Romance

  • Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

    Rating:

    4

    / 5

    While on my search for my next read at a local bookshop, I pulled this novel from the shelf. I remember hearing that it was a great novel, and after reading some reviews, it seemed people online agreed. I have to say that this book takes the reader on an unforgettable adventure.   “Words could be…

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  • The Song of Achilles

    Rating:

    4.5

    / 5

    I’ve never been someone who was too engrossed in Greek mythology, or any mythology for that matter, but I couldn’t ignore all of the raving reviews that I’ve heard about this novel. I am pleased to report that this book met, and even exceeded, my expectations.  “There are no bargains between lion and men. I…

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  • Last Night at the Telegraph Club

    Rating:

    4

    / 5

    While I don’t usually read historical fiction or romance, I found Last Night at the Telegraph Club to be an authentic coming-of-age story, with a tender sapphic relationship. “The word felt dangerous, and also powerful, as if uttering it would summon someone or something.”  Premise of the book: Lily Hu, a Chinese American who lives…

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