Category Archives: Bestsellers

Shadow and Claw by Gene Wolfe

Gene Wolfe is considered by many readers to be one of the top science fiction and fantasy writers out there. However, my first and only encounter with his work, ‘Shadow and Claw,’ was disappointing. The story starts following the main character, Severian. He is an apprentice torturer, who will eventually become the ruler of his…

An Introduction to Science Fiction Themes

Science fiction, more commonly known as sci-fi, is a genre that deals with somewhat unrealistic or unexpected elements that are presented in a logical, rational, scientific way. This might include adventures in outer space, novels about the future, or even things like genetic mutations. There are several different types of science fiction which are included…

An Introduction to Fantasy Novels- Part 2

Are you having a hard time delving into the dense shelves of the fantasy genre? It can be confusing, trying to decide which books you might enjoy. There are a few great authors or novels that can help you find a love for fantasy. J.V. Jones writes an action packed, emotional series. There is a…

True Blood wavering from book

The hit HBO series True Blood is based on the Stookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Series by Charlaine Harris. There are currently 11 books in the Series, and Harris reports that there are only 2 more books before the end of the series. The television show, on the other hand, was created by Allan Ball. Though…

Sophie Kinsella’s Wondrous Stories

Sophie Kinsella is an English author born on December 12th 1969. Her actual name is Madeleine Wickham with her pen name being Sophie Kinsella. Her many books have been published and greatly received by the public who read them, with one book (Confessions of a Shopaholic) being turned into a motion picture. This film gained…

Gilbert Abbott à Beckett

Gilbert Abbott à Beckett was a UK humorist. He was born in 9 January 1811 in London He is a lawyer son and from a family which is claiming descent of the Thomas Becket. Gilbert had his education at Westminster School and he was known at Gray’s Inn in the bar in 1841. He initiated…

My thoughts on the Millenium Trilogy

Stieg Larsson wrote a rather amazing trilogy of books with this set. Although some say his writing is dull and staid, I have to say that when I read a book it has to grab my attention and allow me to almost visibly see the story as it unfolds. I am not interested in the…

The Lost Symbol

The Lost Symbol was the third book of the series which falls way short of quality and fails to meet the expectation of the readers.

Angels and Demons

Well I will be honest here in saying that, like most people, I didn’t even bother to read Angels and Demons until I read The Da Vinci Code.

The Da Vinci Code – A Fresh Perspective

When we talk of edge of the seat novel along with dozes of essential knowledge The Da Vinci Code stands out amongst the rest.