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 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 MoreA thoughtful, funny, and honest reflection on the loss of a best friend to suicide. Highly recommended.
Read MoreDr. Makary, Trump’s pick for FDA, offers important perspective on why medical dogma, “the way we’ve always done it,” needs scientific inquiry.
Read MoreAuthor Ted Flynn reports on the events in Garabandal, Spain in 1961-1965, which may come to fruition very soon.
Read MoreA horrifying scenario of nuclear Armageddon. But is it designed to inform, or influence?
Read MoreEighty-six years after the Hurricane of 1938, learn about what it was like to experience a storm of great magnitude, with absolutely no warning.
Read MoreEnjoy this story of adventure and suspense, learning about Captain James Cook, first contact of indigenous people of Hawaii with Europeans, and the age of courageous men navigating unknown seas.
Read MoreA must read before you vote. I hope this young man stays the course, a hopeful light for the future of our republic.
Read MoreAnother deeply personal, well-written exploration from Junger, about the ultimate question.
Read MoreShrier will help you gain a greater understanding of this recent psychological and social phenomenon, without the political bias.
Read MoreA grab bag of my recent reads that might make for good additions to your summer reading list.
Read MoreJonathan Haidt is a social psychologist on a mission to save us and our children from the insidious harmful addictions of smartphones and social media. Read, then let me know what you think.
Read MorePatric Gagne lifts the veil and helps us understand the inner world of the sociopath, in this very personal, candid memoir.
Read MoreRead about Larson’s latest story of the leadup to the U.S. Civil War. Also check out my review of his last nonfiction book on World War II, https://www.margueritereads.com/home/the-splendid-and-the-vile-a-saga-of-churchill-family-and-defiance-during-the-blitz-by-erik-larson?rq=erik%20larson.
Read MoreCheck out the audio version of Streisand’s memoir, but get ready for 48 hours (!) of amazing memories.
Read MoreA posthumously published collection of Mantel’s excellent essays on topics personal and royal. Highly recommended.
Read MoreA fascinating story of skilled art thief Stephane Breitwieser, who amassed an impressive collection of antiquities and objets d’art worth two billion dollars over six years, told as a page-turning mystery.
Read MoreDid Rudolf Diesel commit suicide? Was this a contract killing by a world leader, or industrial titan? Find out why this was so important, as you learn about the ubiquitous Diesel engine that changed the world.
Read MoreThe cautionary tale of Sam Bankman-Fried, which should shake up any confidence you may have in the current state of cryptocurrency.
Read MoreIsaacson’s book is the most complete biography of Elon Musk to date. Musk is perhaps the most interesting and important people of our generation.
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