BOOK REVIEWS
Vigil (by George Saunders)
I’m probably one of the few readers who has never picked up a George Saunders book. Despite the overwhelming praise and his reputation as one of America’s most inventive writers, his work has never quite called to me—until now.
The Correspondent (by Virginia Evans)
The first time I saw the cover of The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, I was instantly drawn to it. As someone who loves watching birds in nature, the charming design immediately caught my...
Buckeye (by Patrick Ryan)
Buckeye by Patrick Ryan is one of those rare novels that seems to quietly captivate everyone who picks it up. Its beautiful cover has been calling to me from bookstore displays, newsletters...
You Love Me (by Caroline Kepnes)
I have no idea how this series slipped away from me. I absolutely loved the first book, You, and instantly became a Caroline Kepnes fan. I devoured the second installment, Hidden Bodies, and...
The Room Next Door (by Wendy Walker)
This isn’t a traditional book review. It’s about my experience with Wendy Walker’s The Room Next Door—and continuing to give myself permission to DNF books I’m not loving.
People We Meet On Vacation (by Emily Henry)
This post isn’t really a book review. It’s about my experience trying (and ultimately not finishing) People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry—and what that decision says about my…
The Burning Library (by Gilly Macmillan)
Gilly Macmillan’s previous books had entertained me, so I excitedly placed a library hold on her latest novel, The Burning Library. This dark thriller unfolds at a university in St. Andrews, Scotland...
W is for Wasted (by Sue Grafton)
I’ve surprised myself by reading two Sue Grafton books this month. While I’m genuinely enjoying the Alphabet series, I’ll admit I’m looking forward to its conclusion. I’ve always…
Without Your Father (by Jessica Lynne Henkle)
When I received an email inviting me to read and review Jessica Lynne Henkle’s grief memoir, Without Your Father, I was immediately intrigued. This poignant memoir, presented through 112 short vignettes…
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