BOOK REVIEWS

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol tells the transformative story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man visited by the ghost of his former partner and three spirits of Christmas. These …

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen is a timeless tale of love, wit, and the challenge of overcoming first impressions. Set in early 19th-century England, the story follows Elizabeth Bennet …

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde explores the haunting consequences of vanity and moral corruption. When the strikingly handsome Dorian Gray wishes for eternal youth while his portrait …

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain is a timeless tale of friendship, freedom, and the fight against societal norms. Huck Finn, fleeing his abusive father, joins forces with …

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee is a poignant exploration of justice, courage, and morality in the racially charged American South. Told through the eyes of young Scout Finch, …

Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Francesc Miralles unveils the profound concept of ikigai—a reason for being that gives life meaning and joy. Drawing inspiration …

Our Riches by Kaouther Adimi is a compelling, multi-layered novel that celebrates the power of books and the unyielding spirit of a beloved Algerian bookshop. Through the story of Edmond …

Gingerbread by Helen Oyeyemi weaves a whimsical and mysterious tale about the Lee family, whose seemingly ordinary lives are intertwined with a magical legacy—one rooted in a special gingerbread recipe. …

What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours by Helen Oyeyemi is a captivating collection of stories centered around keys—both literal and metaphorical. Each tale unlocks a world of mystery and …

The Good Soldier Švejk by Jaroslav Hašek follows the adventures of the good-natured, ever-bumbling Czech soldier, Švejk, as he navigates the absurdities of the Austro-Hungarian army during World War I. …