Tag: North America books

Review: On Fragile Waves by E. Lily Yu

On Fragile Waves by E. Lily Yu shows how even the most lighthearted story can hide a world of pain.

Review: Natural History by Carlos Fonseca

Natural History by Carlos Fonseca is a multi-layered story that slowly reveals the unique history and artistic views of a family.

Most interesting and engaging books of 2020

What are the best new books in 2020? And how about surprisingly good older gems? A year of reviewing books led me to some very engaging books.

Review: The Vines by Shelley Nolden

The Vines by Shelley Nolden is about the ethical dilemmas involved in curing diseases and fighting pandemics.

Review: I’ll Fly Away by Rudy Francisco

I’ll Fly Away by the American spoken word poet Rudy Francisco is a poetry collection about language barriers and (mis)communication.

Review: The Ghost Moths by Harry Farthing

The Ghost Moths by Harry Farthing is about Tibet’s struggle for independence. A great read infused with history, culture, and mysteries.

Review: The Fish Dress by Carol Parker

The Fish Dress by Carol Parker features a magical dress stimulating braveness in the main character. A braveness much needed to overcome past traumas.

Review: Land-Water-Sky / Ndè-Tı-Yat’a by Katłıà

Land-Water-Sky by Katłıà is a mythical story collection inspired by Dene (Canada) legends and myths. What if the otherworldly lived among us?

Review: Inheritors by Asako Serizawa

Inheritors by Asako Serizawa shows the effects of WWII on families through stories spanning decades. Set in the USA and Japan, it explores how history is lived.

Review: Some Are Always Hungry by Jihyun Yun

The poems in Some Are Always Hungry by Jihyun Yun have a good flow and read like stories. Get ready to sympathize with (human) food...