Books & Movies
Living Between Past and Present in Past Lives
Norah Xun reviews Past Lives exploring what makes it a deeply resonant and meaningful film.
A Book vs. Movie Comparison: The Martian
Isabella Ciaccia reviews of The Martian by Andy Weir, comparing the book and movie, exploring science, key plot changes, and Mark Watney’s journey.
Invisibility With A Side of Academic Perfectionism: Review of If You Could See the Sun
Alice Su reviews If You Could See the Sun analysing its characters, plot and themes.
Phantasma: The Darkness Behind the Magic
A gripping review of Kaylie Smith’s Phantasma, a dark fantasy romance featuring deadly trials, demons, and an unforgettable love story.
Review: Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
Gregory Perri takes a look at Can’t Hurt Me, revealing how discipline, resilience, and self-accountability can reshape your life.
K-Pop Demon Hunters: Singing Their Way Into Our Hearts
Alexis Icasas takes a look at the characters, themes, and music in K-Pop Demon Hunters.
The Power of Being Powerless: Fearless in the End
A thrilling review of Lauren Roberts’ Powerless series—where love, survival, and courage collide in a kingdom that punishes the powerless.
The Kite Runner: A Tale of True Friendship
Nikiita Kumar takes a look at the plot, characters and themes in The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini.
The Way of Kings: A Thousand Pages of Adventure
Pranav Gunti takes a look at the setting, characters and writing style in The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson.
Studio Ghibli’s Quiet Heroines: Why Studio Ghibli’s Female Characters Feel So Real
Victoria Petersen takes an in-depth look at Studio Ghibli's female characters, and why they feel so authentic.
No Two Stories are the Same
Charlotte Gilmore's diverse list of favourite stories, just in time for some summer reading.
Atomic Habits: A Book Review
Lucia Alfonso reviews Atomic Habits by James Clear.
The Many Ways I Fell in Love with Matilda
Alexis Icasas pens a love letter to the different adaptations of Roald Dahl's Matilda.