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Álvaro Enrigue’s You Dreamed of Empires reimagines the 1519 meeting of Hernán Cortés and Moctezuma, blending history with hallucinatory storytelling. With dark humor and rich prose, it explores power, conquest, and the distortions of history.-
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When the World Tips Over by James F. Lawrence follows a group of characters facing societal collapse and personal crisis. As they navigate political upheaval and survival, the novel explores themes of resilience and the human spirit in times of uncertainty.-
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Wed to the Grendel by Elizabeth L. Brooks reimagines the Beowulf legend, focusing on a young woman married to the monster Grendel. She faces the challenges of love, power, and her unlikely bond with a legendary creature.-
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We Solve Murders by Stephanie Vance follows a team of investigators as they tackle complex cases, uncovering secrets and twists along the way. The novel explores teamwork, justice, and the pursuit of truth in solving crimes.-
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There Are Rivers in the Sky by Radhika Maira Tabrez follows two women in contemporary India, exploring themes of family, identity, and the search for belonging. The novel delves into memory and the quiet strength found in everyday lives.-
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Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston follows Janie Crawford’s journey of self-discovery through three marriages, exploring themes of love, independence, and identity.-
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The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff uses Winnie the Pooh to explain Taoism, showing how simplicity and harmony lead to peace and contentment.-
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The Tale of Balen by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a poetic retelling of the tragic Arthurian legend of Sir Balin, a knight whose life is marked by loyalty, courage, and a fateful destiny. First published in 1896, the poem follows Sir Balin’s quest for honor and his encounters with themes of fate, vengeance, and the consequences of his actions. Swinburne’s vivid, lyrical verse captures the medieval atmosphere of King Arthur’s court while delving into the hero’s inner conflict and moral struggles. This work highlights Swinburne’s fascination with chivalric ideals and the tragic beauty of knightly legends, bringing to life one of the darker tales from Arthurian mythology.-
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The Small and the Mighty by Heather M. Ross follows small creatures who defy the odds to show that size doesn’t determine strength. The novel explores themes of courage, resilience, and the power of determination, celebrating how even the smallest can make a big impact.-
4.2 K • Jan 23, '25
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