The most recent novel that I have been reading is called The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao. Up to now, I have read up to page 187 and this novel can be described as one that tells the story and takes us through the protagonist’s love life. This book foregrounds the different themes of culture, identity, poverty, and oscar finding love. Furthermore, this book emphasizes the problems of Dominican masculinity. The author, Junot Diaz, uses languages steeped in stereotypes about Dominican male sexuality. Such stereotypes have had a negative impact on Oscar throughout his life. In conclusion, I would recommend this book to any reader as this novel is an extraordinarily vibrant book that switches between fantasies and realities.

The most recent novel that I have read is called The Queen’s Gambit. The novel can be described as one that tells the story and experience of the protagonist. The protagonist Harmon, is an orphan who gets adopted in her teenage years. She is also described in the novel as a prodigy in chess. However, we can tell she does not fit in with her classmates, in simplicity, she is an introvert. Overall, the novel emphasizes that talent isn’t the only key to the success that one achieves, particularly when we defeat someone stronger, the book highlights how we are only able to achieve our greatest successes through intense dedication to study; and without that rigorous studying and effort, we may fall apart. In a way, the book emphasizes that talent can only get us so far; dedication, drive, and passion are just as important to our success. Additionally, this book foregrounds feminism and empowerment and how Harmon rises to the challenge of beating her male opponents and leaving them breathless at the end. In conclusion, I would recommend this book to any reader as this novel is breathtaking and beautiful along with the plot.