Our review of : Rén

The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson is a nonfiction book about two men – one, Daniel Burnham, who was responsible for the design of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago and one, H.H. Holmes, America’s first serial killer. The two stories are interwoven to create a compelling narrative that covers not [...]

In “How to Be Perfect”, Michael Schur provides the perfect answer to every moral question. He covers everything from morality in politics, business, and personal relationships to more controversial topics like abortion, euthanasia, and animal rights. With clear explanations and well-argued arguments, Schur makes it easy for readers to develop their own ethical framework based [...]

In his book, Jordan Peterson offers 12 rules for life that he believes can help anyone live a meaningful and successful life. Drawing on everything from ancient philosophy to modern psychology, Peterson’s advice is grounded in a deep understanding of the human condition and filtered through his own unique lens as a self-help guru and [...]

In Blink, Malcolm Gladwell argues that the human brain can make snap judgments based on very limited information. These judgments are often more accurate than reasoned decisions made after careful deliberation. Gladwell provides numerous examples from a variety of fields to support his argument. For who is this book for ? Blink is for anyone [...]

This monumental book details the history of the United States from a different perspective than what is typically taught in schools. Howard Zinn, a professor and historian, provides an account of American history that focuses on the struggles and successes of average people – rather than powerful political and economic leaders. A People’s History Of [...]

Not One Inch tells the story of how the United States and Russia failed to resolve their differences after the Cold War, leading to a dangerous post-Cold War stalemate. It is based on extensive research in both Russian and American archives, as well as interviews with key decisionmakers on both sides. For who is this [...]

Guns, Germs and Steel traces the origins of human societies and why some became more successful than others. Jared Diamond poses the question: What allowed certain groups to become global powers while others remained insignificant? The answer, he argues, lies in geography – more specifically in innate differences among peoples’ environments that led to variations [...]

Hunter Biden, son of the former Vice President and current presidential frontrunner Joe Biden, was paid millions by a Chinese tech giant while his father was in office. Hunter’s activities have long been shrouded in secrecy, but now investigative journalist Miranda Devine has finally pieced together what he was really up to – and it’s [...]

The 1619 Project is a new origin story for the United States, one that takes into account the central role of slavery in shaping our country. Written by Nikole Hannah-Jones, one of America’s most acclaimed journalists covering racial injustice, this ambitious and groundbreaking work tells the story not only of black Americans but also of [...]

In 12 Seconds in the Dark, veteran police officer John Mattingly provides a firsthand account of the Breonna Taylor raid – one of the most controversial incidents in recent American policing history. On March 18, 2012, SWAT officers descended on the home of 19-year-old Breonna Taylor and her two young children, purportedly acting on information [...]

In Lessons from the Edge, Marie Yovanovitch tells the riveting story of her 33-year career in the U.S. Foreign Service, including her recent tenure as ambassador to Ukraine. From Moscow to Cairo and points beyond, she offers a unique window into global affairs and how they play out on the world stage. But more than [...]

Red Notice is the extraordinary true story of one man’s fight for justice against enormous odds. Bill Browder, an American-born financier, became a Putin critic after his Russian business was stolen by corrupt officials. He exposed this theft to the international community and then found himself blacklisted in Russia. An astonishing tale of determination and [...]