Fallen Angels

I love a story that surprises you, a story that is not only well written but also written in an unconventional way. This was the case with Falling Angels by Tracy Chevalier. Each chapter is written from the point of view of a different character and we get to follow their thoughts and actions. It is such a melancholy story and I can’t help but think it must have been such a pain living during this time (the end of Victorian England) with all the restrictions society put on you.
Chevalier has found a nice balance between social commentary and pleasure reading in Falling Angels. It is one of the most well-written books I have read in a long time.
Josefine

My recommendations: The Pirate’s daughter by Margaret Cezair-Thompson

Fundamentalists

In a world where fear is constant and religious fundamentalists are the greatest enemies, it is refreshing to read a book (The reluctant Fundamentalist by Mohsin Hamid) that treats the subject light but seriously.
The Reluctant Fundamentalist is written completely from the perspective of a man sitting in a café in Afghanistan and reconstructs his life story to a man unknown to us. The end is predictable, but at the same time it takes you by surprise when it finally comes.
Josefine

My recommendations: Only half of me, being Muslim in Britain by Rageh Omaar

Nostalgia

A selection of Roald Dahl books are piled up on my nightstand waiting to be read. They are part of a new fresh edition paperbacks, all in the same format, packaged in a smart little box. Charlie and the chocolate factory, BFG, The witches, etc. and my absolute favourite Giraffe, Peli and I (my old picture book still exist somewhere in the bookshelves at my parents house).
I am waiting for a free afternoon to sit down for a nostalgia trip with Roald Dahl.
Josefine

My recommendations: Kiss Kiss by Roald Dahl

I caved in

As the frenzy has settled I have finally got around to reading Harry Potter. I borrowed the first book from the library (Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone). I have long avoided reading them as I thought the madness around J.K. Rowling and her books was too much. It is difficult for me to read and enjoy a book that everyone wants you to have an opinion about. Now I have decided to give it a shot, and yes, I will tell you all what I thought about it.
Josefine

My recommendations: Lord of the Flies by William Golding