Book Reviews
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Yellowface review: Incredibly relevant and absurdly addicting
If you haven’t heard of R.F. Kuang’s latest novel Yellowface, then what rock have you been living under? Kuang’s fifth novel has taken the book publishing world by storm, which is fitting since Yellowface is a scathing satire on the current publishing industry. Continue reading
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The Anthropocene Reviewed: A love letter to being human
How would you rate your experience on planet Earth, from 1 to 5? John Green’s first non-fiction work consists of 44 bite-sized essays on a variety of human-centered topics, with humor, heart, and sincerity that makes this a joy to read. Continue reading
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Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow review
Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin was published in 2022 and earned the title of “Best Book of the Year“ from numerous publications. I finally managed to get a copy from the library and I can confidently say that the hype is well-deserved. Continue reading
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Exalted review: astrology and other vices
Exalted highlights the vices we cling to and the lengths we will go to belong, all with an electrifying twist. Continue reading
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If you are a perfectionist, you need to read this book
If you are or have every identified as a “recovering perfectionist,“ then you need to run, not walk, to your nearest bookstore or library to pick up a copy of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler. Continue reading
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The Book of Living Secrets review: a YA novel with a gothic horror twist
The Book of Living Secrets has an amazing premise, but a lackluster execution. Continue reading
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Every Heart a Doorway review: a dark fantasy masterpiece
How did Alice cope with reality after she escaped Wonderland? Continue reading
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Atomic Habits review: the only self-help book you will ever need
Atomic Habits is a book you have probably heard been hyped up for years now, and I can assure you that all of the hype is worth it. Continue reading
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