I wasn't really sure what to write about today, but I had a brilliant suggestion of writing about books, one my fave things in the world.
During exam season, I struggle to find time to read so this week has been a good opportunity to open the covers of some pieces of literature I had been meaning to sink my teeth into for a while. Firstly, I borrowed a book from the library called "The Other Countess", this was a book for Young Adults set in Tudor times and I was pleasantly surprised as recently I've found YA fiction standards to be slipping, the stories becoming too similar and lacking in a certain quality. However this book kept me hooked, the characters were likable and at least had some sense, the story seemed realistic and also intriguing at the same time, definatly you should read it for yourself if you get the opportunity.
Another book I keep meaning to talk about is a classic- "War Of The Worlds", one of the first tales of alien invasion ever written. I love how this book is challenging to read and whilst focuses its attention mainly on the sequence of events the martians bring with them, also hints at several points to do with humanity, society, and conquest. Additionally, I would like to point out that the soundtrack "War Of The Worlds" is pretty amazing as well, I often listen to it when I need to think, plus I've seen it performed live and it was one of the most incredible things I've ever been to.
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I will also mention "Animal Farm", poissibly one of my favourite books of all time. This tale of revolution that in first light seems to be simply about a bunch of animals looking for freedom from oppression by humans, actually contains deep context which makes you think about whether we can ever truly live our lives fairly and equally. I'd say this book is a must read!
Well, there's a quick update for you of my recent reads...I love books so much so I may have actually gone into a lot of detail there! :D
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