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Book Review: "Paris Stories" ed. by Shaun Whiteside
I was cleaning out parts of my room recently and I came across a stack of dusty books beneath my bed. They've probably been there for around 3-4 years and so, I decided to pick some of them out. I recall reading these books but honestly, there is no reason why I can't revisit them, especially when they are part of the Everyman series. I was quite surprised the first time I read it because the book definitely took all of the things you think about when you hear 'Paris' and initially it goes 'no, not really'. But I've got used to it and I've been able to analyse the way in which the extract which depicts a massacre fits into the whole history of Paris. Let's take a look...
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Boleyn Traitor" by Philippa Gregory
Okay so if you didn't know this already, Philippa Gregory is one of my favourite writers in the whole world. When I was a teenager, I was absolutely obsessed with her books and every time I new one comes out, I have already got in on preorder. I've read all of her books to date and this one is no different. Thrilling with intrigue and conversations about kingship and power, Philippa Gregory launches us back into the spotlight, analysing the dynamics of women in a space that uses them as political pawns. Narrated by Anne Boleyn's sister-in-law, this book is no different and definitely no lesser than her past novels. Let's take a look at what it is about and how brilliant this book actually is.
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Milkman" by Anna Burns
Used books are all the rage, especially when they have other people's notes in them. I have to admit though that they could smell better - this one perhaps didn't smell great and it got weird when I was reading it. A few years' ago, this book was pretty much in my face from the whole Man Booker Prize stuff, but along the way I lost it. I think it was because the book simply didn't interest me, but looking back I believe that I was pretty against the wave of what was being nominated for the awards. Needless the say, the book is pretty good but it doesn't really leave you with a change. It has no real impact on the reader though it is interesting. I believe that this may be because of how it is written.
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
(Almost) Every Piece of Symbolism to Look Out For in the Upcoming Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Movie
Spoiler alert for the upcoming movie and the Chainsaw Man manga! — Guys, it’s almost time. Grab your Pochita popcorn buckets and rejoice: the Reze arc of Chainsaw Man is out in theaters in less than a week.
By angela hepworth6 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept" by Elizabeth Smart
I randomly picked up this book from a used bookshop online for like £2 and at the time, I had heard of it but vaguely. I didn't realise though just how important By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept was until I actually started reading it. Let's just say you can really see the influence it had over The Smiths - so I guess that was a surprise. This book is wonderfully written - the poetic nature of the author's emotions seems to capture what it feels like to be falling continuously down a deep, dark hole of madness. Some of the passages are worth a second read and some of them are so brilliant, you can't seem to move past them.
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Southern Mail/Night Flight" by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
You've probably read my review of Flight to Arras by Saint-Exupéry and if you haven't then I suggest you check it out. I'm making it my business to read his other books and not just The Little Prince, no matter how legendary The Little Prince may be. There's something incredibly moving about his words, the way he writes is constantly embued with atmosphere and philosophy. When I read Flight to Arras there was that extract about the clocks which I have to say, once I finished the book, I went back and reread. His books are all so well written, so why limit yourself to just one? Let's take a look at his book Southern Mail/Night Flight which was just as fantastic...
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "My Oedipus Complex and Other Stories" by Frank O'Connor . Top Story - October 2025.
I'm going to admit it: I've never read any Frank O'Connor before and I'm not really sure what to think of him. I was kind of avoiding it because of the title - not sure I wanted to read more of this stuff after having recently encountered The Holy Sinner by Thomas Mann. Anyways, at least this book was remotely funny which is more than could be said for the Thomas Mann text I read. I wasn't really looking for a short story anthology and to be honest, I'm biding my time until Tim Curry's autobiography comes out. I'm writing this on the 9th of October 2025 and so, there's not long to wait now. Oh fine, back to Frank O'Connor.
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
The Thirty-Nine Steps by John Buchan
Published in 1915, The Thirty-Nine Steps by John Buchan is a great work in the adventure and spy thriller genres. Buchan, a Scottish novelist, historian, and politician, wrote the novel as a form of escapism while recovering from illness. The book was serialised in Blackwood’s Magazine before being published in book form, achieving immediate popularity during the early years of the First World War.
By Annie Kapur6 months ago in Geeks
