Category: Book and Film Reviews
“Powers” in”Tissue” and “The Emigree”
July 14th, 2024 by Hiti BansalIt is unflinching to state that the poems “Tissue” by Imtiaz Dharker and “The Emigree” by Carol Rumens both explore the power inherent in seemingly fragile things but convey different senses. The power of a tissue with clubs together to make an extremely fragile paper is depicted in the poem “Tissue” while, in the poem …
YES DAY!!
June 30th, 2024 by Bhuvi BansalI recently saw a really nice and interesting movie named “Yes Day” on Netflix . In the beginning the parents of Katie, Nando, and Ellie used to be very exciting and never said no to anything till they did not have any kids. After having kids saying YES became very rare for Carlos and Allison.Their …
Unraveling the Layers of Society and Sentiment in Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice”
May 1st, 2024 by Kashika JainJane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice,” first published in 1813, is much more than a simple love story. Although the spark between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy has undoubtedly captured the hearts of readers for over two centuries, Austen’s novel delves deep into the fabric of early 19th-century English society, weaving themes of class, marriage, and …
Five Survive by Holly Jackson
May 1st, 2024 by Joy Luo“Five Survive” is a novel that follows the journey of five teenagers who find themselves trapped in a caravan that they are meant to be travelling in when shooters are trained on it. One of the members of their friend group: Simon, Red, Maddy, Oliver, Arthur and Reyna, has a secret they need to reveal …
Survive the Night by Riley Sager
April 15th, 2024 by Joy LuoSurvive The Night by Riley Sager is a psychological thriller set in the late 20th century. Charlie, a university student, decides to carpool with a stranger on a long road trip from her university back to her hometown after experiencing grief from the murder of her best friend/roommate. However, she realises that the man driving …
Factual v/s Fantasy Books
January 1st, 2024 by Hiti BansalWhat Are Fantasy Books? Fantasy is basically the genre that typically has no basis in scientific fact or speculation.These use fiction and imaginative stuff like magic, disney characters and much more. Not only this but sometimes living or non-living organisms are also presented as real characters . These books are interesting to read and grab …
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
December 24th, 2023 by Gunn MittalAyo Potterheads, As I sit down to pen my thoughts on the events that unfolded during my fourth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, I cannot help but be filled with a mixture of awe, fear, and pride. The Triwizard Tournament, which was meant to be a source of excitement and entertainment, turned …
Ron’s Account of experiences in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows”
December 23rd, 2023 by Gunn MittalAyo Potterheads, It’s me, Ron Weasley, and I’m here to share my personal account of the tumultuous events that unfolded during our quest for the Horcruxes in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” You see, it was a journey that tested not just our magical prowess, but also our resilience and the power of our …
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
December 23rd, 2023 by Gunn MittalAyo Potterhead, The fifth year when Harry, Hermione, and I returned to Hogwarts was marked by a palpable sense of unease and tension. Dumbledore’s absence and the rising threat of Voldemort’s return cast a long shadow over the school. However, it was Harry’s deepening struggles, exacerbated by the doubting whispers of many in the wizarding …
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