Review
How I Would Fix Sanditon (2019)
If you have seen the 2019 adaptation of Jane Austens unfinished novel Sanditon, you would know it is messed. If you haven't seen it though, don't put yourself through the trouble, you can read all about what is wrong with in my last article (THIS IS NOT WHAT JANE WANTED). There is a lot bad and wrong with the show and so today I'm going to try and fix the show to make it just a bit better. (I will not be touching on the sibling relationship, the fix is to just get rid of it entirely, the end).
By The Austen Shelf2 years ago in BookClub
'Your Life in My Hands: A Junior Doctor’s Story' by Rachel Clarke
I’ve just finished reading a book written by an NHS junior doctor from the UK, who explains how difficult it is working in hospitals, with long hours, too many demands on your time, and not enough staff.
By Susie Kearley2 years ago in BookClub
Review of 'Daughter of Sparta'
In this thrilling reimagining of ancient Greek mythology, a headstrong girl becomes the most powerful fighter her people have ever seen. Seventeen-year-old Daphne has spent her entire life honing her body and mind into that of a warrior, hoping to be accepted by the unyielding people of ancient Sparta. But an unexpected encounter with the goddess Artemis, who holds Daphne's brother's fate in her hands, upends the life she's worked so hard to build. Nine mysterious items have been stolen from Mount Olympus and if Daphne cannot find them, the gods' waning powers will fade away, the mortal world will descend into chaos, and her brother's life will be forfeit. Guided by Artemis's twin—the handsome and entirely-too-self-assured god Apollo—Daphne's journey will take her from the labyrinth of the Minotaur to the riddle-spinning Sphinx of Thebes, team her up with mythological legends, such as Theseus and Hippolyta of the Amazons, and pit her against the gods themselves. A reinterpretation of the classic Greek myth of Daphne and Apollo, Daughter of Sparta by debut author Claire Andrews turns the traditionally male-dominated mythology we know into a heart-pounding and empowering female-led adventure.
By Cyn's Workshop2 years ago in BookClub
The Hunger Games Part one: Movie vs Book
As per usual when a book beomes a film adaptation there is going to be significant differences. For someone whose never read the book and only viewed the movie , the changes would cause no difference. However for avid readers like myself whose read all the books and watched the movie , find it easy to pick out the different varitions.
By Kailee Harrington2 years ago in BookClub
Rich Dad Poor Dad
The personal finance classic "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki questions accepted ideas about money, wealth, and financial education. The book, which was first released in 1997, tells the story of Kiyosaki's two "dads": his best friend's father (referred to as "Rich Dad") and his biological father (referred to as "Poor Dad"). Kiyosaki teaches important lessons on how to achieve financial independence and accumulate wealth through their divergent philosophies and way of living.
By The Knowledge 2 years ago in BookClub
1984
The dystopian novel "1984" by George Orwell examines the perverse effects of totalitarianism and the destruction of personal liberty in a desolate, authoritarian society. The story, which is set in the fictitious superstate of Oceania in the year 1984, centers on Winston Smith, a citizen who dared to revolt against the Party's repressive dictatorship under Big Brother.
By The Knowledge 2 years ago in BookClub
Unveiling the Marvels of "The Illustrated Brief History of Time" by Stephen Hawking. Content Warning.
Overview: "The Illustrated Brief History of Time" is a visually stunning adaptation of Hawking's groundbreaking masterpiece, "A Brief History of Time." It aspires to demystify complex scientific concepts for a general readership by artfully blending Hawking's profound insights with a wealth of illuminating visuals and schematic representations.
By shva phaneendra2 years ago in BookClub
