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ClareR (6256 KP) rated The Heroines in Books

Oct 29, 2023  
The Heroines
The Heroines
Laura Shepperson | 2023 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Greek mythology is pretty much an insta-buy and read for me. I’m drawn to historical fiction anyway, and the Greek myths have always felt like an extension of that for me. That’s probably also why I’m especially attracted to the type of Greek myths that are so popular at the moment. I suppose it could be referred to more as Greek historical fiction rather than myth. The Gods and Goddesses have been taken out of the equation (inasmuch as Christian figures are in other historical fiction novels - they’re spoken of, but they don’t have a leading role), and the mortals are left to make their own life choices - even if they still like to blame it on the Gods.

Laura Shepperson gives voice to the women in the myths, and we see the story of Theseus and Phaedra from Phaedra’s point of view. There’s also a chorus of women who are suffering under the mistreatment of the men in Theseus’ palace. Servants and slave women had to do as they were told. The struggle for the women against this patriarchal system is at times violent, and the women rarely come out of it well.

There were a lot of characters in this, and I wonder if all of them were necessary. I’ll be honest, and it could be down to the good ole peri-meno brain, I did get a little confused at all the characters, but it didn’t spoil the story!

I enjoyed this quick read (ok, I didn’t put it down!). It gave me enjoyment for a couple of days - and that’s what reading is all about really, isn’t it!
  
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Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Until We End in Books

Jan 12, 2018  
UW
Until We End
Frankie Brown | 2013
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
[Until We End] is a post-apocalyptic novel that takes a sinister twist. As people all over the world die from a strange disease Cora and Coby hide at home as their dad told them. They believe they may be the only ones left but they were wrong.

[Frankie Brown] adds to the ever popular genre of YA post-apocalyptic fiction. Unlike others I feel you can never have too much of a good thing and this genre has always been a favorite. Keep them coming.
  
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Suswatibasu (1703 KP) rated Post-Truth in Books

Aug 8, 2017  
Post-Truth
Post-Truth
Matthew d'Ancona | 2017 | Essays, Philosophy, Psychology & Social Sciences
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Terrifyingly ominous, separating facts from fiction
Journalist Matthew D'Ancona does the arduous task of showing how to fight the current stream of fake news spouted by our current institutions. He is explicit in saying that this isn't the beginning of a radical idea, but something that has been building for some time, offering methods to combat the phenomena. It is deeply troubling how facts are pushed aside and myths are upheld by loud-mouthed establishments despite ample evidence to the contrary. An important read for current times.
  
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Auburn (57 KP) rated Maybe it's You in Books

Apr 10, 2019  
MI
Maybe it's You
Christy Hayes | 2019
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
When I requested this book I was looking at it as a cute NA romance read. It has so much more depth than that. This focuses more on romance and a connection to God. Labeled as a Christian fiction this book does not disappoint on that front. The main character Reagan becomes closer in her relationship with God in such a way that anyone going through something similar would be able to relate.
While I enjoyed the book it wasn't very memorable for me.
  
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Sophie Whitbread (4 KP) rated Dangerous Crossing in Books

Jun 7, 2019  
Dangerous Crossing
Dangerous Crossing
Rachel Rhys | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry, Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Intoxicating (2 more)
Easy Read
Interesting Characters
This is my first historical fiction and I have to say I surprisingly enjoyed it.
Lilian Shepard has decided to get on a ship to start afresh in Australia, she has to escape from the awful reminders of something awful that has happened to her.

During the trip she makes friends with a group of people from all different backgrounds and classes. Its all so new and exciting to begin with. By the end of the voyage, two people are dead.