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A History of Western Philosophy by Bertrand Russell
4.0
Such an interesting and comprehensive guide to the best thinkers in Western Philosophy. I particularly enjoyed the conclusion where Russell articulates his perspective on the purpose of philosophy as a discipline.
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by Anonymous
One thing I wasn't expecting in this was such beautifully clear descriptions of landscapes. Perspectives on the bleak winterscapes undulate, moving from terrifying cold to almost beautiful mists. It's really *Sublime*.
One of my favourite lines:
"So the year passes on through its series of yesterdays".
One of my favourite lines:
"So the year passes on through its series of yesterdays".
Kissing Doorknobs by Terry Spencer Hesser
3.0
This is the best middle grade portrayal of OCD I’ve read. Intrusive thoughts are captured so well it’s difficult to read in places.
Are You Watching? by Vincent Ralph
4.0
I really liked this. The tone and pace reminded me of Small Spaces by Epstein, a wonderful YA Thriller I read last year. The concept reminded me of Egger's The Circle (again, a fantastic novel!).
Jess's mother was killed by The Magpie Man when she was seven -- a serial killer who has since killed twelve people. Now in Sixth Form, Jess applies for and stars in a new online show which resembles The Truman Show or Big Brother. Once a week, a camera crew films every aspect of her life and live-broadcasts it for the world to see. This dystopian twist on oversharing is particularly potent because, unlike Mae in The Circle, Jess does this with the sole intention of raising awareness about the Magpie Man and catching him. Thus, through her narrative, Ralph can explore the oftentimes dangerous and invasive side of social media use.
This is a quick, gripping read.
Jess's mother was killed by The Magpie Man when she was seven -- a serial killer who has since killed twelve people. Now in Sixth Form, Jess applies for and stars in a new online show which resembles The Truman Show or Big Brother. Once a week, a camera crew films every aspect of her life and live-broadcasts it for the world to see. This dystopian twist on oversharing is particularly potent because, unlike Mae in The Circle, Jess does this with the sole intention of raising awareness about the Magpie Man and catching him. Thus, through her narrative, Ralph can explore the oftentimes dangerous and invasive side of social media use.
This is a quick, gripping read.
Frankenstein: The 1818 Text by Mary Shelley
It's not a matter of wanting to read this -- it's a matter of needing to.