Jade City is the thrilling first instalment to Fonda Lee’s Green Bone Saga. Set on the island of Kekon, Jade City dives straight to the action as readers are introduced to an explosive clan war, as vengeance, greed, and power threaten to shatter the fragile peace that has long brought order and prosperity to the city of… Read More Book Review: Jade City by Fonda Lee
Kyoto Animations are renowned for their stunning artwork and compelling stories. Before watching the show, Free had a reputation for its shipper fan-service. However, what people fail to see is the shows emotional depths and layered characters. The animation is vibrant and captivating, but the heart of this show is carried in the personal and… Read More TV Talk: Reasons to Watch Free!
Say goodbye to summer and get those knitted jumpers and boots out. Autumn is here, and already there’s a slight chill in the air. It is pumpkin spice latte season, and who isn’t ready for the falling leaves and cosy nights? Before we welcome this new season, let’s take the time to look back on… Read More August Wrap Up 2020
Goodbye summer sunshine, hello to cosy nights, autumn colours, and crisp cold air. With the days growing darker now is the perfect time to stock up on more books to transport you to worlds of magic and wonder. September always seems to be a strong month for new books, and this year is no different.… Read More Ones to Watch: September Book Releases 2020
The film that took the world by storm and rightfully made history as the first non-English language film to take home the Best Picture Award at this years Oscars. Belive the hype. Parasite is a masterpiece in storytelling. It’s an intellectually crafted story that is thrilling, humourous, and haunting. With a breathtaking score, visually striking… Read More Midnight Movies: Why You Need to Watch Parasite
Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme created by The Broke and Bookish and hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl where we get a new topic for a top 10 list. Apologies for the delay in this post, I’m still getting used to the new block editor. In an ideal world, nothing would make me… Read More Top Ten Tuesday: Questions I’d Ask My Favourite Authors
It’s been a while since we’ve spotlighted movies on this site, and while this writer has yet to make that trip to the cinema since pre-lockdown days, the make-shift home cinema gets the job done. This recent batch of movies ranges from the sinisterly uncomfortable, to the stylish and visually thrilling, and disappointing. Wind River… Read More Midnight Movies: Stylish Thrillers & Disappointing Remakes
The Umbrella Academy proved to the world that you don’t need Marvel to create compelling superhero dramas. This show took the world by storm with its eccentric family dynamics and bizarre concepts. The second season of the show takes us back to the 1960s where the Hargreeves siblings find themselves scattered through time as they… Read More TV Talk: Reasons to Watch The Umbrella Academy (Season 2)
Nothing beats a traditional board game, yet board games are so creative these days that there’s nothing traditional about them. The range of games available is insanity, and if you’re looking for a way to cut down on screen time and make more time for family, nothing beats a good board game. Whether you’re playing… Read More Discussion: Board Games The Whole Family Can Enjoy
Netflix’s Dark is a German sci-fi thriller that has taken the world by storm. It’s one of the best shows Netflix has ever produced and over 3 seasons, viewers are treated to a mind-bending, complex narrative that spotlights the intertwining influence of time and human nature. Set in the town of Winden, the case of… Read More 5 Reasons to watch Netflix’s Dark
