Review: Jane Eyre

This was one of those classic books I avoided due to its length. I also didn't think I particularly cared for Gothic literature. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized these were silly excuses. I'd read all of the Wheel of Time series and I really enjoyed Frankenstein. Plus, an online …

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Review: A Tale of Two Cities

In my trek to revisit classic literature (and read the books I was supposed to have read and...didn't), I've finally made my way back to Dickens, specifically to one of his greats: A Tale of Two Cities. I remember trying to read this book in high school. I didn't make it past the first page. …

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Shakespeare’s Macbeth: Favorite Scenes

No book is truly ever the work of one person. Some people offer inspiration, others support, and some even tangible help. Such is the case with this book. I had a couple of friends and my husband to help me shape up this book. They provided criticism and feedback on this commentary which I am …

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Review: Pride and Prejudice

A book for men and women that has stood the test of time.

Review: Gulliver’s Travels

There were many books I was supposed to have read in school, and I'm pretty sure this is one of them. I can't remember exactly, but it was probably the case with this one as well. But hey, I guess it just wasn't the time yet. So I suggested to my reading group that we …

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