Midnight in Chernobyl is a historical non fiction written by Adam Higginbotham. As the title suggests, this book details the entire Chernobyl nuclear meltdown in what was at the time, the Soviet Union, but now present day Ukraine. Higginbotham begins by explaining the precursor to this tragic event. This includes how the Soviet Union cut costs in their construction of nuclear plants in order to bring them online at a rapid pace. This included operators not being properly trained.
The Forerunner is an autobiography by Cori Bush who currently serves as the representative in the house for Missouri’s first congressional district. The book details her life before politics and how her experiences throughout her life have shaped her to be the person she is today. The book is really raw and honest and contains some heavy topics that Cori has experienced throughout her life, especially in her childhood.
Oathbringer is the third book in The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Coming off of the wildly successful first two books, the story grows more compelling and exciting. Sanderson finally weaves Danilar’s, Shallan’s, and Kaladin’s storylines together. Now that many characters have met and much of the book takes place in the newly discovered Urithuru, the true meat of the series is finally revealed.
Words of Radiance is the second book in The Stormlight Archive series by Brandon Sanderson. Please read the first book, The Way of Kings, before this review. After the momentous events of the last book, the war against the Parshendi has taken a turn. Danilar must face assassins while trying to navigate politics and allies on the Shattered Plains. Kaladin has taken on a new role as bodyguard, and must find a way to balance his new responsibilities with his burgeoning powers.
The Way of Kings is Brandon Sanderon’s first novel in a sweeping fantasy series entitled The Stormlight Archive. Set in a mythical world called Roshar, the book centers on a few characters; the dead king’s brother Danilar, who is attempting to avenge his brother’s memory. Kaladin, a slave who has survived many hardships and is cursed to endure them. Shallan, a young girl set on saving her family through whatever means necessary.
Every Falling Star is a historical autobiography by Sungju Lee. In his autobiography, Sungju details his life in North Korea and his harrowing escape from the country. His story starts out in Pyongyang back when he was a child. His family includes his dad who is a military officer, his mom, his dog Bo Cho as well as his grandfather, who is a doctor and grandmother who is a former teacher.
After escaping the terrible maze trials, they ended up being rescued only to find themselves in another simulation, designed to rule out the weak kids in the lot. Thomas is confused on what to do next and doesn’t even know if he can trust his own friends in the process. Join them on the journey they will take filled with mysteries, hideous creatures, and some of the deepest and darkest secrets about the situation of humanity and what’s to come in this dystopian novel.
State of the Onion, by Julie A. Hyzy, tells the story of a White House chef who becomes embroiled in a state security mystery. Protagonist Olivia Paras is an assistant chef in the White House, and on her way to work she stops an intruder from getting to the President. What she at first thinks was just a simple security matter becomes an extended plot that could threaten both the President and the United States.
Life of Pi by Yann Martel is a captivating tale that follows the journey of Pi Patel, a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and finds himself adrift in the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. As Pi struggles for survival in the vast and unforgiving ocean, he grapples with his faith, identity, and the power of storytelling.
We Were Liars is a captivating novel that intertwines themes of family, love, and the corrosive nature of lies. Set on a private island off the coast of Massachusetts, owned by the wealthy Sinclair family, the story is told through the eyes of Cadence Sinclair Eastman. Cadence, her cousins, and a close family friend (the "Liars" of the title) spend every summer together on the island, living a life of privilege and leisure.
