It’s a truth universally acknowledged that if one has a story revolving around a miscommunication between a man and a woman and any key words from the original Jane Austen “Pride and Prejudice” is used, people will read it. Such is the case of The Bennet Women by Eden Appiah-Kubi. In her authors notes she … Continue reading The Bennet Women
Fanfiction: not just for nerds anymore
Fanfiction, by definition, is the act of writing your own story based on a previous published work or form of media. The definition has been moved and changed as literature and media changed, always seen as a lesser art form, when pieces of work that could be considered fanfiction, Dante’s Inferno, for example, could be … Continue reading Fanfiction: not just for nerds anymore
Double Blind or I am not a girl of science.
The definition of double blind: “denoting a test or trial, especially of a drug, in which any information which may influence the behavior of the tester, or the subject is withheld until after the test.” (disctionary.com). Also, the title of Edwards St. Aubyn’s newest book that was released June 1, 2021. Double Blind followed the … Continue reading Double Blind or I am not a girl of science.
A Belated Hello
I finished Double Blind early but since I promise that review for September and I really need a bit of time to process that book before I post a review on it, I thought I’d add a bit of non-book musings this time around. The pandemic of 20/21 has sent my brain into sleep mode … Continue reading A Belated Hello
Who Knew Breathe Right Strips Were Romantic?
Coming off the high of Written in the Stars, I truly didn’t know I was going to be doing an Alexandria Bellefleur month of reviews. But then I spotted Hang the Moon was out, read by the same person, Lauren Sweet, and of course I bought it. Annie is Darcy Lowell’s best friend. They have been since … Continue reading Who Knew Breathe Right Strips Were Romantic?
Leave me alone, Fake Dating Tropes are my addiction now.
My life seems to be overrun by stories that are mentioned to be variations of Pride and Prejudice. And to be fair, I think my Kindle/ Audible/ Goodreads/ Amazon algorithms have recognized it and have started sending me anything that have those two words in it. The only thing that Written in the Stars by Alexandria … Continue reading Leave me alone, Fake Dating Tropes are my addiction now.
Propriety for the Modern Time
As we all know, I love Pride and Prejudice variations of all kind. I’m thinking and so far, I don’t think I’ve found one I’ve really disliked. Some are not suited to my taste but usually, I can enjoy it. And I’ve especially found that POC variations are wonderfully engaging, giving the reader a deeper insight into how … Continue reading Propriety for the Modern Time
Luc O’Donnell’s Diary
This recommendation came from a friend on Twitter who commented about the reference to Welcome to Night Vale that was in the story. Me, being the huge nerd I am, immediately replied to ask what they were reading, and they said Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall. I had credits on my Audible account, so I … Continue reading Luc O’Donnell’s Diary
Red, White, and Royal Blue: The Prince and the First Son
During the global nightmare that was 2020, while everyone was trapped inside there were a few things in social media that caught my attention. Animal Crossing (which I gave in and bought), Tiger King (which I am proud to say I have never watched) and Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Anyone who … Continue reading Red, White, and Royal Blue: The Prince and the First Son
The New Power Couple: The Sheltering Tree
The Sheltering Tree, the second book by author J.R. Lawrie came out in April and I immediately jumped on it. Kindle Unlimited had it to read so, like her first book, I got a free copy. Of course, once I finished it, I immediately returned it and, like her first book, bought my very own … Continue reading The New Power Couple: The Sheltering Tree
Mouse's Reading Nook 