Noughts and Crosses brings Malorie Blackman’s powerful story of love, race, and resilience to life on screen. With a vibrant Afro-futuristic setting, strong performances, and a compelling narrative, the adaptation celebrates Black British people, offering both long-time fans and new audiences an engaging and visually striking portrayal of this essential story.
Yaa Gyasi’s Homegoing is a poignant, ambitious debut that traces centuries of trauma and resilience. Through lyrical storytelling and unforgettable characters, Gyasi captures the enduring legacy of slavery and colonialism, reminding us that history’s echoes shape who we are — and that remembering is an act of strength.
Wattpad shaped me as a reader, and no story captures that nostalgia more than Rachelle Mills’ Clayton and Dallas. What began as late-night chapter drops and heated comment section debates has stayed with me for years. These books aren’t just romance, they’re about resilience, identity, and the courage to choose yourself. Even now, long after my tastes have changed, they remain a solid 5/5 in my heart.
The Fault in Our Stars was the first book that ever made me cry, and the film only deepened that heartbreak. Both the novel and film adaptation capture the same unforgettable love story, but through different strengths. With faithful storytelling, powerful performances, and a heartfelt tone, the adaptation proves how John Green’s story thrives in both mediums without losing its impact.
The first post to commemorate my Birthday month is my favourite BookTok sensation, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo! A book I read years ago and thoroughly enjoyed, its scandalous, emotional and heartfelt. transporting us back into The Golden Age of Hollywood and all the salaciousness that comes with. A BookTok fave and mine as well!
My relationship with Akwaeke Emezi has been nothing if not tumultuous, and nothing represents that more than Little Rot. An engrossing but captivating read which left VERY much to be desired. I give the rundown of why this was a difficult book and what this means for Emezi and me going forward.
We are all well aware of the Bridgerton craze…but not everyone knows they were once books. Bridgerton Season 2 gave us slow-burn glances, stolen touches, and THAT speech — but it also gave us a few plot twists. In this post, I’m diving deep into how the screen and page versions of Kanthony differ and which I prefer
It took me 7 months to finish reading Onyx Storm. What started as an exciting foray into a new and unique universe, transformed into an exhausting slug through one of the most frustrating books I’ve read this year. While I love the world Rebecca Yarros has created she has left very much to be desired. I unpack everything from disjointed plot holes to lack of character development, in this very very long review.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is one of those rare adaptations that really gets it right. The book is deeper and messier, while the movie leans into the dreamy rom-com vibe, focusing on Lara Jean and Peter’s romance and polishing the story for the screen. Both shine in different ways, but how do they really compare? Read on to find out how they weigh up against each other!
I decided to give Lights Out by Navessa Allen, the BookTok sensation a read! I was thoroughly entertained giddy and blushing the whole way through. A fun book with a morally ambiguous storyline Aly and Josh gave us so many laughs I couldn’t put it down. Despite my critiques I had a great time with this book and I dive into why in this post!
