April 2015 - Andrew Blackman

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The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner: Review

I think I have a problem with over-hyped books. Although the hype is never true, I always end up believing it, and come to…

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Jacks Hill Road by Jennifer Grahame

We’ve all driven down one of those streets, haven’t we? One of those streets where the lawns are manicured, the pavements are…

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Stefanie on The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann: “I’m reading my very slow way through this book! I’m enjoying it very much. I find it amusing that Hans…” Nov 17, 21:03
Andrew Blackman on Cat’s Eye by Margaret Atwood: “It’s interesting to hear about the recurrences. Bill also mentioned in his recent post that a ravine shows up in…” Nov 12, 20:56
Andrew Blackman on Cat’s Eye by Margaret Atwood: “Ah, that’s great to hear, Stefanie – I was wondering about trying her speculative fiction too, so I’m glad you…” Nov 12, 20:51
Andrew Blackman on Cat’s Eye by Margaret Atwood: “Hey Marcie, thanks so much for organising MARM! I’ve wanted to participate for years now but always seemed to run…” Nov 12, 20:49
Andrew Blackman on Cat’s Eye by Margaret Atwood: “Oh yes, I’d like to try her sci-fi one day. Which one would you recommend?” Nov 12, 20:42