Henry Kisor 
It was a lazy Sunday afternoon when I first picked up The Harafish by Naguib Mahfouz. I had been meaning to read something by the renowned Egyptian novelist for a while, having heard so much about his literary prowess and profound insights into human nature. As I settled into my favorite reading nook, little did … Read more
I have to admit, when I first picked up The Caxtons by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, I didn’t quite know what to expect. It’s a Victorian novel that doesn’t seem to get as much attention as the literary giants of that era like Dickens, Eliot, or the Brontë sisters. But I’m always intrigued by family sagas and … Read more
A Captivating Journey Through the Turbulent Life of Richard III It was a rainy Sunday afternoon when I stumbled upon Sharon Kay Penman’s “The Sunne in Splendour” at the local bookstore. As an avid reader of historical fiction, I was immediately drawn to the book’s intriguing premise – a retelling of the life of Richard … Read more
I’ve always been fascinated by ancient Greek history, particularly the era of the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta. When I stumbled upon Steven Pressfield’s “Tides of War,” a historical fiction novel that promised to bring this pivotal period to life through the eyes of Alcibiades, one of the most brilliant and controversial figures of … Read more
A Mythical Journey Through Ancient Greece It was a lazy Sunday afternoon when I stumbled upon Mary Renault’s “The King Must Die” at the local bookstore. I had been searching for a new historical fiction novel to transport me to another time and place, and the book’s intriguing cover caught my eye. Little did I … Read more
A Captivating Journey into the Forgotten Past Discovering a Hidden Gem I have to admit, I stumbled upon “People of the Longhouse” quite by chance. As someone deeply fascinated by Native American history and culture, I was browsing the shelves of a local bookstore when this intriguing title caught my eye. The premise of a … Read more
A Thrilling Descent into Ancient Mysteries and Madness As an avid reader of mystery and thriller novels, I’m always on the lookout for stories that can keep me on the edge of my seat. When I stumbled upon “The Book of the Dead” by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, the intriguing premise immediately caught my … Read more
My Journey Through The Tale of Genji As someone who has always been fascinated by Japanese culture and literature, I had heard about “The Tale of Genji” numerous times, but it wasn’t until recently that I decided to embark on this literary adventure. The catalyst for picking up this book was a conversation with a … Read more
A Window Into an 11th Century Japanese Noblewoman’s Soul You know that feeling when you stumble upon a literary gem that transports you to a completely different world? A work so rich and immersive that it makes you feel like you’ve traveled through time itself? That’s exactly how I felt while reading “The Sarashina Diary” … Read more