The human side of fictional killers
How the ruthless assassins like the Jackal or the Black Doves killer can become unforgettable and, yes, sympathetic icons of chaos and control.
How a Bucket shaped detective fiction’s greatest traditions
Charles Dickens’ Inspector Bucket in Bleak House revolutionised detective fiction, introducing key tropes like methodical sleuthing, fairness, and psychological reveals.
The Old Man and the Sea – yes, but what does it really mean?
Explore the symbolism behind Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea and discover the profound messages hidden beneath the simple tale.
Why The West Wing pilot is perfect in every way – except one
From the iconic “walk and talk” to President Bartlet’s grand entrance, here’s why The West Wing pilot remains a TV masterpiece.
Why Children of Time might just change the way you think
Review: Adrian Tchaikovsky’s exploration of evolution, Children of Time, is a dizzying expanse of nothing and a considerable amount of something.