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.
The Catholic Church and her faithful have suffered much in recent years. Read Taylor Marshall’s well-researched presentation of the facts for a better understanding of where we are, and the way forward.
Read MoreWhether you agree with Harry’s viewpoint or not, it is an interesting story, to learn of the effects to a person and family of grief unresolved, on such a public level.
Read MoreA book about the importance of family, love, and personal responsibility, told with excellent plotting, character development, and great humor.
Read MoreTwo teens who discover the excitement and risks of creativity in a boring rural town. Great novel.
Read MoreA brilliant cozy mystery, with a neurodivergent protagonist. Did the maid do it?
Read MoreAnna Wintour’s biography by Amy Odell is an interesting personal portrait of a powerful, self-made woman, as well as an insider’s view of the fashion industry. Highly recommended.
Read MoreMy fourth annual roundup of what is worth your time and attention, fellow readers!
Read MoreOne of the best novels of 2022, you will enjoy this dive into the intrigues and dangers of sixteenth century Italian court life for women.
Read MoreStrout’s third Lucy Barton novel, this one covering the pandemic year.
Read MoreTaylor Jenkins Reid is back! And Carrie Soto is her focus, the world of nineties tennis, and women creating success on their own terms. Highly recommend!
Read MoreAn important graphic biography of the rise of Vladimir Putin, from young KGB operative to dictatorial leader of Russia, documenting his brutal tactics and risks to free nations if left unchecked.
Read MoreMiss Jane Marple, legendary detective of Agatha Christie, is featured in twelve new mysteries by some of our best female mystery writers.
Read MoreFrom ancient Anglo-Saxon kings to the House of Windsor, this book follows the evolution of British royalty in an entertaining, engaging narrative.
Read MoreFeast on these humorous bites (bits) from David Sedaris, circa 2003-2020.
Read MoreGreat novel about video gaming, creativity, relationships, and life. Highly recommended, especially for book clubs.
Read MoreEnjoy this slick, fast-paced, globe-trotting suspense novel before the Netflix movie comes out.
Read MoreRead of the grisly murders of Tony Costa, written about by Norman Mailer and Kurt Vonnegut, at a time before we knew about serial murderers, and had fewer tools to solve such crime.
Read MoreGreat vehicle for the return of unforgettable Tracey Flick. Read these together.
Read MoreMcConaghy produces another novel immersed in nature, skillfully telling the story of traumatized twins who seek the same wild freedom they try to give the wolves in their care.
Read MoreAnother good suspenseful mystery from Lucy Foley, this one set in beautiful Paris.
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