(Review) The Man I Think I Know – Mike Gayle

The Man I Think I Know is a lovely story about two men who knew eachother at school, but didn't mix in the same circles. Life has not been kind to either of them and Gayle tells their story about overcoming these difficulties. The main characters, Danny and James, find friendship in the unlikeliest of ways…

(Book vs Film) Everything, Everything – Nicola Yoon

Nicola Yoon. What a brilliant mind she has to create such beautiful characters and storylines. Full review of Everything, Everything coming soon, however here I wanted to talk about the book vs film. There were some really special moments in the book that I'm disappointed didn't make it into the film. For starters, I didn't…

(Review) Will Grayson, Will Grayson – John Green and David Levithan

I am a huge fan of John Green however I have to say 'Will Greyson, Will Greyson' is not a personal favourite of mine. Once I had put the book down I was left feeling very conflicted as there is a great plot, but something felt missing. I wouldn't agree it brings readers to tears,…

(Review) The Little Prince – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry did an amazing job with The Little Prince. It is filled with really insightful morals and views on the human condition. Although it is a story aimed for children, adults can learn a lot from The Little Prince's journey. There are many embedded teachings and values which children may not fully understand…

(Review) The Sun Is Also a Star – Nicola Yoon

This book was absolutely beautiful. There's something about Yoon's way with words that they just absorb into you and make you forget that there is another world existing outside. I got absolutely lost in this book, which is a very special, and quite rare feeling. As first I was sceptical about the constant switch back…

(Review) An Abundance of Katherines – John Green

John Green. One of my favourite YA authors ever. His stories are so beautifully written and An Abundance of Katherines did not disappoint. An Abundance of Katherines focuses around Colin, a child prodigy, and his best friend Hassan. After being dumped by the nineteenth Katherine, Hassan and Colin go on a road trip to try…

The Great Gatsby – F. Scott Fitzgerald

After reading The Great Gatsby I was left with so many questions. Does Daisy actually love Gatsby? Did Gatsby even love Daisy? Gatsby's whole purpose was to win Daisy back, as she was the love of his life. However she seemed more like a prize to him rather than the love of his life.  The…