September 2024 - Andrew Blackman

Reading

There Are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak

Why was I disappointed by a novel that everyone else seems to love? Follow me as I try to find the answers.

Reading

Review: 912 Batu Road by Viji Krishnamoorthy

A Malaysian debut novelist combines a contemporary love story with a historical narrative of Japanese occupation. I enjoyed one much more than…

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Bellezza on Kokoro by Natsume Soseki: “Andrew, your reviews are rich in content and exquisite in delivery. What a pleasure to read what you have to…” Jan 22, 17:09
Andrew Blackman on Kokoro by Natsume Soseki: “Yes, I think you’d enjoy this. Thanks for the recommendation – will look up The Gate now” Jan 22, 16:07
Andrew Blackman on Kokoro by Natsume Soseki: “Yes, I think it’s one of those perennial themes that cuts across different cultures. Reminds me of a lot of…” Jan 22, 15:29
Andrew Blackman on Kokoro by Natsume Soseki: “Yes, it’s worth hanging in there for part 3!” Jan 22, 15:25
Andrew Blackman on Kokoro by Natsume Soseki: “Wow, that’s a lot – which would you recommend I read next? So far I’ve only read Kokoro.” Jan 22, 15:25