Fiction

Unveiling the Enchanting Romance: "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros
In a world where magic and love intertwine seamlessly, "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros stands as a literary masterpiece that beckons readers to embark on an extraordinary journey filled with romance, mystery, and the allure of the unknown. As the first installment of "The Empyrean" series, this enchanting fantasy novel not only ignites the imagination but also delves deep into the intricate tapestry of human emotions. Join us as we delve into the captivating realm of the Empyrean, where love's enchantment takes flight amidst the backdrop of mythical wonder and heart-stirring characters.
By Jaslynn2 years ago in BookClub
Igniting the Flames of Knowledge: My Journey with Fahrenheit 451
In the tender years of middle school, I found solace in the labyrinths of words. To me, books were bridges to fantastical worlds or enlightening realms. It was during this pivotal phase that I stumbled upon Ray Bradbury's magnum opus, "Fahrenheit 451". Many of my peers grumbled about another assigned reading, but this one captivated me. While I already cherished literature, this masterpiece confronted me with a haunting dystopia, challenging me to reevaluate the role of books in our lives and society.
By M Dannenfelser2 years ago in BookClub
The Worst of Us
My evaluation of a book that changed me led to this conclusion: it was two books. And the books are about the same thing...sort of. There is a singular period of time that must be learned in every history class. That is WW2 and the Holocaust. These two books are about that time.
By Bugsy Watts2 years ago in BookClub
Book Club: The Two Princesses of Bamarre
Princess Meryl is bold and fearless, and Princess Adelina (Addie) is timid and cowardly. All their lives, Meryl has been the adventurer and protector and Addie has been content to support and admire her sister from her shadow. When the Gray Death, a fatal illness plaguing the kingdom of Bamarre, comes for Meryl, Addie needs to step up to the plate and seek the cure.
By Rebekah Conard2 years ago in BookClub
Unveiling the Heartfelt Saga: "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas
Entering into a world where vengeance burns brighter than the sun, where the thirst for justice propels an odyssey of intrigue and redemption. "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas isn't just a novel—it's an emotional whirlwind that sweeps readers into a realm of passion, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of retribution. Join me as we venture into this timeless masterpiece, where every page is an invitation to explore the depths of human emotion and the enduring allure of a story that resonates across generations.
By Jaslynn2 years ago in BookClub
George Orwell's 1984
The life and times in Oceania were unsustainable and yet, the people complied out of fear of the unknown. The rats' phobia wasn't the only thing that terrified Winston, but it was the most feared.
By Rene Volpi 2 years ago in BookClub
My Literary Doppelganger
Books have been an important part of my life since I can remember. As a child with a disability, I had a fairly isolated upbringing, so I found the companionship I lacked in works of fiction. As such, the list of books that have influenced me is a long one!
By Morgan Rhianna Bland2 years ago in BookClub
Atlas Shrugged
When I was in high school, I was in no way interested in politics. I just wanted to trust that the public would vote the right people into power and the government would do what was in our best interest. That’s what they taught us in class, right? How bills become laws and those laws are passed to protect us citizens and make society better as a whole.
By Bethany G2 years ago in BookClub
My Love of Magic
Harry Potter. How to start? I was first introduced to the Wizarding World during Primary school. I can’t remember how old, but I remember reading the series slowly through the years (because it wasn’t my assigned book, so I always had to read the school book first before I could read my own).
By Maddy Haywood2 years ago in BookClub
The Boy Who Lived
I first encountered the world of Harry Potter by eavesdropping on a friend reading the first book to her young daughter. My friend was a good narrator, and her daughter was clearly enthralled. I too got caught up in the overheard snippet of story about a resilient hero, the orphan hailed as "the Boy Who Lived."
By Sonia Heidi Unruh2 years ago in BookClub
Midnight Transformations
Before reading The Midnight Library as part of Brandy Clark's book club, I spent quite a bit of time thinking about regret. Both the concept of regrets and the specific instances themselves plagued my mind regularly. Like I'm sure many of us do, as time travel is such a prevalent ideal in our culture, I sometimes think about the top moments or actions I would go back and change if given the chance. The funny thing people don't realize is that we are constantly time traveling, and maybe that's the problem. We're always rapidly moving forward, into the future, whether we like it or not, while simultaneously traveling to the past in our minds while visiting memories, sometimes we even become stuck there. Either direction one goes, too far in the future or the past, the outcome is essentially the same: time spent not being present in the current moment. In other words: time we'll never get back spent not living our lives.
By Hailey Marchand-Nazzaro2 years ago in BookClub
Dune is Not About Oil
The prompt for the Book Club challenge is funny because it was David Lynch’s 1984 adaptation that introduced me to Dune. Dune was one of my favorite movies as a kid. It was one of my top picks at the library, besides all the Star Trek and Universal monster movies I could get my hands on. My love for the Dune universe grew in the 90s, with the books from Brian Herbert. Despite this, I would not read the first novel until 2017. Why, I am unsure. Since then I have dove as deep into the Dune universe as I can. I still have not finished the original series, due to a combination of work and school. Well, also after acquiring a copy of the encyclopedia, I decided I wanted to have the time to sit and read the series with that as my companion. Because if Dune does nothing else, it raises a lot of questions for the reader. Both in and out of the universe.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in BookClub