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Category: Book Reviews

  • On Tyranny: Lesson 5 and the Importance of Professional Ethics

    In On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century, historian Timothy Snyder reminds us that democracy does not erode solely through violent coups or overnight revolutions—it dissolves when individuals abandon their ethical responsibilities, one decision at a time. Among his most urgent lessons is Lesson 5: “Remember professional ethics.” In Snyder’s words: “It is hard…

  • From The Handmaid’s Tale to The Jewel: Dystopian Novels Forewarning America’s Battle Over Reproductive RightsThe Handmaid’s Tale

    As America faces increasing threats to reproductive rights, dystopian novels like The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood and The Jewel by Amy Ewing feel more relevant than ever. Both explore themes of forced pregnancies, patriarchal control, and government oppression — issues that mirror real-world concerns in post-Roe America. By examining these powerful narratives, readers can…

  • On Tyranny: 20 Lessons from the 20th Century

    When I started reading On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century – I was unsure what to expect. This novel was written during the first Donald Trump presidency and has been on “best seller” lists since its release. It focuses on tyranny as a concept in the United States political climate. The author, Timothy Snyder, explains…

  • I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

    Content Warning: Discussion of disordered eating (Anorexia, Bulimia), abusive parenting, calorie restriction, dubious consent, and other sensitive topics are discussed in this post. If these are not conducive to your mental health, please click away.  If you grew up in the mid-2000s or had access to Nickelodeon between 2007 and 2012, you may remember the…