Bird's Eye View

Tag: fantasy

  • Criticism and Cruelty: Society’s Opinions and Entitlements

    Criticism and Cruelty: Society’s Opinions and Entitlements

    Hey everyone, Today’s little post is not what I would normally write about. I am normally not one to openly share any negative opinions about things, choosing to be polite, and I live by the saying, “If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all”. I keep my mouth shut, and I…

  • A Court of Thorns and Roses – Sarah J. Maas

    A Court of Thorns and Roses – Sarah J. Maas

    Hey there, book lovers! I am happy to report that summer is here so I am back to posting! I’ve been making a few design changes and I’m so excited to get back and create more content, which I hope you’ll all enjoy! Anyways, let’s get to the books. So as a small gift to…

  • ‘After The Green Withered’ Day 5: First Chapters Review

    ‘After The Green Withered’ Day 5: First Chapters Review

    Hey there, book lovers!  Long time, no see! I’ve been in a little hobbit hole studying for my exams, but I’ve been coming up with loads of ideas and I can’t wait to show you what I have up my sleeve! So, for today’s post, I am taking part in the #UltimateBlogTour created by the…

  • Disney Remakes Aren’t Stopping Anytime Soon

    Disney Remakes Aren’t Stopping Anytime Soon

    The trailers of the upcoming Disney live-action remakes have generated a mixed array of reactions. This year we have Dumbo (March 29), Aladdin (May 24) and The Lion King (July 19). There are seventeen Disney live-action remakes in development with big hitters lined up such as Mulan (March 27, 2020). That’s hardly surprising given how much success the recent reimagining of their classic animated movies…

  • What Being a Woman Means to Me

    What Being a Woman Means to Me

    Hey there, fellow book dragons!  In honor of International Women’s Day, I thought I could write something about what it means to me to be a woman. We have come a long way compared to how things were last century, even 20 years ago! Women keep getting more freedoms and more opportunities, as well as…

  • The Cruel Prince – Holly Black

    The Cruel Prince – Holly Black

    Good evening, everyone! It’s that time again when I put my heart on my sleeve and talk about my thoughts on a book I’ve recently read. And this week, it’s The Cruel Prince by Holly Black. Premise/Blurb:Jude was seven when her parents were murdered and she and her two sisters were stolen away to live…

  • YOU – Season 1 Review & Thoughts

    Hey guys  So I thought I’d do something a little different today and talk to you about a TV thriller that’s been creeping out loads of people and challenging views of romantic relationships across the globe. That’s right, I’m talking about YOU. I finished watching it a few weeks ago and I have so many thoughts…

  • Sunday Commentary: Feminist Makeup Fiasco

    Hey there everyone, So, as some of you may know, there was an article published by the Independent commenting on a woman’s choice to wear makeup. The writer claims that the make-up we wear is used to ‘distort’ our appearances and hide our natural beauty, criticizing the actions of the few as the actions of all…

  • Being an Introvert on an Island full of Extroverts

    Being an Introvert on an Island full of Extroverts

    Good afternoon guys! Hope the new year is treating you well so far! As some of you may have guessed, I’m not the most outgoing person. I’m quite the homebody, I don’t like huge crowds, I’m rarely ever spontaneous and I’m not close with many people; all things that I’m quite happy with, actually. Most…

  • Response to Bookstagram-slamming articles

    Response to Bookstagram-slamming articles

    Hey guys! So for you guys on Bookstagram, some of you have probably seen what’s been doing down with the articles from the Guardian (here) and Vulture magazine (here). Whether or not you agree to these articles are your choice – however, there are a few important points that need to be said: 1. Bookstagrammers…