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.
A compilation of short biographies, told with skillful storytelling and interesting detail, describing the humble contributions of ordinary Americans to making our country stronger and better for all.
Read MoreIntriguing mystery set on a remote subantarctic island of great natural beauty. Highly recommended.
Read MoreGood beginning, then takes a turn to an asinine ending. Forgettable, avoidable.
Read MorePrepare for the August, 2025 trial of Bryan Kohberger for the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students by reading this excellent book by respected author Howard Blum.
Read MoreEnjoy and learn from Lucy Worsley’s superlative history of Jane Austen and the life experiences surrounding her six classic novels. Then read Austen’s novels!
Read MoreJoan Didion’s posthumously published notes to her husband, about her consultation with a psychiatrist in an effort to save their adult daughter. Helpful reading for parents dealing with adult children experiencing difficulties in life. Recommended.
Read MoreA compilation of essays on the natural world, and the animals that must share it with the humans. It will increase your sensitivity to your personal impacts— with gentle observation, no preachiness, here.
Read MoreA Covid memoir from Britain, we learn of the way a baby hare changes a city dwelling, workaholic’s life. Highly recommended.
Read MoreThe Dean Martin-inspired title is the hint. Much hilarity, and even a few touching moments, as Scalzi presents reactions to the moon turning to cheese. No, I don’t know what kind.
Read MoreInsightful, beautifully written memoir describing the Carmelite way of life, how it can fulfill, and how it can fail.
Read MorePoet Billy Collins’ latest book, a grand opportunity to enjoy this terrific poet.
Read MoreBy turns funny, educational, and exciting, but never boring, enjoy this travelogue of the Grand Canyon, told from the unique perspective of a walk below rim, through the entire Canyon.
Read MoreTwenty-four hours on the International Space Station, as 4 astronauts and 2 cosmonauts live, and think about life from 250 miles above Earth.
Read MoreCelebrate the 100th anniversary of the publication of this American classic. It is still relevant, and a interesting, enjoyable novel.
Read MoreIf you grew up in a hurricane-prone area, this novel will feel like your nightmares come true. Excellent apocalyptic, dystopic world-building.
Read MoreWhen two dead wives kill the reality tv show, the showrunner must find the killer. Sorry to say, a boring, predictable, uninspired waste of time.
Read MoreMonica 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 MoreKate Atkinson brings us the sixth Jackson Brodie mystery book, yet it can be your first with complete enjoyment. My new favorite mystery writer.
Read MoreAnother twisty Gordian knot of mystery from Alice Feeney. Just ignore the tiresome feminist banalities.
Read MoreAn amusing tale of redemption for two women, who dare to cast aside expectations and appearances, for honest, fulfilling lives. It’s fun, too.
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