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Book Review: "In the Winter Dark" by Tim Winton
Yes, I'm still reading Tim Winton novels and this one is considerably shorter than his usual pieces. In the Winter Dark takes a somewhat more sinister turn than many of his writings with themes of isolation and loneliness, motifs that include violence and loss and characters who are at best, troubled. He takes his usual poetic writing and adds this strange and eerie atmosphere into it, moving into the territory of the changing land being seen through the eyes of characters who are all essentially flawed. Again, another brilliant Tim Winton book that will only make me want to read more of his novels in the near future. So let's go on to the review...
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Creating Art in Crisis: The Power of 'Mother'
Life goes on, despite all obstacles that get put in our path. Mother is a short film directed by Mariia Felenko. As war looms in Ukraine, a young woman named Katya is determined to leave her hometown. Katia wants to take her mother with her, but her mother is busy painting her nails, oblivious to the situation.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Black Narcissus" by Rumer Godden
Reading the Virago Modern Classics series has been part of the thing I'm doing with my new reading interest nowadays. As of this being written, it is the 27th of December 2024 and I'm on my way back to Nottingham from my hometown of Birmingham, England and thank god they aren't too far away from each other. Within this, I have enjoyed doing some reading over the last few days, including Christmas Day - I have also enjoyed drinking coffee and wrapping myself up in comfortable jogging bottoms. But, as I make my way back to my residence...that's right...I'm probably just going to do the same thing in a different place. Here's the review.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Suspicions of Mr Whicher" by Kate Summerscale
I love Kate Summerscale's books. I've so far read The Wicked Boy, The Haunting of Alma Fielding and The Peepshow. I was so happy to learn there were still some books by her to read. After being captivated by The Peepshow I was trying to find something just like it in atmosphere. And of course, one of the books recommended to me was The Suspicions of Mr Whicher - another Kate Summerscale book. I think what makes her books so brilliant is her ability to create a sequence of events in which we can follow exactly what is happening and then, providing us with a back story for everything we need to create this extremely immersive picture in our minds. It is fantastic.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Exploring the World of NYT Crosswords and Related Trends
The New York Times (NYT) Crossword has long been a cornerstone of intellectual entertainment. For decades, it has provided enthusiasts with an unparalleled blend of challenge, culture, and creativity. In this article, we’ll dive deep into the world of NYT Crossword puzzles and explore some interesting trends and queries associated with it. From specific crossword clues to intriguing gaming trivia, there’s a lot to unpack. Whether you're a seasoned solver or just starting out, this guide will provide insights that resonate.
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Perfume by Patrick Suskind
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer, a novel by German author Patrick Süskind, was first published in 1985. This remarkable literary work quickly garnered attention for its unique and evocative narrative style, blending elements of historical fiction with psychological thriller.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Villainess Review: Morgan le Fay (Jughead's Time Police)
I've written about a number of villainesses on Vocal, usually from TV, film, or some true crime stories. For this story, it's a first--delving from the world of comic books. In this case, it's from Archie Comics. Why? It's simple. Riverdale will kick off its seventh and final season. I beamed when I learned about this show seven years ago. I've been an Archie Comics fan for 30 years, and when I learned about a show centered on the Archie characters, I was in! These were not the characters I grew up reading, but I was all in because of that!
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Professor's House" by Willa Cather
You guys know how I love a good deal on Kindle books, don't you? Well, on Christmas Day I managed to snag this one for about 50p and I am not sorry about it. Willa Cather is a novelist that I definitely need to read more and I am planning to do a deep-dive into her work soon. I've read a few of her novels and so far, she hasn't let me down. When it comes to The Professor's House I definitely see her writing style come alive, I see her characters become three dimensional and I see her world begin to change. An atmosphere you can breathe in and characters you can reach out and touch, Willa Cather's masterly writing creates a three-dimensional immersive world in which we live for some 250 pages. It is fantastic.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The North Water" by Ian McGuire
Yes I am still reading books about the sea and I don't think I am going to stop any time soon. I've read a ton of nonfiction including books like Into the Raging Sea and Dead Wake. But now, I've become fascinated by fiction as well. A while ago, I read a book that terrified me called The Terror by Dan Simmons and I absolutely adored it. This led me towards some other books about the sea - one of the books I was most fascinated by and wanted to read was called The North Water. But this isn't before I read The Night Ship by Jess Kidd - which was a fantastic piece of fiction based upon the Batavia. Now, on to The North Water and why it drew me in so much...
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
