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  • Priest by Sierra Simone

    Priest by Sierra Simone
    2024/11/09

    Sierra Simone took a really bold artistic step with this book and gave readers an undiluted reading experience. And i am not talking about just the smut! On this episode, I talked about the things i love most about the book including:

    • Taboo and Faith in Eroticism
    • Intersections of Guilt, Sin, and Redemption
    • Religion as a Backdrop for Desire
    • Feminine Desire and Autonomy
    • Artistic Freedom vs. Respect for Religion

    I hope you enjoy listening. Thank you.


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    34 分
  • When Love Visits by Comfort Omovre

    When Love Visits by Comfort Omovre
    2024/11/02
    My honest review about Comfort Omovre's debut including discussion about plot, narrative style, dialogue, and final rating.

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    34 分
  • The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun

    The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
    2024/10/26
    This book has everything!!! From authenticity in the portrayal of LGBTQ+ romance, to the sensitivity in which mental health and neurodiversity is explored, and most importantly, an eye opener on asexuality.

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    37 分
  • The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi

    The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi
    2024/10/19

    On this episode, i discussed how Akwaeke Emezi explored the tension between Nigerian cultural traditions and the individual expression of queerness so realistically, it brought tears to my eyes. I especially appreciate how this novel highlight the larger issue of how Nigerian society, which is deeply rooted in heteronormative and patriarchal structures, struggles with accommodating non-conformist identities.The main points of this review/discussion are:


    • Navigating queer existence in a homophobic society.
    • Exploration of gender fluidity.
    • The role of hair as symbolism.
    • sexuality and secrecy
    • internalised homophobia and shame.
    • Spirituality and mysticism.


    I hope you enjoy this episode as much as i did.


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    38 分
  • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

    The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
    2024/10/12
    Is having seven husbands really a big deal? Ask the gorgeous and charismatic Evelyn Hugo who reaches for the things she wants without a care in the world. And if seven husbands is how she gets it, so be it. On this episode, I discussed the life Evelyn Hugo lived—her morality and manipulation, LGBTQ+ representation, portrayal of female empowerment, true love, biphobia and others. Enjoy!

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    49 分
  • Broken by Fatima Bala

    Broken by Fatima Bala
    2024/10/05
    No holds barred discussion on Broken by Fatima Bala. While reading this thought provoking book, some questions came into my mind about the intersectionality of love, desire, and faith. The love between Fai'za and Ahmad challenges religious boundaries, and i cannot help but wonder if this novel is suggesting that personal desire can or should override strict religious observance. Also, how exactly do modern relationships fit within traditional islamic frameworks? Finally, is this story encouraging or criticising the crossing of halal/haram boundaries?

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    1 時間 13 分