Book Review: In Memoriam
This novel is an ode to queer love, a gripping war story, a treatise on the necessity of poetry and language for the human spirit.
Tag: Staff Review
Book Review: In the Half Light of a Dying Day: Catullus, 2023
Though long dead, Catullus is an accessible poet for the modern reader because he wrote candidly about love, jealousy, hate and politics.
Book Review: In The Ring
In The Ring is an uplifting novel about a bisexual girl with anxiety who starts boxing to cope. This book made me sign up for a boxing class!
Book Review: Counterfutures
This journal always pulls me out of a scholarly reading rut and reinvigorates ideas of postcolonial leftist theory with creativity.
Book Review: Unfortunately Yours
This is a great pick-me-up for anyone in need of an easy romance with amazing character development and a light-hearted love story.
Book Review: Society of the Snow
I see this book not only as a tale of endurance, but a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of solidarity.
Book Review: Crookhaven: The Island Heist
Another jam-packed adventure story in the Crookhaven series that will leave you desperate to read what comes next!
Book Review: Sister Outsider
Lorde is generous with her insights and personal experiences, making this collection incredibly accessible for all kinds of readers.
Book Review: Wrong Answers Only
This book was part glamorous, rule-breaking, sweet youthful freedom and part heartfelt commentary on how complicated family can be.
Book Review: Orris and Timble
This was a lovely read – the text is simple yet charming, perfect for children starting their reading journey.
Book Review: Maurice and Maralyn
The book explores not only the practicalities of their survival, but also their relationship and the ways it changes under the circumstances.
Book Review: Raven’s Eye Runaways
This novel features great world-building and whimsical language – you can feel the wind on your face as the trio travels through their world.
Book Review: Mrs Gulliver
Examining ideas around women’s agency, this was a charming, almost-period-piece novel, written with skill and read with pleasure.
Book Review: The Rise and Reign of the Mammals
It’s awe inspiring and truly magnificent – highly recommended for anyone wanting to know where we came from.
Book Review: 140 Artists Ideas for Planet Earth
A book that everyone needs to read, but especially those with a passion for creativity and respect for the Earth.
Book Review: John Dies at the End
A fun, deeply bizarre, gory read. This wild ride will keep you guessing and giggling the whole way through – I loved it!
Book Review: Icebreaker
When one of two ice rinks is put out of commission, they’re forced to spend time together which can only lead to one thing: Romance.
Book Review: Star Wars: Darth Vader: Into the Fire (v2)
A brilliant canon exploration of Darth Vader’s rage and conflict between the events of the Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.
Book Review: Bright Young Women
There’s courtroom drama, mystery, family saga and coming-of-age discoveries, woven together across timelines with skill and care.
Book Review: Bookshop Woman
This was the perfect cosy read while also serving as a wonderful illustration that life is not set in stone.