Death and the Penguin, written by Andrey Kurkov, is a quirky and darkly comedic novel that takes the reader on a journey through the post-Soviet world of Ukraine. The protagonist, Viktor, is a struggling writer who takes on a job …
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This is one of the most unexpectedly enjoyable books I’ve read in the past 5 years or so. It’s just so entertaining and wonderful in its subtle humor and satire. It’s not in your face but will make you laugh …
As I reach my 27th year, I am reminded that I am 2 years too late to write my first masterpiece. After all, Thomas Mann wrote his first novel Buddenbrooks when he was just 25.
First off, reading this book …
A review of one of the greatest novels ever written. As 2020, otherwise known as the strangest and craziest year in the 21st century (so far…) comes to a close, it’s time to start drawing up your new year’s resolutions. …
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Self-Isolation Literature
Books You’ve Been Meaning to Pick Up… That You Should Finally Get Around to During Quarantine
Self-isolation sucks for most of us. I get. Your daily office routine has been replaced by patchy …