Monthly Archives: October 2023

8th October 2023

By | October 8, 2023

Slowly updating the reviews. I’ve added a contact page, so if you want to send me a message, feel free. I can’t promise to respond to every message, but I will read everything sent through that page. Currently reading The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith (a pen name for J.K. Rowling of Harry Potter fame).… Read More »

Weaveworld by Clive Barker

By | October 6, 2023

Clive Barker’s “Weaveworld” is a dark and mesmerizing fantasy novel that transcends traditional genre boundaries, offering readers an immersive and unforgettable journey into a richly woven world of magic and horror. Published in 1987, this book is a testament to Barker’s unparalleled talent for creating vivid and imaginative worlds. “Weaveworld” centers on the Fugue, a… Read More »

1984 by George Orwell

By | October 6, 2023

George Orwell’s “1984” is a timeless and thought-provoking dystopian novel that has left an indelible mark on literature and the way we think about authoritarianism, surveillance, and the erosion of individual freedom. Published in 1949, its chilling and prescient vision of a totalitarian regime remains as relevant today as it was when it was first… Read More »

Red Dragon by Thomas Harris

By | October 3, 2023

Thomas Harris’ “Red Dragon” is a masterpiece of psychological horror that introduces readers to the iconic character of Dr. Hannibal Lecter and showcases the author’s unparalleled talent for delving into the darkest corners of the human psyche. This novel is a riveting and chilling exploration of the battle between good and evil. “Red Dragon” centres… Read More »

Faithless by Karin Slaughter

By | October 2, 2023

Karin Slaughter’s “Faithless” is a gripping and intense crime thriller that plunges readers into the dark and complex world of Special Agent Will Trent. This novel, part of the Georgia series, skillfully blends crime-solving, psychological suspense, and intricate character dynamics to create a compelling narrative. “Faithless” opens with the brutal murder of a young woman,… Read More »

The Peripheral by William Gibson

By | October 2, 2023

“The Peripheral” by William Gibson is a riveting and thought-provoking work of science fiction that delves into themes of technology, power, and the consequences of our actions across multiple realities. Gibson, a master of the cyberpunk genre, delivers a complex narrative that engages the reader with its intricate plot and multifaceted characters. The story of… Read More »

2nd October 2023

By | October 2, 2023

Just got to the end of Clash of Kings by George R.R. Martin. Going to have to step away from the Game of Thrones books for a while, and read something a little lighter instead. Not because there’s anything wrong with the books, but they take a lot of time to get through, and because… Read More »

A Clash of Kings by George R. R. Martin

By | October 2, 2023

“A Clash of Kings,” the second book in George R. R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, is a magnificent work of epic fantasy that continues the sprawling tale of political intrigue, warfare, and complex character relationships in the mythical world of Westeros. This book successfully builds upon the foundation laid in “A… Read More »