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Trevor Noah's memoir, "Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood," offers a unique perspective on growing up during and after apartheid in South Africa. Through a series of vignettes, Noah intertwines seemingly unrelated stories to illuminate the forces that shaped his childhood. The book delves into the complexities of race and culture in South Africa, providing insights into the author's upbringing, his family dynamics, and the societal norms that influenced his life.
Sometimes in big Hollywood movies they’ll have these crazy chase scenes where somebody jumps or gets thrown from a moving car. The person hits the ground and rolls for a bit. Then they come to a stop ...- #2
Save:An Innocent Client by Scott Pratt follows the story of Joe Dillard, a defense attorney who is disenchanted with the justice system. The book revolves around Joe's desire to defend an innocent client before retiring from his legal career. When a young girl named Angel Christian is accused of murdering a preacher, Joe sees an opportunity to fulfill his wish. The plot unfolds with twists and turns involving complex characters and legal challenges, all while exploring themes of justice, redemption, and personal struggles. The writing style is engaging, with well-developed characters and a fast-paced narrative that keeps readers hooked until the end.
It was my fortieth birthday, and the first thing I had to do was deal with Johnny Wayne Neal. The forensic psychiatrist I’d hired to examine him said Johnny Wayne was a narcissist, a pathological liar... - #3
Save:The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a humorous science fiction novel by Douglas Adams that follows the adventures of Arthur Dent, a mild-mannered Earthling who is saved from the destruction of Earth by his alien friend Ford Prefect. Together, they embark on a journey through space and time, encountering eccentric characters like Zaphod Beeblebrox and Marvin the Paranoid Android. The book is known for its quirky, whimsical writing style, filled with absurdity, satire, and philosophical musings on the meaning of life.
The plot revolves around Arthur and Ford's escapades as they hitchhike across the galaxy, facing bizarre situations and navigating through the absurdities of the universe. Adams' narrative style is conversational and comically bizarre, blending elements of science fiction with absurdist humor to create a unique and entertaining reading experience that challenges traditional storytelling conventions.
At eight o’clock on Thursday morning Arthur didn’t feel very good. He woke up blearily, got up, wandered blearily round his room, opened a window, saw a bulldozer, found his slippers, and stomped off ... - #4
Save:The Beantown Girls by Jane Healey is a historical fiction novel set during WWII, focusing on a group of women from Boston who join the Red Cross Clubmobile to serve coffee and donuts to soldiers on the European Front. The story follows three college friends, Fiona, Viviana, and Dottie, as they navigate friendship, romance, and the challenges of war. The writing style is described as fresh, enticing, and emotional, capturing both the fun and heartbreak of the characters' experiences.
Dottie, Viv, and I stood together on the deck of the Queen Elizabeth, surrounded by a couple dozen other Red Cross workers and hundreds of US soldiers. The once-glamorous cruise ship, now painted a bl... - #5
Save:In "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," readers are introduced to Harry Potter, an orphaned boy who discovers he is a famous wizard on his 11th birthday. The story follows Harry as he begins school at Hogwarts, a school for wizards, and learns about his family's past. Throughout his first year at Hogwarts, Harry faces challenges, makes new friends, and ultimately confronts the dark wizard Voldemort. The book is filled with magical elements, adventures, and themes of friendship, courage, and good versus evil, all set in a fantastical world created by J.K. Rowling.
J.K. Rowling's writing style in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" is described as captivating, imaginative, and engaging. Readers are drawn into the magical world of Hogwarts, where they follow Harry's journey of self-discovery, bravery, and the importance of fighting for what is right. The book is praised for its detailed world-building, lovable characters, and the way it weaves together themes of friendship, family, and the battle between good and evil in a way that appeals to both young and older readers.
