Stepping into the expansive sci-fi universe of “The Three-Body Problem,” I found myself immersed in a world that stretched my imagination. Having been introduced to Liu Cixin’s genius through “The Wandering Earth,” I was eager for more. Unlike the shorter narrative of “The Wandering Earth,” this trilogy promised a vast exploration of sci-fi themes, and…
“Yumi and the Nightmare Painter” by Brandon Sanderson is a standout story in his expansive Cosmere universe. Summary The book tells the tale of Yumi and Nikaro, two characters with unusual jobs from very different worlds. The story is set against the contrasting backdrops of Kilahito and Torio – cities of darkness and light, technology…
Warrior of the Altaii offers a distinct experience than Jordan’s Wheel of Time series. I recommend reading this after you are finished with the Wheel of Time series, as it is important to note the differences in character development and complexity. Want to read this book? Click here to buy on Amazon! If you are…
A Book Written By Mathias Énard I went to the bookstore again after what seems like forever, and I bought this book solely just because of the cover. That one random stroke in the middle of a picturesque painting is captivating for me. I never heard about this book before, but then Tell Them of…
Hideo Yokoyama is a Japanese mystery novelist. He has three novels translated into English: Six Four, Seventeen, and Prefecture D. Actually only two novels since Prefecture D is a short story collection. What makes Yokoyama’s book interesting is he never put crime in the main spotlight. Instead, his book always highlights political and power struggles…
Almond by Sohn Won Pyung Summary The book is about a young boy name Yoonjae, who suffers from Alexithymia – it is a condition where a person is having the difficulty in identifying and expressing emotions. Alexithymia is caused by a part in the head called the amygdala, which unfortunately not developing or the size…
Summary In the world of “Psychic Detective Yakumo,” author Manabu Kaminaga invites readers on a captivating journey into the realm of the supernatural, where ghosts, mysteries, and the unexplained converge. The story is about Yakumo Saitou, a college student with a unique gift: the ability to see spirits with his left eye. Yakumo’s character described as…
Summary What you are willing to risk to make your dreams come true? In “Shine,” Jessica Jung takes readers behind the scenes of the glamorous world of K-pop, offering a glimpse into the sacrifices and struggles faced by aspiring idols. At the center of the story is Rachel Kim, a 17-year-old Korean-American teenager who dreams…
Summary In “The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down,” Haemin Sunim, a renowned Buddhist teacher in Seoul, offers readers a profound exploration of life’s deepest questions and challenges. With over 3 million copies sold and translated into 35 languages, this book has captivated audiences around the world with its timeless wisdom and…
