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Little Women book review on Ameya

Little Women | Book Review | 1868 | Louisa May Alcott

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American author best known for her novel, Little Women. She was also a journalist, and an advocate for social justice and women’s rights. Alcott authored several other works, including Little Men and Jo’s Boys. She also wrote thrillers and Gothic novels under the pseudonym A.M. Barnard. Read more…

The Four Winds is a novel about feminism and motherhood, set in the era of the Great Depression

The Four Winds | Book Review | 2021 | Kristin Hannah

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Kristin Hannah is an American author who is known for her critically acclaimed novels such as The Nightingale and Firefly Lane. Both the books have been adapted into well-received movies. Hannah has also won several awards for her impressive works. These include the National Reader’s Choice Award given to her in 1996, Read more…

The Shadow King | Historical Fiction | Maaza Mengiste

Synopsis: As Ethiopia faces an imminent invasion by Italy, an orphaned girl struggles to adapt to her new life as a maid. Her employer, Kidane, who serves as an officer in Emperor Haile Selassie’s army, rushes to recruit his men to take on Mussolini’s formidable army. On the other hand, Hirut is less than content Read more…