Month: June 2024

“The past is never dead. It’s not even past.”

A review of “Requiem for a Nun” in 100 words by Catherine Stover

This is one of my favorite lines in American literature. It’s blunt and clear, even though it’s from a book that is neither blunt nor clear. Reading Requiem for a Nun requires participating in an experiment. It … Read More

“I didn’t feel the same unwavering love for anyone else.”

A review of “Cat and Bird” in 100 words by Catherine Stover

When Kyoko Mori writes about her love for her cats and birds, she doesn’t hold back. Her devotion is unquestionably…well…obsessive. It’s tempting to see her in that light only. However, in an interview, Mori says this, “I … Read More