BOOK REVIEWS
The Tower (by Gregg Hurwitz)
Every time I pick up a novel by Gregg Hurwitz, I can’t help but feel confident that it’s going to be an excellent read. His first novel, “The Tower,”…
My Life with the Chimpanzees (by Jane Goodall)
I’ve always had a deep affection for chimpanzees, monkeys, and gorillas. It astounds me how closely they resemble humans in their behaviors, intellect, and emotions. I aspire to one day…
The Making of Us (by Lisa Jewell)
I have the utmost intention of reading every book written by Lisa Jewell. Her stories are simply captivating, and I never know which literary world I’ll be immersed in next, and I absolutely adore it!
I Am Mine - Words + Music (by Eddie Vedder)
Back in 1991, Pearl Jam was evolving as a popular grunge rock band based out of Seattle. I was a fan of their songs and often listened to their debut album, Ten. I also enjoyed…
All About Love (by bell hooks)
I discovered bell hooks through one of my favorite Buddhist meditation teachers, Sharon Salzberg. Salzberg frequently praised bell hooks in her podcasts and books…
Rosy and John (by Pierre Lemaitre)
I don’t recall how I came across the profoundly intense writing of Pierre Lemaitre. Somehow, I managed to acquire a copy of Irene, the first book in the Camille Verhoeven series. During the…
This Tender Land (by William Kent Krueger)
Wow! This is my first time reading William Kent Krueger, and I must say, I’m thoroughly impressed with his storytelling. I’ve always heard a lot of praise for…
The House on the Water (by Margot Hunt)
The House on the Water by Margot Hunt is a thrilling novella that I listened to on Audible. For years, best friends Caroline and Esme have taken annual vacations…
The Believer (by Ralph Blumenthal)
Recently, my husband and I discovered a captivating television show on National Geographic called UFOs: Investigating the Unknown. This program presented…
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