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We'll Prescribe You a Cat
We'll Prescribe You a Cat
by Syou Ishida
Can a cat prescription solve your problems? (6/10/2024)
I was very pleased to receive an advanced reader’s copy of this book. I am a cat lover and thought this book would be the perfect fit for me. Unfortunately the execution of this really great concept didn’t work well for me. I enjoyed the beginning stories but then I found the rest of the book to be redundant and repetitive. I know others will likely really love this book and it would be worthy of some discussion with others.
The House on Biscayne Bay
The House on Biscayne Bay
by Chanel Cleeton
An atmospheric tale (1/16/2024)
I have read several of Chanel Cleeton's books and just loved her last one, "The Cuban Heiress". So, I was very much looking forward to her new book set in Miami. The author is a wonderful storyteller and she writes a very atmospheric story with this one. But, I must say the two connecting storylines didn't draw me in as I had hoped and I didn't care for the characters as much. It certainly was well told, but just not my favorite of hers.
The Waters
The Waters: A Novel
by Bonnie Jo Campbell
Rural Noir (10/31/2023)
This book started off rather slowly but it did pick up as it went along. An interesting and well-written story with a setting that is almost like a character itself … rather lyrical in its style. I thought the pacing was off during parts of the story, so that was a bit of a drawback for me. 3.5 star rating
North Woods
North Woods: A Novel
by Daniel Mason
Beautifully written - but not for me (10/18/2023)
Although this novel is beautifully written, I was bored by it much of the time. I am likely in the minority on this one. I can imagine it might win some awards based on the writing. This one just wasn’t for me.
This Is Salvaged
This Is Salvaged: Stories
by Vauhini Vara
Thought provoking short stories (8/10/2023)
I enjoyed this collection of short stories. I read them just one at a time. The stories stand on their own, yet they share major themes. I'm happy I had the opportunity to read this collection. 3.5 stars
All You Have to Do Is Call
All You Have to Do Is Call
by Kerri Maher
An important issue! (6/22/2023)
Kerri Maher’s current novel covers a very timely, important and relevant topic - the right of women to control their own bodies. Although this story takes place in the 70s, this is still an issue in today’s world. This book will surely be a favorite for women’s book clubs! Recommended
King of the Armadillos
King of the Armadillos
by Wendy Chin-Tanner
Fascinating Coming-of-Age Historical Fiction (5/23/2023)
I enjoyed reading this well-told story of Victor Chin and his time at the Carville leprosarium in Louisiana in the 1950's. This really is a story of belonging and surviving and finding your way. I like reading a book where I learn new things. I also found it very interesting that the story is based on the author's own father's experiences at the leprosarium.
You'll Forget This Ever Happened
You'll Forget This Ever Happened: Secrets, Shame, and Adoption in the 1960s
by Laura L. Engel
Heartfelt Memoir (2/12/2023)
This is a very well-written personal story about adoption in the 1960’s. I found myself engaged in the story from the very first page. Definitely recommend this book!
The Lost Ticket
The Lost Ticket
by Freya Sampson
A beautiful read! (10/11/2022)
I devoured this little gem of a book in two days. It was absolutely charming and heartwarming.
The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
by Colleen Oakley
A wild escapade (10/11/2022)
This was a fun and heartwarming novel with a mystery thrown into the mix.
The Paris Bookseller
The Paris Bookseller
by Kerri Maher
1920's Paris Literary Scene (11/10/2021)
Three of my favorite things in a book are historical fiction, books about books (or bookstores), and Paris. This novel satisfied all three. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Sylvia Beach and the 1920's literary scene in Paris. It seems that the author did quite a bit of research as a foundation for this novel.
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