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The House on Biscayne Bay
by Chanel Cleeton

Hello Miami (1/16/2024)

Chanel Cleeton's new novel is very different from her earlier novels which focused more on the changing political environment and its impact on Cuban families. I was intrigued from the beginning with this story.
This is a mystery with lots of unanswered questions. It has …more

The Continental Affair: A Novel
by Christine Mangan

THE CONTINENTAL AFFAIR (7/7/2023)

I enjoyed reading THE CONTINENTAL AFFAIR. It is a fast read because the author keeps you engaged through the skillful use of the past and present and the development of the characters and their relationship.

The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
by Colleen Oakley

Friendship at all ages (12/6/2022)

I really liked this book. Like the book THE ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF LINNI AND MARGO, it is a story of a special bond between an older woman and a younger woman. Throw in family dynamics for both, a lot of surprises and escapades à la Thelma and Louise, and you have a good read! …more

Jackie & Me
by Louis Bayard

JACKIE & ME (6/12/2022)

JACKIE & ME is a very engaging book. The author provides so much information behind the facade of the Camelot-like life of the Kennedys...who would have dreamed! The handling of her friendship with Lem was a cornerstone of the story.
As a college freshman when JFK was …more

The Paris Bookseller
by Kerri Maher

THE PARIS BOOKSELLER (11/15/2021)

When I began reading the book I wasn't sure I would finish it, another early to mid-20th century era book about a bookstore or library. However, the more I read, the better I liked it. It highlighted the more liberal European society, especially in the literary world. …more

The Personal Librarian
by Marie Benedict, Victoria Christopher Murray

Intellect, Passion and Sacrifice (2/14/2021)

Knowing nothing of J. P. Morgan’s Library or personal librarian, I was intrigued by the title. Written by two authors, one white, one black, created an authentic look at the cost/benefit of “passing”. Professionally and socially, Belle was able to dramatically succeed …more

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