BOOK REVIEWS
The Drowners (by David A. Anderson)
David A. Anderson’s, The Drowners, is a creative non-fiction that follows 15-year-old Aaron through a poignant year in his life. Set in 1990’s Dublin…
Beginner’s Mind - Words + Music (by Yo-Yo Ma)
Audible produces a Words + Music series, which allows listeners to consume a brief overview of various music artists. I enjoyed learning about legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma in this Audible Original, Beginner’s Mind.
Alanis Morissette - Words + Music (by Alanis Morissette)
I vividly remember listening to Alanis Morissette’s album, Jagged Little Pill, when I was in college. Her music was unique and empowering in the mid-90s. It felt like she was bravely breaking barriers for women with her honest lyrics.
From Here to the Great Unknown (by Lisa Marie Presley & Riley Keough)
Growing up, my parents were Elvis Presley fans. His albums played on the record player, and his movies were on the television. I was really young when Elvis died in 1977…
My Inventions (by Nikola Tesla)
Thanks to my husband, I have been interested in the life and inventions of Nikola Tesla for many years. We’ve collected several books about him over the years, watched television programs illustrating his genius inventions, and…
The Friday Afternoon Club (by Griffin Dunne)
My only knowledge of Griffin Dunne, prior to reading this family memoir, was his role in the 1987 movie Who’s That Girl, starring Madonna. Growing up and well into adulthood, I have been a huge fan of Madonna’s.
The Real Sherlock (by Lucinda Hawksley)
I am quite familiar with the legendary writer, Arthur Conan Doyle, and his spectacular creation of Sherlock Holmes; however, my knowledge about the man behind the infamous character was quite limited. Audible Original Podcast offered...
Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road (by Neil Peart)
I’m a latecomer to the writings of Neil Peart. Just a few months ago, I learned he wrote several nonfiction books and some fiction books too. Watching interviews online, I was immediately drawn to his personality, intelligence, love of travel, and admiration of books.
Natalie Wood: The Complete Biography (by Suzanne Finstad)
Being a child during Natalie Wood’s celebrity as an actress and then her mysterious death, I was often asked if I was named after her. No, my parents did not name me after Natalie Wood; my mom said she just liked the name. Hearing the name…
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