
Books beyond Bobst: A story about a father and daughter, a book narrated by an obsessive wife, and more
Books beyond Bobst is a monthly book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Julia Diorio, Emily Genova and Alisha Goel
• January 29, 2024

Review: ‘Cleopatra and Frankenstein’ tackles love and loneliness
NYU alum Coco Mellors’ “Cleopatra and Frankenstein” is a complex narrative of love, loss, trauma and companionship.
Aarna Dixit, Contributing Writer
• March 27, 2023

Leena Ahmed, Contributing Writer • May 22, 2025

Amanda Chen, Deputy News Editor • May 16, 2025

Yezen Saadah, Editor-at-Large • May 15, 2025

Dharma Niles, Editor-in-Chief • May 15, 2025