The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters is a brilliant fusion of gothic horror, social critique, and psychological suspense. The novel is set in Warwickshire, England, after World War II. It takes place at the dilapidated Hundreds Hall, where the once-prestigious Ayres family struggles to keep up with the upkeep of their failing estate. Waters tells…
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Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a brilliant fusion of historical fiction and gothic horror that takes readers to 1950s Mexico, a location not often seen in the genre. The book is a remarkable addition to modern horror because of its eerie atmosphere, complex characters, and intriguing riddles. Noemí Taboada, a stylish and astute socialite…
Still Alice by Lisa Genova
The wonderful, smart, and compelling book; Still Alice by Lisa Genova transports readers to the frightening and confusing realm of Alzheimer’s illness. The book is notable not only for its skillfully written prose and well-drawn characters but also for the deep empathy it arouses for people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, especially since it follows the…
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
Mark Haddon’s excellent novel ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ defies easy categorization. It combines psychological inquiry, mystery, and coming-of-age themes into a story as distinct as its lead character. Since its 2003 release, the book has received much praise for its creative narrative and insightful look into the thoughts of a…
Mystery Summer Reads Bucket List
We love mystery novels, especially in the summer. Here is a list to keep you busy this summer. Image Credit: amazon.com Moorewood Family Rules by HelenKay Dimon Where Are the Children Now? by Alafair Burke and Mary Higgins Clark The Night Flowers by Sara Herchenroether The Senator’s Wife by Liv Constantine One Perfect Couple by…
The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko
The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko is a captivating examination of the behaviors, lifestyles and wealth building activities of well to do Americans. First printed in 1996, it debunks many misconceptions about money in America as well as presents empirical findings on how…
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco by Bryan Burrough and John Helyar
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco is a nonfiction about one of America’s most scandalous corporate takeovers. Burrough and Helyar wrote the book in 1990 as an account of how control over RJR Nabisco, which had a reputation for selling cigarettes and snacks, was fought for aggressively with all kinds of tactics…
The Money Culture by Michael Lewis
Michael Lewis’s The Money Culture is a fascinating examination of the extravagances and oddities of the financial world throughout the 1980s. Published in 1991, this collection of essays follows on from his earlier work; Liar’s Poker, which probes into stranger aspects that define an economy largely determined by money like Wall Street. Image Credit: amazon.com…
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
The Kite Runner, a debut novel by Khaled Hosseini, is a heart-wrenching and gripping story that follows the lives of two boys, Amir and Hassan as it traverses the tumultuous political background in Afghanistan. Set against the backdrop of an unsettled nation, the narrative by Hosseini broaches issues like cooperation, deceit, and salvation. Image Source:…
Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
Liane Moriarty’s “Big Little Lies” is a captivating narrative that weaves together the otherwise hushed suburban mothers’ lives with their secrets and lies. The novel is set in Pirriwee, a picturesque coastal town in Australia, and explores the lives of three women—Madeline, Celeste, and Jane—who share children attending the same kindergarten and whose lives are…