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The End of the World Is Just the Beginning: Mapping the Collapse of Globalization, by Peter Zeihan

March 05, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Probably the most important book you’ll read this year. See if you agree with Zeihan’s trend analysis.

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March 05, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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An Immense World, by Ed Yong

March 05, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Gain a new outlook on the sensory world of animals. Much of what we know was only learned very recently.

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March 05, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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Infiltration: The Plot to Destroy the Church From Within, by Dr. Taylor Marshall

February 18, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

The Catholic Church and her faithful have suffered much in recent years. Read Taylor Marshall’s well-researched presentation of the facts for a better understanding of where we are, and the way forward.

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February 18, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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Spare, by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex

February 11, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Whether you agree with Harry’s viewpoint or not, it is an interesting story, to learn of the effects to a person and family of grief unresolved, on such a public level.

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February 11, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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The Latecomer, by Jean Hanff Korelitz

February 11, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

A book about the importance of family, love, and personal responsibility, told with excellent plotting, character development, and great humor.

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February 11, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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Now Is Not the Time to Panic, by Kevin Wilson

January 29, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Two teens who discover the excitement and risks of creativity in a boring rural town. Great novel.

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January 29, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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The Maid, by Nita Prose

January 14, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

A brilliant cozy mystery, with a neurodivergent protagonist. Did the maid do it?

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January 14, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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Anna: The Biography, by Amy Odell

January 08, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Anna Wintour’s biography by Amy Odell is an interesting personal portrait of a powerful, self-made woman, as well as an insider’s view of the fashion industry. Highly recommended.

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January 08, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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Best Books of 2022

December 29, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

My fourth annual roundup of what is worth your time and attention, fellow readers!

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December 29, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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The Marriage Portrait, by Maggie O'Farrell

December 25, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

One of the best novels of 2022, you will enjoy this dive into the intrigues and dangers of sixteenth century Italian court life for women.

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December 25, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Lucy by the Sea, by Elizabeth Strout

December 18, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Strout’s third Lucy Barton novel, this one covering the pandemic year.

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December 18, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Carrie Soto is Back, by Taylor Jenkins Reid

December 12, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Taylor Jenkins Reid is back! And Carrie Soto is her focus, the world of nineties tennis, and women creating success on their own terms. Highly recommend!

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December 12, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
2022 Reviews, Literary Fiction, Sports fiction
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Putin's Russia: The Rise of a Dictator, by Darryl Cunningham

December 04, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

An important graphic biography of the rise of Vladimir Putin, from young KGB operative to dictatorial leader of Russia, documenting his brutal tactics and risks to free nations if left unchecked.

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December 04, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Marple: Twelve New Mysteries. Various authors.

December 03, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Miss Jane Marple, legendary detective of Agatha Christie, is featured in twelve new mysteries by some of our best female mystery writers.

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December 03, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Crown & Sceptre, by Tracy Borman

November 25, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

From ancient Anglo-Saxon kings to the House of Windsor, this book follows the evolution of British royalty in an entertaining, engaging narrative.

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November 25, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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A Carnival of Snackery: Diaries (2003-2020), by David Sedaris

November 19, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Feast on these humorous bites (bits) from David Sedaris, circa 2003-2020.

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November 19, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, by Gabrielle Zevin

November 12, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Great novel about video gaming, creativity, relationships, and life. Highly recommended, especially for book clubs.

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Portrait of a Thief, by Grace D. Li

October 30, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Enjoy this slick, fast-paced, globe-trotting suspense novel before the Netflix movie comes out.

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October 30, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Helltown: The Untold Story of a Serial Killer on Cape Cod, by Casey Sherman

October 23, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Read of the grisly murders of Tony Costa, written about by Norman Mailer and Kurt Vonnegut, at a time before we knew about serial murderers, and had fewer tools to solve such crime.

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October 23, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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Election and Tracy Flick Can't Win, by Tom Perrotta

October 16, 2022 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Great vehicle for the return of unforgettable Tracey Flick. Read these together.

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October 16, 2022 /Marguerite Rauch
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