How to Read a Book, by Monica Wood
Monica Wood makes us deeply care about three main characters, looking for hope, sharing their love, and seeking meaning in their lives, just like us all.
Read MoreDeath at the Sign of the Rook, by Kate Atkinson
Kate Atkinson brings us the sixth Jackson Brodie mystery book, yet it can be your first with complete enjoyment. My new favorite mystery writer.
Read MoreBeautiful Ugly, by Alice Feeney
Another twisty Gordian knot of mystery from Alice Feeney. Just ignore the tiresome feminist banalities.
Read MoreThe Wedding People, by Alison Espach
An amusing tale of redemption for two women, who dare to cast aside expectations and appearances, for honest, fulfilling lives. It’s fun, too.
Read MorePatriot: A Memoir, by Alexei Navalny
The memoir of Alexei Navalny, a serious candidate for president in Russia, Putin’s biggest rival, who had hopes to bring freedom and democracy to his beloved Russia. Of course, Putin had him killed in prison. An inspiring story.
Read MoreThe Book of Thorns, by Hester Fox
The Battle of Waterloo is the centerpiece, bringing two orphaned sisters together, their shared unnatural abilities with flowers, and the soldiers of the opposing forces, whom they love.
Read MoreDon't Cry For Me, by Daniel Black
Deceptively simple story, told as letters from a dying father to his estranged son. Feels like a modern classic, father-son relationships, relatable to all.
Read MoreButter, by Asako Yuzuki
Fascinating psychological mystery linking food, serial murder, and Japanese culture.
Read MoreGrief Is For People, by Sloane Crosley
A thoughtful, funny, and honest reflection on the loss of a best friend to suicide. Highly recommended.
Read MoreBlind Spots: When Medicine Gets It Wrong, and What It Means for Our Health, by Marty Makary, M.D.
Dr. Makary, Trump’s pick for FDA, offers important perspective on why medical dogma, “the way we’ve always done it,” needs scientific inquiry.
Read MoreDemon Copperhead, by Barbara Kingsolver
A novel of poverty and drug abuse in Appalachia, made tolerable by the wit of a survivor, a memorable character.
Read MoreThe Best Short Stories 2024: The O. Henry Prize Winners, edited by Amor Towles
Amor Towles curates the 20 best short stories of 2024, authored by a variety of voices. Enjoy this meaningful, tender, jarring collection.
Read MoreGarabandal: The Warning and the Great Miracle, The Divine Reset That Will Correct the Conscience of the World, by Ted Flynn
Author Ted Flynn reports on the events in Garabandal, Spain in 1961-1965, which may come to fruition very soon.
Read MoreBest Books of 2024
My selections for best reads of 2024— a strong year, with many memorable books!
Read MoreThe God of the Woods, by Liz Moore
A crime novel that succeeds on several levels, and perhaps among the best novels this year.
Read MoreThe Blue Hour, by Paula Hawkins
A twisted psychological thriller set in a wildly beautiful island, equal parts creative art, sex, and murder.
Read MoreNuclear War: A Scenario, by Annie Jacobsen
A horrifying scenario of nuclear Armageddon. But is it designed to inform, or influence?
Read MoreThe City and Its Uncertain Walls, by Haruki Murakami
A story of a mysterious city with high walls, the separation of our real and shadow selves, and the utility of dreams. A novel of magical realism, offering metaphors and posing questions about life.
Read MoreThe Mistletoe Mystery. by Nita Prose
A cozy mystery novella, to enjoy with hot chocolate after Christmas shopping!
Read MoreLong Island, and Brooklyn, by Colm Toibin
Read Brooklyn and Long Island as a pair, the story of emigrant Eilis Lacey, and her life in Ireland and the United States, from the Fifties to the Seventies.
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