Review
Six crimson cranes: a bookreview
Let's give it a recap in ten sentences or less: Princess Shiori has forbidden magic running in her veins. On the day of her bethrotal, Shiori discovers that her stepmother Raikama is a demon/witch. In fear of her secret cominc out, Raikama banishes Shiori and her six brothers with a curse. The brothers change by daylight in crimson cranes and Shiori isn't able to speak. One word and one of her brothers would die. (And that were just five sentences, woohoo!).
By Ewout Stouffs2 years ago in BookClub
The Lonely Statement of Brian Moore
What is forgiveness? What could you forgive? I have just read Brian Moore's “The Statement”. I had no intention of writing this review, but the book has not allowed me to set it aside and think of the next one on my list. I am, instead, considering the two questions at the beginning of this piece.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in BookClub
Mastering the Art of Deduction: This Can Make You Approach Problems like Hercule Poirot
Hercule Poirot, the renowned detective created by Agatha Christie, stands as a paragon of deductive reasoning in literature. His unparalleled ability to untangle the most convoluted mysteries through logical analysis and acute observation has captivated audiences for generations. Let's delve into the intricate world of Poirot's deductive prowess, exploring the facets that make him an emblem of astute detective work.
By Adrian Wordsmith2 years ago in BookClub
Review of 'Lore Olympus: Volume Four'
Witness what the gods do after dark in the fourth volume of a stylish and contemporary reimagining of one of the best-known stories in Greek mythology, featuring a brand-new, exclusive short story from creator Rachel Smythe. The rumor mill of Olympus is constantly churning, but Persephone and Hades are all anyone can talk about. With the constant gossip creating intense pressure on the pair, they decide to slow down their budding romance and focus on sorting out their own issues first. But that’s easier said than done. Hades struggles to find support in his personal life, with Zeus trivializing his feelings and Minthe resorting to abusive patterns in their relationship. And while Hades tries to create healthier boundaries where he can—like finally putting a stop to his sporadic, revenge-fueled hookups with Hera—he still feels lonely and adrift. Persephone feels equally ostracized as her classmates shun her for her connection to Hades, and she can find no refuge at home, with Apollo constantly dropping by unannounced and pushing his unwelcome advances. And on top of it all, the wrathful god of war, Ares, has returned to Olympus to dredge up his sordid history with the goddess of spring, threatening to surface Persephone’s dark and mysterious past and ruin her tenuous position in the land of the gods. Despite agreeing to take it slow, Persephone and Hades find themselves inextricably drawn toward each other once more amid the chaos. The pull of fate cannot be denied. This edition of Rachel Smythe’s original Eisner-winning webcomic Lore Olympus features exclusive behind-the-scenes content and brings the Greek pantheon into the modern age in a sharply perceptive and romantic graphic novel. This volume collects episodes 76–102 of the #1 WEBTOON comic Lore Olympus.
By Cyn's Workshop2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Corset by Laura Purcell
Imagine that you could inflict pain on your enemies without having any actual contact with them; imagine that you could imbue items with a supernatural power which would make them itch or fester or shrink; imagine if this was possible and that you could do this without it being traced back to you.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Normal People
As I started to read this book, I didn’t know what to expect. I was only looking for something easy to read during my free time. To be honest, I am currently in one of those phases in life when my patience and attention span don’t last very long. Therefore, I wasn’t sure if I would abandon the book within the first chapter, thinking it might be just another silly millennial love story with nothing new, or if I would find it interesting enough to make it to the end.
By Life is a labyrinth2 years ago in BookClub
The Sex Lives Of African Women by Nana Darkoa Sekiyamah.
The Sex Lives Of African Women is a book I’ve been meaning to pick up for a very long time, I can’t lie, I was holding out a bit to see if I could somehow get the US cover but that is patience I do not have!
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in BookClub
The Enchanted Necklace (1)
Emily woods, an ordinary young woman, stumbles upon a mysterious necklace in her grandmother's attic. Unbeknownst to her, this necklace holds a magical secret—it has the power to reveal the desires of the heart. As Emily wears the necklace, she becomes entangled in a web of love, mystery, and destiny, uncovering a tale that spans generations and blurs the lines between reality and enchantment.
By Grace George2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: To review or not to review? . Top Story - November 2023.
It's been a strange week for this writer for many reasons, most of them requiring me to draw on emotional reserves that, for the most part, remain slumbering deep in my inner recesses, never needed in the charmed life I lead.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Cows [Don't Follow The Herd] by Dawn O'Porter
The Cows is a book that surprises. Dawn O'Porter takes our perception of what women should be in terms of traditional views and messes with it, presenting us with a truer, more 21st century vision. I found it challenging in terms of its direction and what it highlights, not its content, and darkly humorous.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Pretty Woman
Pretty Woman is an old 1990 film starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. The movie is actually a very cliche modern "Cinderella" Hollywood love story. Heroine Vivian is a street girl, one night on the street encounter lost rich Edward. Vivian led Edward to the hotel where he was, and was hired by Edward as a "companion girl". After a while, the two of them had a spark, but they both knew they could only be on the spot.
By taylor jane2 years ago in BookClub
