Book Blogger's Unique Dinner Guest List Sparks Online Conversation

A Belarusian book blogger, Maria Berestova, recently posted a video on TikTok where she playfully discusses which literary characters she would invite to dinner. Her choices, Gollum from "The Lord of the Rings," Erik from "The Phantom of the Opera," and Liza from Karamzin's work, highlight her unique perspective on character development and loneliness within literature. "I wanted to invite characters who needed a good dinner and some company," Berestova explains in the video. The video has gained significant traction, highlighting the popularity of bookish content on social media platforms.