Novel
Robinson Crusoe
Defoe's eighteenth century classic tells of a young man who leaves home on a sea-borne adventure that sees him overtaken by pirates, kept as a slave, and eventually marooned for decades on a desert island.
Cathy holmesPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueThe Great Gatsby
A classic American love story: Romantic love, platonic love, love of money, love of booze, love of life, and so much more; The American Dream encapsulated by a beautifully poignant tragedy. It's a tale we've all heard, presented in a way that leaves you reeling, but coming back for more.
Taylor InmanPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueOne hundred years of solitude
Inside the cover of this book, a family tree should have bid me beware, but this “greatest novel” carried such accolades that I embarked heedlessly, since when I have been continuously confused by a dense meandering text- punctuated, yes, by paragraphs of brilliance- in which everyone carries the same name.
Hannah MoorePublished 10 months ago in Critique"Long Live The Pumpkin Queen"
The book Long Live The Pumpkin Queen by Shea Ernshaw is a sweet and enthralling sequel to the Tim Burton's movie "Nightmare Before Christmas." It has a powerful theme of growth, courage, loyalty, bravery, and staying true to one's self, no matter where you go, or what situation you're in.
Hope MartinPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueThe Dinner (Het Diner)
Two families; one problem... A narrator who is not only unreliable. He is also someone you should probably not eat with in any restaurant.
Kendall DefoePublished 10 months ago in Critique"Basketball Diaries" The Book
Jim Carroll's 'The Basketball Diaries' takes readers on a slam dunk journey through the chaotic court of addiction. It's like a literary crossover between 'Hoosiers' and 'Trainspotting,' with a dash of slam poetry. Beware: may cause literary dribbling and emotional three-pointers. Just don't try shooting free throws with the pages.
Ashleigh NicolePublished 10 months ago in CritiqueCatch 22
"Catch-22" exposes the absurdity of war and bureaucracy, but its non-linear narrative sometimes confuses readers. Heller's dark humor captivates, yet the disjointed structure weakens engagement. The novel skillfully critiques human folly, but its unconventional style demands patience, possibly deterring some from fully appreciating its brilliance and critique of war's absurdities.
The End Is The Beginning
Mitch Albom’s imaginary tale of the afterlife, The Five People You Meet In Heaven, illuminates five lessons, bringing new meaning to living, dying, and purpose. The plot craftily zigzags between present and past. A true psychological suspense that leaves you wanting more of his stellar dialogue and less overwrought description.
Stephanie J. BradberryPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueWar & Peace
The Russian word "mir" (peace) has another meaning - "world, society." While translating the novel's title as "War and Peace" is logical for juxtopposition, Tolstoy's main goal was to show how war affects the world. It is Natasha's love and life story in the context of war, peace, and society.
Lana V LynxPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueIcebreaker by Hannah Grace-A critique
It didn't matter when we found out what happened to Aaron. I thought it was self-inflicted.Wanted more of Ryan. I hated that we didn't get to find out how their relationship worked since that was laced through the book but got skipped to them together and with an accidental pregnancy.
Merritt XavierPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueThe Princess Trap by Talia Hibbert-A critique
We had no idea where Lydia and her girls were going.What happened to Harald apart from the live streaming of his character? Hans' relationship felt forced, there were hints but nothing really.Did Cherry still create the business she wanted or did she go back to being HR at the academy?
Merritt XavierPublished 10 months ago in CritiqueThe Wrong Bride by Catharina Maura-A critique
I loved that they overwrote each other's memories, had moments of honesty, and were destined to be together and fought too.Handled online bullying and other topics well. I want the story on Lex and Sierra. I wish she got pregnant to start their family and overwrite their experience with Hannah.
Merritt XavierPublished 10 months ago in Critique