A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder Book Review

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I don't think I have ever had so much fun reading a mystery/thriller. With her debut novel, Holly Jackson brings so much character and freshness to the genre that it makes A Good Girl's Guide to Murder one of the best YA thrillers I have ever read. The highlight of Holly's writing is that it is visibly inspired by the usual tropes of the genre and yet, she is able to put her own stamp on everything and offer something unique. ...  More

Glass Onion Movie Review

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Rian Johnson’s acclaimed Knives Out paved the way for a new loveable detective, Benoit Blanc, magnificently played by Daniel Craig. Daniel Craig once again is at the centre of a murder mystery in Glass Onion. However, unlike Knives Out the overall feel of Glass Onion is somewhat casual and playful. As you would recall, in the first film, there was a sense of intensity and gloom right through. Glass Onion does stand on its own as a Mystery Comedy which is a lot of fun. But If I am completely honest, I did miss the gloom and intensity a bit. ...  More

Enola Holmes 2 Movie Review

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There is something about the world created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It has always fascinated me for many reasons, but the biggest reason would be how deep-rooted the characters and narrative are to reality. The power of his writing is such that it stays relevant even when creators play around with it. It has been modernised, has had changes to the geography/physical setting and even had the gender of main characters flipped. As long as the core remained intact, all of it came together beautifully. ...  More