Mr. and Mrs. Dursley, of number four, Privet Drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal, thank you very much. They were the last people you’d expect to be involved in anything strange or... - #6
Save:'Something True' in the series 'Out in Portland' by Karelia Stetz-Waters is a deeply engaging lesbian romance novel set in Portland. The story revolves around the main characters, Tate and Laura, who come from different backgrounds but find themselves drawn to each other in unexpected ways. The author expertly weaves together elements of humor, drama, and romance, creating a story that touches the soul of the readers. The lush and sensual descriptions in the book, along with the well-developed characters and engaging storyline, make it a captivating read that keeps readers hooked from the first page to the last.
It was late June, the kind of warm summer evening when hopeless romantics make bad choices about beautiful women. The twilight was all watery, yellow-blue brightness, and Portland glowed with the prom... - #7
Save:'For the Win' by Cory Doctorow is a gripping young adult fiction novel that delves into the world of online gaming and its intersection with social and economic commentary. The book follows a diverse group of characters from different cultures and backgrounds as they navigate through themes of unionization, financial derivatives, and government oppression. Doctorow expertly weaves together action-packed scenes with thought-provoking discussions on privilege, labor unions, and globalized economies, creating a world that feels both familiar and eerily plausible.
This scene is dedicated to BakkaPhoenix Books in Toronto, Canada. Bakka is the oldest science fiction bookstore in the world, and it made me the mutant I am today. I wandered in for the first time aro... - #8
Save:'Ender's Game' by Orson Scott Card is a science fiction novel that follows the life of Ender Wiggin, a young prodigy groomed from birth to be the savior of the human race. At the age of six, he is sent to battle school, where he excels and becomes a respected and successful commander. The book explores themes of manipulation, war, leadership, and the pressure put on gifted individuals, all while following Ender's journey to save humanity in the midst of an interstellar war. The writing style is fast-paced, suspenseful, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the moral questions and emotional struggles faced by the characters.
Ender did not see Peter as the beautiful ten-year-old boy that grown-ups saw, with dark, thick, tousled hair and a face that could have belonged to Alexander the Great. Ender looked at Peter only to d... - #9
Save:Milo Hastings' 'City of Endless Night' presents a dystopian future where Berlin has isolated itself from the world under a protective dome, controlling every aspect of its citizens' lives. The novel explores a society divided into different classes, including workers, soldiers, intellectuals, and the divine Hohenzollern dynasty. The protagonist, an outsider, infiltrates this society and navigates the underground city, offering a glimpse into the meticulously stratified fascist society. The narrative delves into themes of control, manipulation, eugenics, and the suppression of religion and individual freedoms, presenting a chilling vision of a future that might have been.
Hastings' writing style combines elements of archaic science fiction with a modern, efficient approach to prose. The story unfolds with attention to detail, offering a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Through the protagonist's exploration of Berlin's underground world, the novel raises questions about societal values, human rights, and the consequences of authoritarian rule, making it a compelling read that challenges readers to reflect on historical parallels and contemporary issues.
When I was twenty-four years old, my uncle was killed in a laboratory explosion. He had been a scientist of renown and a chemical inventor who had devoted his life to the unravelling of the secrets of... - #10
Save:"Hard Country" by Michael McGarrity is a historical novel that spans over three generations of the Kerney family in post American Civil War New Mexico up to the end of World War One. The story follows the lives of the Kerney men and the various challenges they face, including battling the environment, outlaws, corrupt politicians, and their own personal demons. The author paints a vivid picture of the geography and history of the West, making readers feel like they are right there alongside the characters. The plot unfolds with rich details and a range of characters who develop and change in response to the external situations they encounter.
The narrative style of Michael McGarrity is engaging and makes each page a page-turner. is more than just a western novel; it delves into the complexities of family dynamics, history, and personal growth. Readers will find themselves deeply absorbed in the tale, feeling a range of emotions as they follow the Kerney family's journey through the challenges and triumphs of life in the old West.
Mary Alice Kerney spent the late afternoon hours of a dry September day cleaning the one-room cabin her husband, John, had built upon their arrival in West Texas. They had settled on the land soon aft...
