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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Stefanie on What is this “rules-based international order” you speak of?: “Thanks! I did read it, but it’s always good to be reminded because it is unfortunately still relevant.” Mar 17, 20:24
Stefanie on Sublimation by Isabel J. Kim: “Oh, this sounds like a good one. I will keep my eye out for it!” Mar 17, 20:22
wadholloway on Sublimation by Isabel J. Kim: “I have made a note of this book for when it is released. In SF (that I have read) this…” Mar 17, 00:29
Andrew Blackman on What is this “rules-based international order” you speak of?: “Thanks Stefanie! Yes, those people longing for Armageddon are truly terrifying. Did you read Naomi Klein’s essay about end times…” Mar 16, 12:54
Andrew Blackman on Sublimation by Isabel J. Kim: “It certainly got me thinking too, Silvia! That’s what good novels often do – prompt us to see life in…” Mar 16, 12:43