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The devouring flame of “Ca Raconte Sarah” by Pauline Delabroy-Allard

Ça raconte Sarah by Pauline Delabroy-Allard is a mesmerizing debut that entwines the reader in the feverish grasp of an all-consuming love, imbued with the intensity of poetry and the raw ache

November 11, 2024

Books

Gothic Reflections in a Modern Thriller: The Dark Architecture of Sarah Pearse’s “The Sanatorium”

The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse is a novel that defies simple classification. It presents itself as a thriller, but beneath its taut pacing and atmospheric tension, there lies a psychological labyrinth where

September 23, 2024

Books

The Enigma of Absence: Delving into the Heart of Saint X by Alexis Schaitkin

“Saint X” by Alexis Schaitkin is a novel that defies simple categorization. While at first glance it appears to be a mystery centered around the disappearance and death of a young woman,

September 23, 2024

Books

The Art of Unresolved Mysteries: Why “The Long and Faraway Gone” Redefines Crime Fiction

Lou Berney’s The Long and Faraway Gone is not just another crime novel—it’s a literary masterpiece that has firmly claimed its place as my favorite crime novel of the last decade, if

August 22, 2024

Books

“The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle”: A Twisty, Time-Looped Murder Mystery You Didn’t Know You Needed

In a world where time loops and murder mysteries rarely collide, Stuart Turton’s The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle (or The 7 ½ Deaths if you’re reading stateside) bursts onto the scene

August 11, 2024

Books

Magic, Myth, and Mystery: Inside the Books of Alexiane de Lys

Dive into a variety of rich and impressive worlds with the novels of the talented Alexiane de Lys. A French author, she published her first novel, Les Ailes d’Émeraude, at the age

August 9, 2024

Books

Finding Solace in the Pages: Healing Through Literature With Agnès Martin-Lugand’s Novels

During trying times, each person faces their problems as best they can. But one thing is certain: sooner or later, everyone will experience phenomena such as grief, infidelity, family secrets, ambition, or

August 5, 2024

Books

From Suburban Shadows to Epic Journeys: An Analysis of Jeffrey Eugenides’ Fiction

Jeffrey Eugenides is a celebrated American author whose novels have captivated readers and critics alike with their intricate narratives, profound themes, and distinctive writing style. Born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1960, Eugenides

August 4, 2024

Books

RoboCop: Rogue City – A Flawed Tribute to a Sci-Fi Legend

“RoboCop: Rogue City” is a video game adaptation of the iconic “RoboCop” franchise, which has long captivated audiences with its unique blend of action, satire, and dystopian themes. Developed by Teyon and

August 3, 2024

Games

Crafting Suspense: The Mastery Behind Adapting ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ From Page to Screen

The Charm of a Murder Mystery There’s something uniquely captivating about a good murder mystery. The blend of suspense, the thrill of the chase, the cerebral unraveling of clues – it all

August 2, 2024

Books·TV