Optional started reading Die Farben der Magie by Terry Pratchett
The Colour of Magic is a 1983 fantasy comedy novel by Terry Pratchett, and is …
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@PaulCzege@dice.camp oh no! Thanks for the hint and the recommendation. The vibes in chapter 1 were a bit off, but now I know 😅
Optional started reading Starship Troopers by Robert A. Heinlein
Recently rewatched the movie and enjoyed it less than the first time around. Maybe the book's better?
Optional finished reading Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
Published in 2004, it is an alternative history set in 19th-century England around the time …
Whew, 31h in 28 days, but I got it done before my vacation. Chonky book, but worth it. Review to come.
Optional started reading Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
Published in 2004, it is an alternative history set in 19th-century England around the time of the Napoleonic Wars. Its …
Optional reviewed Ambivalenz by Amélie Nothomb
Claude ist ein unbeständiger Verehrer. Erst lässt er seinen Charme spielen und verführt Dominique mit …
Eindeutig gut
5 stars
Eine feministisch emanzipatorische Auseinandersetzung mit Zorn, Hass und Liebe.
Ganzes Review hier.
Optional finished reading Ambivalenz by Amélie Nothomb
Claude ist ein unbeständiger Verehrer. Erst lässt er seinen Charme spielen und verführt Dominique mit …
Die Nothomb ist und bleibt meine Lieblingsautorin 🤩
Optional reviewed Nietzsche by Michael Tanner
Does what it sets out to do
4 stars
This little introduction takes the reader on a (mostly) chronological trip through Friedrich Nietzsche's work. As I'm reading this for its intended purpose—as an introduction before diving into Nietzsche's own writing—I cannot as yet judge how accurate it is. Nevertheless, I feel like I've been provided a good overview of Nietzsche's work, the discourse around him, as well as some of the most important biographical information which will hopefully aid in understanding his texts.
A couple of polemic passages, which probably aim to mirror Nietzsche's own style, make this book not only a quick, but also an enjoyable read.
This is already my full review, but you can find the original here
Optional started reading Nietzsche by Michael Tanner
Optional reviewed The Wave by Morton Rhue
Only a ripple in the kiddie pool
1 star
I'd rather recommend the documentary Lesson Plan (2010) or episode 399 of The Dollop podcast.
Full review here.
Optional reviewed Die Passion by Amélie Nothomb
»Ich wusste schon immer, dass sie mich zum Tode verurteilen würden«, so beginnt dieser Roman. …
Not quite quenching it
2 stars
Some amazing aspects, some that really disappointed me. If you liked this, please help me. I want to like it so bad.
Full review here.
Optional finished reading The Wave by Morton Rhue
Optional finished reading Die Passion by Amélie Nothomb
Die Passion by Amélie Nothomb
»Ich wusste schon immer, dass sie mich zum Tode verurteilen würden«, so beginnt dieser Roman. Hier spricht Jesus Christus in …
Optional reviewed The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim
Ji-won's life is in disarray. Her father's affair has ripped her family to shreds, leaving …
Delicious, but could've used a couple more minutes in the oven
4 stars
The protagonist isn't afraid to get her hands dirty in this Asian American story of vengeance. Printed in the worst layout I've seen.
Full review here.
Optional finished reading The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim
Ji-won's life is in disarray. Her father's affair has ripped her family to shreds, leaving …
In this household we support women's rights and, of course, women's wrongs. Review to follow