“The Age Of Magic”: a review of Ben Okri’s magic realist novel
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“The Age Of Magic”: a review of Ben Okri’s magic realist novel

Disclosure: This page may contain affiliate links. Clicking through for additional information or to make a purchase may result in a small commission. There are two reasons why I bought this book: I had a gift voucher and the setting of the book was Switzerland (the country I call home). I wasn’t sure what to … Continue reading

Fight fear and the unknown with literature
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Fight fear and the unknown with literature

The first time I heard the word “Africa” was from my Mum. We were sitting at the dinner table and I wouldn’t eat my peas. They smelled funny and there was no way she was going to convince me otherwise. She told me in a stern strong voice, “There are children starving in Africa you … Continue reading

My Pick for the Man Booker Prize of 2015
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My Pick for the Man Booker Prize of 2015

You’ve got to be in it win it right? Some people bet on horse races and greyhounds, or at card tables, so why not bet on books? There are very few yard-sticks that I use to measure the quality of a book. Usually, I try to find new books on my own, or through trusted … Continue reading