Oct 6, 2026 · 3 min listen · Last updated October 6, 2026
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Book Review: ‘The Eye of Goliath,’ by Diego Muzzio
A Gothic Puzzle Box of a Novel That Recalls Jekyll and Hyde Set just after World War I, “The Eye of Goliath” details a man’s descent into madness and a doctor’s unorthodox treatment methods. When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission.
How the Gold Rush Broke America In “The Rush,” Nathaniel Philbrick paints a portrait of the treasure seekers, prospectors and conniving politicians who shaped the destiny of the United States. When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. THE RUSH: California Gold, the Civil War, and the Making of the Modern World, by Nathaniel Philbrick The gold rush has always been my weak spot.
Over 12 Major Easter Eggs, Comics References, And DCU Ties In Lanterns' Season Finale
Warning! This post contains SPOILERS for Lanterns episode 8 Lanterns spent its first season expanding the lore of Earth's Green Lanterns in the DCU, centered on Kyle Chandler's Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre's John Stewart. By the series' finale, a whole new status quo has been created, with key ramifications for the DCU going forward. Additionally, the finale features some great references to dive into as well.
Book Review: ‘Death of an Ordinary Man,’ by Sarah Perry
A Quiet Masterpiece About One Man’s Death — and Life In “Death of an Ordinary Man,” the award-winning writer Sarah Perry pays tribute to her father-in-law. When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. DEATH OF AN ORDINARY MAN, by Sarah Perry “Death of an Ordinary Man” is not a remarkable story. It centers on the author’s father-in-law, David: a chemist, a loving if undemonstrative father, a caring husband, a solver of Sudoku puzzles, a careful collector of stamps.
Jason Statham’s Action Thriller With a 92% Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score Is a 200-Day Must-Watch Hit
Jason Statham is one of the biggest action stars in the world, and his most successful movie of the 2020s is quietly steamrolling its competitors on streaming. Statham has a few roles, like Deckard Shaw and Frank Martin, that he’s best known for, but in recent years, he’s sticking to mostly original action movies, and the track record isn’t quite as strong as some of his franchise work.