Best Books of 2023
Read my roundup of the Best of 2023, and please make a comment! Let me know what I forgot to mention!
Read MoreTom Lake, by Ann Patchett
This may be your favorite fiction novel of the year. Add to the pleasure by listening to the audiobook, read by Meryl Streep.
Read MoreThe Future, by Naomi Alderman
A dystopic, tech thriller that asks big questions about humanity, freedom, technology, and whether we can survive and thrive.
Read MoreStarter Villain, by John Scalzi
Very funny, James Bond-style science fiction involving uber-smart, genetically engineered cats, dolphins, whales, a volcano lair, giant laser beams, and a worldwide network of villains. An entertaining novel from John Scalzi, who I highly recommend.
Read MoreBirnam Wood, by Eleanor Catton
Psychological thriller with more than a nod to Shakespeare. Good for book groups, as you’ll want to share with others.
Read MoreGoing Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon, by Michael Lewis
The cautionary tale of Sam Bankman-Fried, which should shake up any confidence you may have in the current state of cryptocurrency.
Read MoreThe Thursday Murder Club Mysteries, by Richard Osman
Wonderful droll humor, clever plot twists, and four retirees trying to solve the murders that wander into their path— that is the Thursday Murder Club series, and you must not miss out.
Read MoreSilver Nitrate, by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Moreno-Garcia tells a tale of the dark side of movie magic in this Gothic horror novel.
Read MoreThe Kaiju Preservation Society, by John Scalzi
Like old Godzilla movies? You’ll love this sci-fi, action novel of four nerds trying to stay alive, keep the Kaiju alive, and beat the bad guys.
Read MoreElon Musk, by Walter Isaacson
Isaacson’s book is the most complete biography of Elon Musk to date. Musk is perhaps the most interesting and important people of our generation.
Read MoreHomecoming, by Kate Morton
A terrible family tragedy and mystery, set in the lush setting of the tropical bush of southern Australia, this is a novel of a search for meaning, identity, and the value of family and homecoming.
Read MoreThe Trackers, by Charles Frazier
Author of Cold Mountain, Charles Frazier writes a captivating mystery set in Depression-era Wyoming that seems destined for the theater. Recommended.
Read MoreZero Days, by Ruth Ware
Ruth Ware dives into the world of information security and its dark side, affecting everyone who uses an app, phone, digital banking, which means everyone. Exciting, dangerous, and fast-paced, great suspenseful mystery.
Read MoreOn Earth As It Is on Television, by Emily Jane
Quirky, funny sci fi novel, perfect for a light weekend read. TV, bacon, cheese, and plastic are our greatest achievements of human civilization, apparently.
Read MoreAll That Is Mine I Carry With Me, by William Landay
At long last, Landay delivers his next excellent mystery after Defending Jacob. Worth the wait.
Read MoreVarina Palladino's Jersey Italian Love Story, by Terri-Lynne DeFino
A New Jersey Italian story of love, food, and too much family in your business, this is a perfect beach read for August.
Read MoreHello Beautiful, by Ann Napolitano
A modern homage to Little Women, but so much more. Lessons on depression, family relationships, and how love is always the best choice. A perfect summer read!
Read MoreYellowface, by R. F. Kuang
You will fly through this story of cultural appropriation, literary theft, and poisonous social media, as our heroine is desperate to obtain publishing success at any cost. Highly recommended.
Read MoreUnder the Whispering Door, by TJ Klune
A whimsical tale of life and death, and how it is never too late to learn to love, and enjoy good tea.
Read MoreThe Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder, by David Grann
An eighteenth century story of shipwreck, survival, and the price of poor leadership.
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