Reading Wrap-up | March 2017

TL;DR

In this video, the content creator shares their thoughts on various books they read in the month of March, including a poetry anthology, a Greek myth retelling, a comic book series, and a dystopian novel.

Transcript

hi guys so Luke where I am I am back in Edinburgh the moment i'm visiting for my mom's birthday but they had some time so i thought as is the first of april what I'm sewing this I mean March has just ended it would be the perfect time to sew my March beating wrap up from the comfort of my study and I recently posted a bookshelf tour of this room wi... Read More

Key Insights

• ❓ "Furies" is a highly recommended poetry anthology due to its diverse collection of poems and the majority of them being enjoyable.
• 👶 "The Children of Jocasta" offers a new perspective on Greek mythology by explaining the mythological elements within a realistic context.
• 😫 "Paper and Girls" is a fantastic comic book series set in the 1980s, with engaging characters and a sense of humor.
• 💌 "Never Let Me Go" is a unique dystopian novel that focuses on personal relationships and explores grief and emotions in a captivating way.
• 👶 The content creator also recommends the Sherlock Holmes novels narrated by Stephen Fry, as well as "The Book of Three," a traditional children's fantasy novel.
• 🫠 Margaret Atwood's "Hag-Seed," a retelling of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," is a captivating and intriguing read.
• 🫠 Despite the different genres, the content creator found enjoyment in each book they read in the month of March.

Questions & Answers

Q: What makes "Furies" a standout poetry anthology?

"Furies" stands out due to its diverse collection of poems by different authors, providing a variety of perspectives and emotions. The content creator enjoyed the majority of the poems and believes it is a great collection for poetry novices or those wanting to discover new poets.

Q: How does "The Children of Jocasta" bring Greek mythology to life in a new way?

"The Children of Jocasta" retells the Greek myth by setting it in antiquity and explaining the mythological elements using realistic phenomena. This unique approach makes the characters feel more real and breathes new life into the story. It can be enjoyed even without prior knowledge of the myth.

Q: What makes "Paper and Girls" an exceptional comic book series?

"Paper and Girls" is highly recommended because of its engaging storyline, set in the 1980s, which quickly turns into a science fiction graphic novel. The 12-year-old girls in the story are independent and have a sense of humor, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read.

Q: How does "Never Let Me Go" compare to other dystopian novels?

"Never Let Me Go" is a dystopian novel that focuses on three flawed yet intriguing characters. Unlike traditional dystopian novels, this book delves into personal relationships and emotions. While the first 50 pages may be challenging, the content creator found it captivating once they switched to the audio version.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The content creator highly recommends "Furies," a poetry anthology of women warriors, as it offers a unique collection of poems by different authors and covers a wide range of emotions.

• They enjoyed "The Children of Jocasta," a retelling of the Greek myth of Oedipus and Jocasta, which sets the story in antiquity and explains the mythological elements within a realistic context.

• "Paper and Girls," a comic book series set in the 1980s, impressed the content creator with its engaging storyline, memorable characters, and humor.

• "Never Let Me Go," a dystopian novel by Kazuo Ishiguro, initially had a slow start for the content creator but became increasingly captivating, focusing on three main characters and their relationships.