Yellowface, by R. F. Kuang
You will fly through this story of cultural appropriation, literary theft, and poisonous social media, as our heroine is desperate to obtain publishing success at any cost. Highly recommended.
Read MoreUnder the Whispering Door, by TJ Klune
A whimsical tale of life and death, and how it is never too late to learn to love, and enjoy good tea.
Read MoreThe Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder, by David Grann
An eighteenth century story of shipwreck, survival, and the price of poor leadership.
Read MoreHang the Moon, by Jeanette Walls
Meet Sallie Kincaid, a Prohibition-era young woman coming of age in hillbilly rural Virginia, learning her families’ legacy, and what her own path will be. Recommended for your summer reading list.
Read MoreCold People, by Tom Rob Smith
Aliens have arrived, and humanity is exiled to Antarctica to survive. Thus begins an exciting story of survival and moral choices.
Read MoreWar, by Sebastian Junger
The Afghanistan War is now history. As we assess the cost, