BOOK REVIEWS
Isola (Allegra Goodman)
I had no intention of reading Isola by Allegra Goodman when it was first released. However, I noticed a lot of praise for the book and decided to give it a try. Inspired by the true story of 16th-century…
The Gimlet Slip (by Fiona Davis and Greg Wands)
I’m a huge fan of Fiona Davis and have read all her books. I was eagerly anticipating reading her novella, “The Gimlet Slip,” co-written with her partner Greg Wands.
Brooklyn (by Colm Toibin)
“Brooklyn,” a spontaneous read by Colm Toibin, caught my attention amidst a flood of bookish emails. One email introduced me to Toibin’s standalone short story, “A Long Winter,” which…
The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau (by Kristin Harmel)
I’ve been a fan of historical fiction novels for a long time and have always wanted to read a book by Kristin Harmel. When I saw her latest novel, ‘The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau,’ become…
The Story She Left Behind (by Patti Callahan Henry)
Author Patti Callahan Henry has been on my reading list for years. When I discovered her latest book, ‘The Story She Left Behind,’ was available on Libby, I immediately placed a hold for…
The Tuscan Child (by Rhys Bowen)
I’m a huge fan of historical fiction novels and the authors who craft such captivating stories. It’s surprising how I overlooked reading any of Rhys Bowen’s books, but I’m delighted that I finally…
The Girl from Greenwich Street (by Lauren Willig)
True crime, a genre that propelled my reading journey during my adolescent years, continues to hold a special place in my heart. Although I may not indulge in reading many true crime books…
The Jackal’s Mistress (by Chris Bohjalian)
It’s been a while since I’ve read a Chris Bohjalian novel, so I promptly placed a hold on The Jackal’s Mistress when my local library acquired a copy.
West with Giraffes (by Lynda Rutledge)
I’ve always thought giraffes were pretty amazing creatures, but I never fully appreciated their magnificence until I got to meet two of them up close.
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