The “how’s he going to get out of it this time?” is a critical mystery Orange needs to keep alive for fans as we watch the episode and they manage.
Audio power: A review of Embassytown by China Mieville
The novel is a must-read/must-listen for any fan of sci-fi and a great way to explore the possibilities of language and communication.
Ahead of its time: A review of Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson
Overall, Cryptonomicon is a thrilling and thought-provoking novel that engages readers and listeners.
Why war? A review of Iain M Banks’ Consider Phlebas
Banks’ writing is also a delight, making Consider Phlebas a book sure to please.
Rivers of London RPG review: Rich with Ben Aaronovitch’s magic
I’m a fan of Rivers of London and have read several books, I enjoyed each one but have not read them all.
Cheers of Delight: A review of the Seven Days War anime
I watched the 2019 animation Seven Days War in Scotland Loves Anime in 2022, which means a big screen and an audience.
Uplifting: A review of Blue Thermal
I enjoyed Blue Thermal. Some people will love Blue Thermal; it’ll touch sometime deep in those who might also have that hunger for silent speed through the heavens.
So bad they made it into a feature-length: A review of Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan’s Island
The 15th episode of the original Mobile Suit Gundam anime aired in 1979 and was terrible.
The danger of time travel: A review of The Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes anime
I had high hopes for The Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes. I enjoyed the feature-length and was moved by it sometimes, but I’m not sure all my aspirations were met.
Friendship is magical: A review of Her Blue Sky anime
Mari Okada is the writer of this magical piece about friendship, sisters and the ghosts of the living.
