Wow! This was my first Tolstoy, and also my first experience of Russian literature. I thought it was a brilliant book, if not a bit frustrating at times due to the sheer ignorance and attitude of our protagonist, Ivan Ilyich. Although, that was the intention. Synopsis Hailed as one of the world's supreme masterpieces on … Continue reading Book Review | The Death of Ivan Ilyich – Leo Tolstoy
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The Goldfinch | Donna Tartt | Book Reviews Are Back Despite No-One Reading Them Because I Ramble Too Much
Where do I start in reviewing such a masterpiece? It’s left me feeling accomplished (since it was a hefty book) though not necessarily happier or sadder. Although it has left an impression, I can’t exactly pinpoint where or how 🤷♀️ That’s not to say it’s a bad book because I loved it! From start to … Continue reading The Goldfinch | Donna Tartt | Book Reviews Are Back Despite No-One Reading Them Because I Ramble Too Much
6 Books In One Day | 24-Hour Readathon Wrap-Up
Did I stay up for the whole 24 hours? No. Was it as successful as I anticipated? No. But was it worth it? Yes! On 25th April I spontaneously decided to partake in a 24-hour readathon. I’ve seen these challenges all over booktube and I really wanted to try it myself. So my friend and … Continue reading 6 Books In One Day | 24-Hour Readathon Wrap-Up
The Unexpected Everything | Morgan Matson | Book Review
Okay, now it’s over. And I just want more! Like, why end it so abruptly? What will happen to Clark and Andie? Please, Morgan Matson, give me more! I spent a week on this book, a lot longer than I would usually dedicate to reading, but I just wanted it to last forever. Sadly, it … Continue reading The Unexpected Everything | Morgan Matson | Book Review
February Goals | Novel Writing & My Etsy Shop
A New Year can be very daunting for all of us. All of this goal-setting can be very overwhelming; I don’t think any of you are failures for already giving up! That’s why I don’t do it. I introduce new habits whenever I think that I need them! For example, I am now working on … Continue reading February Goals | Novel Writing & My Etsy Shop
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