Novel
California
Dana Fuller Ross does it again in Book Six of the Wagons West series. This one is set at the time of 'The Gold Rush', San Francisco flood and rampant crime of all sorts in the soon to be state of California. This is a perfect description of Early California.
By Mark Graham12 months ago in Critique
Why Do The Games in Squid Game S2 Show Real-Life Struggles
Many people have been anxiously awaiting the second season of Squid Game, the most-watched show on Netflix. To win prizes in the first season, players had to compete in several lethal kid-friendly games. The upcoming season, which is also expected to break yet another Netflix record, delves deeper into the limitations and economic background of the surrealistic games. Green light, red light. When the song starts, move forward; when it ends, freeze. It's a fairly easy game. Or is it that moving after the music has stopped carries a death sentence? It was clear from the first season that Squid Game allegorizes the horrors of capitalism through kid-friendly games. Three years later, the second season of arguably the most significant television program of our time advances its adamantly anti-capitalist theme. It accomplishes this by exposing the illusion of "choice" in a system threatening to starve the great majority. In this article, I dive deeper into the dystopian nuances of capitalism and the illusion of choice that stir up scenarios very similar to reality.
By Hridya Sharma12 months ago in Critique
Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West Review, the best seller that inspired the hit movie Wicked. AI-Generated.
Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire offers a profound and complex reimagining of the classic tale from L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz. This novel delves into the life of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch, presenting her not as a mere villain but as a multifaceted character shaped by her experiences and societal injustices.
By Ninfa Galeanoabout a year ago in Critique
The Utopian Concept of Gender Equity
There is a thin line of disparity between self-respect and arrogance that most people err in their lifetimes and cannot distinguish when the time arrives. I wonder how Indian society finds it appalling for women to be assertive and bold in their stance as they try to voice out their opinions on what they believe in. While I respect our culture of virtue, values and morality, it is baffling how patriarchal our society is, as it still perceives women through the fragile glass lens of being demure, nurturing, soft and family-oriented while she is working and expects her to be silent in her stance when men of the house are talking.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Critique
Vampire Stories appeal to gothic romantics
I just finished reading a Top Story written by Angel Hepworth, a negative review of the "Twilight" movie based on Stephanie Meyers books. I did not read any of those books, but I was a passionate fan of the movie series and watched the films more than once. After reading the points made by Hepworth in her review, I feel like I may be in the minority (although that does seem awkward considering how successful the books and movies were) when I say that I still love those movies. I read all of the negative feedback, but I just couldn't make myself agree. The only thing I could say in my defense as a fan of the Twilight saga, is that it's like creamed corn. I love creamed corn, especially in entertainment.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Critique
"Air Pollution in Delhi: Breathing Amidst a Crisis". Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Air Pollution in Delhi: A Problem We Need to Tackle Delhi is India's seat of power, housing over 20 million people and thousands of dreams. However, as a part of its vibrant culture and history, the city of Delhi suffers from a growing menace-air pollution. The air is so toxic that it poses serious health challenges for everybody, including infants and the elderly. This crisis has reached alarming levels, making it one of the most polluted cities in the world. But what's causing this, and what can we do about it?
By ANKIT SHARMAabout a year ago in Critique
LOST IN THE CITY
In a place once known as a beacon of opportunity, where dreams were supposed to take root and flourish, a thick shadow now lay over the city. Its tall buildings loomed like silent judges over weary citizens, and its bustling streets pulsed with an air of decay rather than hope. Here, the city had become a kingdom of corrupt demagogues and nepotism, a place where power traded hands in darkened rooms and favored the already powerful, while the common people struggled in the cracks left between.
By fidel ntuiabout a year ago in Critique
The Darkness
I’m thinking of starting a novel, but I could really use some help brainstorming ideas and themes. Here’s a quick summary of what I have in mind. If you have any suggestions on how to take this story further, I’d love to hear them! It’s going to be a sci-fi adventure about a professor who’s on a quest to uncover the secrets of the universe. But guess what? He’s not alone! A dark force is trying to show him what the universe really means, and it’s not going to be easy. He’ll have to face an ancient battle to learn the lessons he needs to find the answers he’s been searching for.
By Thomas Terryabout a year ago in Critique
