Weekly book reviews in most genres, including classics and not-to-be-missed. Books selected and reviews written by a librarian specializing in readers’ advisory.
Lillian Breaker gets a chance to be a Mary Poppins-style nanny to 2 twins who have the unfortunate habit of catching fire, jeopardizing their dad’s chance at a political career. Catch this hilarious, satirical novel.
Read MoreA crime thriller set in the stark Kamchatka Peninsula of Far East Russia, blending Soviet past with a present of Uzbek, Tajik, Japanese and Korean ethnicities.
Read MoreEvery story in this science fiction collection is a well-crafted jewel. Read for both science fiction and short story construction perfection, from this creative thinker.
Read MoreFunny, neurotic heroine gets a second chance to makes better choices in this rom-com.
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Read MoreI long to write a book like this, with such empathy and creativity. It was genius to tell this story from the perspective of a five-year-old boy.
Read MoreAre we not evolving fast enough to handle the impact of our advanced technology? Read Nicholas Carr’s thoughts on this important matter, for you and your children.
Read MoreWith the current administration making significant changes to our nation’s abortion policy, now is the time to read this important memoir.
Read MoreA brilliant book about trauma, forgiveness, the immigrant experience—not to be missed.
Read MoreNo one can mash up science fiction and action adventure like Koontz! You will enjoy this series with his new heroine, Jane Hawk.
Read MoreRuth Ware is a master of creating and sustaining suspense, and she has you right to the last page in this thriller. She is one of the best at the game, and this is a must-read for all who love chilling suspense,without too much blood.
Read MoreKatrin Davidsdottir’s memoir about her pursuit of CrossFit excellence is an inspiration.
Read MoreCreative novel about the lifestyle, performance and creative magic that is rock music. Not to be missed.
Read MoreThe ladies of My Favorite Murder podcast share their hard-won lessons learned, so you can avoid getting murdered, and other bad outcomes.
Read MoreClever, funny depiction of those special, awkward nine months, and the miracle of life.
Read MoreA sneak peak into the world of relational psychotherapy. Good to remove some of the stigma, even if this is a somewhat lightweight representation.
Read MoreMore people need to discover what a great writer Ben Winters is! Excellent dystopian novel, when society becomes unmoored from the truth.
Read MoreStrout is a master of character study, in this collection of stories about the depressed, cranky Olive Kitteridge.
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