Review of Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia by Julia Ioffe From the moment I picked up Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, I felt a pull, a curiosity about how feminism wove its intricate threads through the tumultuous tapestry of Russian history. Julia Ioffe, a distinguished journalist and writer, captivated me not …
Finding Roots in Memory: A Reflection on The Eternal Forest: A Memoir of the Cuban Diaspora When I first picked up Elena Sheppard’s The Eternal Forest: A Memoir of the Cuban Diaspora, I found myself drawn in not only by its evocative title but also by the promise of a nuanced exploration of identity, legacy, …
Review of Daughters of the Bamboo Grove: From China to America by Barbara Demick When I first heard about Daughters of the Bamboo Grove: From China to America, I found myself drawn to its promise of exploring the complex and often murky waters of adoption from China, particularly the themes of identity and family. Barbara …
A Journey into Extravagance: Reflections on Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan When I first picked up Crazy Rich Asians, I wasn’t just diving into a novel; I was embarking on what I hoped would be a delightful journey through opulence, wit, and cultural nuance. Having heard about its success and the buzz surrounding the …
Book Review: I’ll Love You Forever: Notes from a K-Pop Fan by Giaae Kwon From the moment I picked up Giaae Kwon’s "I’ll Love You Forever: Notes from a K-Pop Fan," I felt a nostalgic pull back to my own brief, albeit fervent, fling with K-Pop. Kwon’s earnest exploration of fandom mirrors the complex, often …
A Journey of Struggle and Resilience: A Review of The Medicine Woman of Galveston When I first stumbled upon The Medicine Woman of Galveston, I was immediately drawn in by the premise of a tenacious woman grappling with society’s constraints while trying to carve her own path. Amanda Skenandore’s storytelling had intrigued me in her …