Neo-Victorian fiction: Sarah Waters and Victorian narratives from the shadows of Victorian society
After reading Affinity, I wanted to dive into the genre of neo-Victorianism and more of Sarah Waters’ writing. Novels like Affinity and Fingersmith belong to the genre of neo-Victorianism. This can be defined as modern reworkings of Victorian society in adaptations, novels, or other forms of media. What makes something neo-Victorian is that it engages with the Victorian age often…
Book Review: Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Taylor Jenkins Reid now has a great summer read. Though Reid has her own characteristic style, she has created a surprising novel, building on older writing styles. Malibu Rising tells the story of the Riva family. From the point where Mick and June met, up till a party organized by Nina and attended by Jay,…
Book Review: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Ever wanted to step into the glamorous Hollywood of the 1960s or ’70s? Then this is the novel to read. In The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Evelyn is ready to tell the world about her life. She does so to Monique Grant, a relatively unknown reporter at Vivant. Throughout this process, Monique finds that…