2043...A Merman I Should Turn to Be by Nisi Shawl My rating: 4 of 5 stars Original Mer StoryThe underwater world was really original. The complexities of the races and politics were intriguing though disturbing. Of course, the human flaw to migrate toward "us vs them" (regardless of what credentials they base it on - … Continue reading My Book Review of 2043…(A Merman I Should Turn to Be) (Black Stars)
Category: Short Stories & Quick Reads
My Book Review of The Black Pages (Black Stars #2)
The Black Pages by Nnedi Okorafor My rating: 5 of 5 stars Captavating Mix of Time & BeliefA blend of modern with mysticism... clashing cultures, generations, and faiths. What a truly memorizing tale.What I liked was the current events woven into traditions, which tied into the importance of books. It's an original concept and very … Continue reading My Book Review of The Black Pages (Black Stars #2)
My Book Review of The Visit (Black Stars)
The Visit by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie My rating: 5 of 5 stars Just Wow - Original and InsightfulThe gender reversal in the society written about both disturbed and fascinated me. Immediately pulling me in, I saw the parallels between the patriarchal society we exist compared to the one's the author presented in her universe. It … Continue reading My Book Review of The Visit (Black Stars)
My Book Review of There’s a Bear in the House!
There's a Bear in the House! by Walter Kirn My rating: 4 of 5 stars Deep and Thought-provokingAgain, another short story that sounded interesting, though, it still left me without expectations. Reading it, I ran a gamut of emotions - most of which was melancholy with ponderance. What I liked was the introspection of the … Continue reading My Book Review of There’s a Bear in the House!
TWISTED REVERIES – Short Horror Stories by Meg Hafdahl
Twisted Reveries 13 Tales of the Macabre A dark short story collection by critically acclaimed horror and suspense author,Meg Hafdahl Released and published by Inklings Publishing The book is available worldwide in paperback and e-format In Twisted Reveries, suspense author Meg Hafdahl introduces us to thirteen unforgettable women. They include a grieving mother, a librarian … Continue reading TWISTED REVERIES – Short Horror Stories by Meg Hafdahl
J.M. NORTHUP 