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I read Half His Age
If there's one book you add to your reading list this year, make it Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy. I went into this one already a fan of McCurdy as an author, but this book solidified exactly why she's become one of my favourites. It's personal, it's immersive, and it's the kind of story that stays with you long after you turn the last page.
By Parsley Rose about 4 hours ago in BookClub
Benedict Bridgerton's Blind Spots
Your Honour, my Client, Mr Benedict Bridgerton, is a good man, but his upbringing has left him rather an idiot. This is not to suggest that Mr Bridgerton is a bad person, but merely that the extreme privilege of his lifestyle has left him with some exceedingly large blind spots.
By Natasja Rose2 days ago in BookClub
When Success Isn’t Enough:
Joseph G. Motley did not write Unlocking Your Greatest You because he lacked discipline, opportunity, or ambition. He wrote it because he discovered that checking every box society hands out does not automatically lead to peace. Known as Coach Mot, Motley built a life many people strive for. He worked hard, provided for his family, and achieved professional stability. On paper, his story looked complete. Internally, it felt unfinished.
By Elisa Smith6 days ago in BookClub
Little Self-Interview With Books
I'm going to get right into it. Every year, I like to revisit six questions about books and reading and give six answers, hoping to discover something new about myself and my reading habits. The questions are:
By Avocado Nunzella BSc (Psych) -- M.A.P 10 days ago in BookClub
There Is Only One True Unreliable Narrator...
The unreliable narrator: A new trend in the literary fiction world, usually also falling under the category of unlikeable narrator and plotless fiction. I think, in many ways, the tiktok-afication of this term has pulled it away from what it actually means and is often used as a synonym for an unlikeable narrator.
By The Austen Shelf10 days ago in BookClub
The Doctrine of Obedience
Understanding Iran’s power requires looking beyond missiles, sanctions, or nuclear negotiations. The real engine of influence lies in how Iran recruits, conditions, and binds individuals into long-term obedience. Its system is not accidental or reactive. It is deliberate, ideological, and designed to endure.
By Albert Hadi 10 days ago in BookClub
The Architecture of Trust: How the "Five Beacons" Framework is Defining the Future of AI Governance
The rapid ascent of Artificial Intelligence in the financial sector has brought global institutions to a paradoxical crossroads. While computational power is at an all-time high, the "black box" problem—the inherent opacity of complex algorithms—threatens the very foundation of institutional trust. As enforcement of the EU AI Act and other global mandates begins, the industry is searching for a technical bridge between legal requirements and operational reality.
By Oliver Jones Jr.11 days ago in BookClub
This Book Made Me Afraid of My Own Thoughts
I didn’t expect Intercept to stress me out as much as it did. I picked it up thinking it would be a fun, fast sci-fi thriller, something intense but easy to digest. And it is fast, yes—but it’s also the kind of book that quietly messes with your nerves. I noticed halfway through that I kept pausing, not because I was bored, but because my brain needed a second to breathe.
By Rosalina Jane12 days ago in BookClub
