literature

Geek literature from the New York Times or the recesses of online. Our favorite stories showcase geeks.

Paradise Season 1 Ending Explained
The identity of President Cal Bradford's killer (played by James Marsden) is revealed in the Paradise season 1 finale, but it's just one of many significant plot twists. Samantha "Sinatra" Redmond informs Xavier Collins (Sterling K. Brown) at the conclusion of Paradise episode 7 that he must track down President Bradford's killer and put an end to the rebellion if he ever hopes to see his daughter, Presley (Aliyah Mastin), again. When Xavier obeys, he learns that the murderer has been hiding in plain sight the whole time.
By WHB KHN2 years ago in Geeks
Daredevil: Born Again Episodes 1 & 2 Recap & Ending Explained
Charlie Cox returns in a major role as Matt Murdock in Daredevil: Born Again. Cox is once again the star of his own project after making a few cameos and guest appearances in other Marvel Cinematic Universe projects in recent years. The cast of Daredevil: Born Again, which includes numerous comebacks from the original Netflix Daredevil series, is led by him. In some thrilling and startling ways, the first two episodes of the most recent MCU series reflect that connection to the original series.
By WHB KHN2 years ago in Geeks
'All the World's a Stage'
Note before reading: there's so much good stuff in the citations list at the end, don't skip out on it. I read a lot of it on my degrees but please feel free to peruse some of the books and enjoy. I wrote this a very long time ago but never published it. It was just hanging around in my Notes App (yes, I initially wrote it on my phone). But here we are...
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
One-Punch Man Season 3 Is Coming
One-Punch Man has been teasing the release of season 3, which is slated for late 2025, with character posters for months. As they get ready to take on the Monster Association, these posters showcase important characters and S-Class heroes.
By WHB KHN2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Parasites" by Daphne Du Maurier
I think it is definitely the season for Daphne Du Maurier books. It is all cold and wintery and the darkness makes it feel like it is straight out of Rebecca or one of her other well-known nightmarish books. My reading of The Parasites came from the fact I was looking through the Virago Modern Classics list kind of cheesed off that they were all so expensive on my Kindle. When all else fails, I go for used books. And so, I managed to pick up this Du Maurier text for only a few pounds. Let me tell you this: it was entirely worth it.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Eerie East Anglia" ed. by Edward Parnell
Full Title = Eerie East Anglia: Fearful Tales of Field and Fen by Edward Parnell I have been trying to catch up on one of my favourite series of books ever - The British Library's Tales of the Weird. As you can probably tell, I have been a bit here and there about it, hyping up anthologies like Out of the Past in my head only to be kind of disappointed. I thought that perhaps, I needed to get back on the folk horror wagon and delve deeper into my favourite subgenre and so, I sought out some writings on fields, weird coastal ghosts and remote places with haunting backstories. And so, I found this lovely anthology. Let's take a look...
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Toxic Town Ending Explained
The amazing true story of Corby, a UK town that endured a terrible environmental crisis for decades, is told in Netflix's new limited series drama, Toxic Town. Numerous children in Corby were born with physical disabilities in the 1980s and 1990s, especially limb differences, though there were also numerous other health issues. For years, this went unnoticed until a group of mothers started to notice patterns in their kids' disabilities and thought that perhaps environmental factors were involved.
By WHB KHN2 years ago in Geeks
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD'S END
Following the runaway success of "The Curse of the Black Pearl" and the slightly more divisive "Dead Man's Chest," "At World's End" aimed to tie up loose ends, deliver a grand-scale adventure, and cement the series' legacy in cinematic history. Directed once again by Gore Verbinski, the film promised a spectacle of epic proportions, brimming with fantastical creatures, breathtaking battles, and the signature witty repartee that had become synonymous with the Pirates franchise. The weight of expectation was immense; could "At World's End" navigate the treacherous waters of audience expectations and critical scrutiny, or would it be swallowed by the leviathan of its own ambition?
By Xavier2 years ago in Geeks
“Hearts on Thin Ice” by Katie Kennedy (5 stars)
An emotionally unstable hockey player and the interior designer he hires to fix his barren apartment? Seems like a strange pairing right? But it actually works extremely well in Katie Kennedy’s debut novel. This enemies-to-lovers hockey romance is one that everyone should try out. There’s amazing depictions of mental health struggles, character development, and (since this is a romance) lots of steamy scenes to keep readers engaged in this budding relationship. Plus some handsome hockey player side characters that you are going to want to keep for yourself. I know what you’re thinking though; another hockey romance!?
By Kristen Barenthaler2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Out of the Past" ed. by Aaron Worth
I wanted to read more British Library Tales of the Weird and so, I downloaded tons of them that I had not read yet. The problem is that when I finish them, I'm not sure that I will have to wait for the next one or, whether it will already be out. I'm not going to lie to you though - I was thinking about this book perhaps two or three days before writing the review. One of the reasons was because I waited quite a while for this book and now, I have mixed opinions about it. Is it because I over-hyped it in my head or was it because the selection os stories are pretty standard and only a few really stand out? Let's take a look...
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
“The Bookbinder's Guide to Love” by Katherine Garbera (3 stars)
I have to be honest, I enjoyed this book as far as the romantic arc, but the overall plot was a bit thin. There really wasn’t all that much to it and I don’t remember much beyond the basics of falling in love over books. I know Garbera was setting up for a series and I have read the other book which was good too. But your setup for a new world of novels should be engaging and enticing to keep readers coming back. Ultimately, I enjoyed book 2 (How to Charm a Nerd) more and I have book 3 (Brewing Up a Bad Boy) on my list for this year, so we’ll see if the third time's the charm.
By Kristen Barenthaler2 years ago in Geeks
“The Irish Goodbye” by Amy Ewing (5 stars)
Cordelia wants to escape to Ireland and Niall is escaping back home to Ireland. What happens when these two lost and broken-hearted singles can’t seem to stop running into each other on their tiny Irish island? Clearly you have to read on to find out…or maybe you already know. Either way, it’s worth the read to watch these two lovelorn individuals try to rebuild their lives, their hearts, and maybe even their passion for the things they hold most dear.
By Kristen Barenthaler2 years ago in Geeks