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He who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan

He who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan

He who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan

A gripping conclusion to The Radiant Emperor series, fuelled by ambition, grief and revenge. Expect ruthlessness, scheming and great writing.

Jan 235 min read

A platter of cheesy garlic bread on a table with a mosaic tabletop. Beside the platter lies a copy of Sally Rooney's novel Beautiful World, Where are you and a cafe frappe. Photo by Ninay Desai.

A platter of cheesy garlic bread on a table with a mosaic tabletop. Beside the platter lies a copy of Sally Rooney's novel Beautiful World, Where are you and a cafe frappe. Photo by Ninay Desai.

Beautiful World, Where are you by Sally Rooney

Lyrical and seasoned with intellectual and philosophical ideas but sorely lacking in genuine conflict.

Jan 19, 20246 min read

A couple of books stacked one on the other with the title of the book on top being The Best Books I Read this Year. Also visble is a gold pen and a pair of spectacles.

A couple of books stacked one on the other with the title of the book on top being The Best Books I Read this Year. Also visble is a gold pen and a pair of spectacles.

The Best Books I Read this Year

I've had a tough time picking my favourites from the year gone by. I hope you find your favourite in the list.

Dec 22, 20233 min read

A copy of She who became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan lying on a small round wooden table next to a game of chess and a chocolate brownie on a plate. In the background are other tables and chairs in a coffee shop. Photo by Ninay Desai

A copy of She who became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan lying on a small round wooden table next to a game of chess and a chocolate brownie on a plate. In the background are other tables and chairs in a coffee shop. Photo by Ninay Desai

She who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan

This historical fantasy novel about a peasant girl's battle to survive and persevere on the path to greatness is an absolute triumph.

Sep 22, 20236 min read

A copy of Everything I never told you by Celeste Ng lying on a wooden table and bar stools adjacent to a glass window. Photo by Ninay Desai.

A copy of Everything I never told you by Celeste Ng lying on a wooden table and bar stools adjacent to a glass window. Photo by Ninay Desai.

Everything I never told you by Celeste Ng

A moving story about the things we hide to keep the peace in our families while half-hoping that someone will see through the charade.

Sep 1, 20234 min read

A close shot of a pocket watch against the backdrop of a few branches and leaves in soft focus with bright light illuminating all. The time is five minutes to one.

A close shot of a pocket watch against the backdrop of a few branches and leaves in soft focus with bright light illuminating all. The time is five minutes to one.

A Page in Time

Reading a book can be a lot of things - relaxing, enlightening or thrilling. Is it also a means to travel through Time?

Apr 28, 20233 min read

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