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Book Review: Clytemnestra’s Bind by Susan C Wilson . Top Story - December 2023.
The House of Atreus is spiralling into self-destruction—a woman must find a way to break the family curse. Queen Clytemnestra's world shatters when Agamemnon, a rival to the throne of Mycenae, storms her palace, destroys her family and claims not only the throne but Clytemnestra herself. Tormented by her loss, she vows to do all she can to protect the children born from her unhappy marriage to Agamemnon. But when her husband casts his ruthless gaze towards the wealthy citadel of Troy, his ambitions threaten, once more, to destroy the family Clytemnestra loves. From one of Greek mythology's most reviled characters—a woman who challenged the absolute power of men—comes this fiery tale of power, family rivalry and a mother's burning love. Placing motherhood at the heart of the story, Clytemnestra’s voice is heard in a new way. It also explores society's obligation to conform to stereotypical gender expectations and shows the explosive powerplay between men and women in a patriarchal society.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Buried Alive
Image by Headfone Hope everyone is having a happy holiday. While I’m still in the dark about the release of Buried Alive we can keep this going until the West Coast Milblogger returns next year. This writing has the potential to help reignite the Hemp Revolution only there are external forces too powerful for me to avoid. However, we have secured ourselves on the right side of history. If nuclear war breaks out it’s because the Hemp Revolution was suppressed by the powers that be.
By Cyrus Emerson2 years ago in BookClub
THE SHORT STORY OF LION AND HARE
The Short Story of a Hare and a Lion This is an old Aesop fable that depicts that size does not matter when you have the intelligence to beat strength. The hare made a plan to get rid of the lion. What was his plan? Why was the lion not good? Why do all the animals in the jungle fear him? Find out about these interesting characters by reading this full story.
By aliyu sabba2 years ago in BookClub
New York's Timeless Tales
Few cities have the dynamic personality and narrative power of New York City. Its vibrant society, streets, history, and energy are more than just a setting or backdrop. A long-time muse for storytellers, New York City is a character in its own right. This was particularly evident in two books that I read this year: the contemporary novel Mrs. by Caitlin Macy and the historical narrative The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. In both stories, the city isn't just a backdrop but a vital, living part of the story. Both offer a window into the high society of New York but from different eras and perspectives.
By Xine Segalas2 years ago in BookClub
William Peter Grasso: Master of War Fiction
Weeping Cedars Revisited Last week, I used my platform to promote a creator I thought deserved some acknowledgement for his efforts.
By Stephen A. Roddewig2 years ago in BookClub
Opening the Illegal Book: Lovecraft's Necronomicon
In the shadowy domain of speculative fiction, hardly any names convey as much weight as H.P. Lovecraft. His stories of enormous repulsiveness and the unbelievable obscure have woven themselves into the texture of present-day ghastly writing. Among his numerous commitments, one stands out as both an impetus and a mystery—the Necronomicon. This made-up grimoire, a book of dim customs, sorcery, and peculiar sciences, has risen above Lovecraft's accounts, starting a conviction that it might have once existed. As we dig into the dim profundities of the Necronomicon's set of experiences, an embroidery of secrets, shared universes, and true interest unfurls.
By E.V.K2 years ago in BookClub
“Anxious People” by Fredrik Backman
“Anxious People” by Fredrik Backman is a provocative examination of fragility, human nature, and the interdependence of our lives. Readers are taken on a journey through a variety of interesting individuals whose lives unexpectedly cross in this endearing and amusing story. Fundamentally, the book explores how our fears impact our lives and how they frequently cause us to act in unanticipated ways.
By Kristiyan Parzulov2 years ago in BookClub
Early Agatha Christie Explored
One of my reading goals is to read my way through the collection of various favorite authors I have. My parents were both huge fans of Agatha Christie, and they were the ones who introduced me to her murder mysteries when I was a teenager. I was excited to return to the beginning with her debut novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles.
By Xine Segalas2 years ago in BookClub
Green Apples vs Red Apples: What You Need To Know.. Content Warning.
Introduction There are two distinct apple varieties: green apples and red apples, each having distinct flavors, appearances, and nutritional qualities. They all have unique characteristics and can thus be used for diverse culinary uses depending on an individual’s preferences.
By Susan Nnebe2 years ago in BookClub
Pencil Lines and Plotlines. Top Story - December 2023.
This year, I dove into a few graphic novels - I wanted to mix things up since I have been reading an average of over 60 books a year. I thought it would be nice to expand my literary horizons and slip back to a genre that I was comfortable with from the beginning.
By Xine Segalas2 years ago in BookClub
“The Giver of Stars” by Jojo Moyes
Jojo Moyes’ historical fiction book “The Giver of Stars” takes readers on a literary trip to the 1930s rural heartland of Kentucky. Moyes skillfully tells a story of friendship, love, and the transformational power of literature in this moving story. Inspired by the real-life New Deal project known as the Pack Horse Library Project, this book immerses the reader in the lives of the women who traveled on horseback to provide books to isolated areas of Appalachia. We’ll delve into this engrossing tale and examine its key themes, endearing characters, subliminal messages, and the significant influence that literature has on people as a whole.
By Kristiyan Parzulov2 years ago in BookClub
Tales and Targets
This year started out rough for me, with my father’s death on January 2nd. I had to drive down to Connecticut to join my siblings for the service, so I knew I would be in the car for about 8 to 9 hours. When I know I have to drive a long way, I usually look to one of the books in my audiobook library to entertain on those so long miles.
By Xine Segalas2 years ago in BookClub