Book Review: Poorhara
January 31, 2025
This is a novel about familial tensions, the desperation caused by poverty and how to be yourself when so much is expected of you.
This is a novel about familial tensions, the desperation caused by poverty and how to be yourself when so much is expected of you.
In the wake of the Chernobyl disaster, a young girl is forced to abandon her puppy, leaving it to face the elements in the exclusion zone.
Kamali’s beautiful prose was the perfect conduit for this tale of friendship & resistance amidst a dangerously shifting political landscape.
Neale’s writing is like those decadent liquor-filled chocolates that proliferate around the festival season.
Continuing his trend of writing brilliant sci-fi, Baxter weaves science and wonder into a story of loss and powerlessness.
A poignant exploration of a transitional age in which we learn that loss is as much a part of life as success.
It’s a book that feels like a warm hug—perfect for anyone craving a story full of sweetness, magic, and the comfort of found communities.
Readers, prepare for the intrusion of the narrator. Knowing exactly why the action is happening is overrated.
A truly trippy space Odyssey set in the far future- and then the really far future- Tchaikovsky’s Sci-Fi prowess is on full display.
You’ll find characters you’ll either deeply love or deeply hate (I had the experience of wanting to slap everyone but also hug them tenderly)
Abandon your preconceptions & prepare for a wild ride. (Spoiler: some of that ride takes place on a broomstick, with a pig riding shotgun.)
This story that can be interpreted differently for each person depending on your background. I finished it in 24 hours; it’s just that good.
It’s all too common in sci-fi to reach a dissatisfying ending to an otherwise well-crafted story. This is a wonderful exception to the rule.
This memoir provided me with a beautiful escape. I needed a calm harbour and this understated memoir was perfect.
This small town, friends-to-lovers novel was as cozy as fluffy blankets. I’m so eager to read more about this town in the rest of the series!
I believe that the less you know about it going in, the better! So take a chance on Piranesi if you’re in the mood for something different.
I shall never look at another work of art (or the quiet, self-effacing museum and gallery guards) with quite the same eyes.
Unpicking the misconceptions that are held about her job, Doughty snuffs out myths & shines light on a necessary but nebulous industry.
Neil does an excellent job of balancing the true toil of raiding and slaving with interesting cultural stories.
Nora’s sharp wit and realistic character make this novel a standout, celebrating the complexities of love and self-discovery.
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