The Whispers of the Tide: Identity and Belonging in Garrett Carr’s The Boy from the Sea
Garrett Carr's The Boy from the Sea is a haunting and lyrical exploration of identity, belonging, and the enduring power...
Books
The Unfolding Self: Agnes Callard’s Case for an “Open” Socratic Life
Agnes Callard's Open Socrates: The Case for a Philosophical Life offers a compelling and often provocative re-examination of Socratic philosophy,...
The Whispers of the Wild: Exploring Charlotte McConaghy’s Wild Dark Shore
Charlotte McConaghy's Wild Dark Shore is a masterclass in atmospheric storytelling, weaving together elements of mystery, folklore, and profound human...
Whispers of Fate and Steel: An Exploration of Rachel Gillig’s “The Knight and the Moth”
A World of Visions and Unseen Threats Rachel Gillig's "The Knight and the Moth" immerses readers in the darkly enchanting...
Save Our Souls: A Darker Swiss Family Robinson
A Fateful Voyage Matthew Pearl's "Save Our Souls: The True Story of a Castaway Family, Treachery, and Murder" (2025) unveils...
Finding Meaning in the Margins: Hope and Resistance in Ali Smith’s “Gliff”
A Dystopian Britain and the Abandoned Children Ali Smith's 2024 novel, "Gliff," paints a stark picture of a near-future Britain...
Audition by Katie Kitamura: An Exploration of Roles and Identity
Katie Kitamura's "Audition," published in April 2025, is a novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the...
The Unconventional Mother: Navigating Suspicion and Self in Sarah Harman’s “All the Other Mothers Hate Me”
Sarah Harman's 2025 novel, "All the Other Mothers Hate Me," offers a compelling blend of humor and suspense, centered around...
The Glimmer and Shadows of “The Stolen Queen”
Fiona Davis's "The Stolen Queen" offers a captivating journey through time, seamlessly intertwining the vibrant world of the Ziegfeld Follies...
The Illusion of Amicable Separation: An Exploration of Jeneva Rose’s “The Perfect Divorce”
The Facade of Conscious Uncoupling Jeneva Rose's "The Perfect Divorce" immediately captivates with its ironically titled premise. The novel initially...
