a captivating and deeply spiritual novel that intertwines two parallel stories: one set in the 13th century and the other in the modern day. At its core, the book explores the…
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The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Summary:The Alchemist is a timeless and inspiring novel by Paulo Coelho that tells the story of Santiago, a shepherd boy from Spain who dreams of finding treasure hidden near the Egyptian pyramids. Spurred by a recurring dream and the encouragement…
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Eleven Minutes by Paulo Coelho
Summary:Eleven Minutes by Paulo Coelho is a thought-provoking and daring novel that explores the themes of love, desire, and self-discovery. The story follows Maria, a young woman from a small town in Brazil, who yearns for adventure and a better…
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Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead
Publisher: DoubledayGenre: Historical Fiction / Crime Review:Harlem Shuffle is a captivating blend of historical fiction and heist drama, showcasing Colson Whitehead’s versatility as a storyteller. Set in 1960s Harlem, the novel follows Ray Carney, a furniture salesman with a sideline…
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Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally Rooney
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and GirouxGenre: Literary Fiction Review:Sally Rooney’s Beautiful World, Where Are You reaffirms her reputation as a voice of her generation. The novel follows Alice, a successful writer, and Eileen, her childhood friend, as they navigate their personal…
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The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green
Publisher: Dutton BooksGenre: Nonfiction / Essays Review:John Green’s The Anthropocene Reviewed is an insightful and deeply personal collection of essays that examines the paradoxes of human existence. By rating mundane and extraordinary aspects of life—from sunsets to plague—on a five-star…
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Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
Publisher: KnopfGenre: Science Fiction / Literary Fiction Review:In Klara and the Sun, Kazuo Ishiguro crafts a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of artificial intelligence and the human condition. Klara, the AI protagonist, is an unforgettable narrator whose perceptions of the world…
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The Hill We Climb by Amanda Gorman
Publisher: Viking BooksGenre: Poetry Review:Amanda Gorman’s The Hill We Climb is an extraordinary debut that transcends the boundaries of poetry to become a cultural phenomenon. The titular poem, performed at President Joe Biden’s inauguration, is a stirring and hopeful call…