Fiction

Robinson Crusoe
Defoe's eighteenth century classic tells of a young man who leaves home on a sea-borne adventure that sees him overtaken by pirates, kept as a slave, and eventually marooned for decades on a desert island.
By Cathy holmes2 years ago in Critique
Night of the Living Dead
Night! Of the living dead! A film that questions the morality of man, created the undead that consumes flesh, & it’s terrifying.
By Bass Man Eddie2 years ago in Critique
Love at First – Second Chances Book Review
Love at First is a book I recently received from She Speaks. When I received this book, I was looking forward to reading this novel as I was a fan of a book I read prior by this author. To read more about the prior book I read by this author; be sure to check out my Love Lettering Book Review post.
By Lynne Black2 years ago in Critique
Love Lettering Book Review
Recently, I received Love Lettering from She Speaks. Upon receiving this book, I was excited to find a quiet place to sit down and read this romantic novel.
By Lynne Black2 years ago in Critique
Feminism and Barbie
In an industry often criticized for its lack of diverse and empowering portrayals of women, "Barbie," starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, emerges as a refreshing and timely entry that not only challenges stereotypes but also delves into the multifaceted nature of feminism. Directed by auteur Greta Gerwig, the film encapsulates a journey of self-discovery, societal transformation, and the power of breaking free from the constraints of conventional gender norms.
By Piotrek2 years ago in Critique
Ulysses
It usually takes me a day or so to read an average-length novel. This one took eight months. Sometimes it feels like reading in a different language but the layers of meaning behind endlessly visceral scenes seep through like early morning sunlight.
By Beth Sarah2 years ago in Critique
High Fidelity
I have never read this before, or seen the 2000 movie adaptation. Not a horrible read, featuring perhaps a slightly too believable narrative voice.
By Beth Sarah2 years ago in Critique
Avatar
An adventurous journey into the future to better understand our past. It is a story of the forces of man's unbridled greed against the unquenchable power of true love. In a dramatically fought, intergalactic battle for survival, there can only be one victor, one survivor, one solution to save us.
By Liam Ireland2 years ago in Critique
Jaws
Who knows what lurks just below the surface of the water, eagerly waiting to eat you? The tension arising from the suspense is as tangible as the flimsy bathing costume that barely clings to your skin. Will it ever again be safe to go into the water for a swim?
By Liam Ireland2 years ago in Critique
Ghostbusters. 1984 Classic
In "Ghostbusters," supernatural folly meets comedic chaos. Eager scientists unleash spectral pandemonium upon NYC. Ectoplasmic wonders and catchy tunes ensue, yet the line between hilarity and chaos blurs.
By ColdHardCash2 years ago in Critique
The Great Gatsby
A classic American love story: Romantic love, platonic love, love of money, love of booze, love of life, and so much more; The American Dream encapsulated by a beautifully poignant tragedy. It's a tale we've all heard, presented in a way that leaves you reeling, but coming back for more.
By Taylor Inman2 years ago in Critique
House of Night Marked What Could Have Been Different
In the world of Zoey Redbird everything wasn't what she thought. But then a Vampyre tracker comes to her school marking her. She didn't have the support of her parents. So she drives to her grandmothers Lavender farm.
By Emily Curry (Rising Phoenix)2 years ago in Critique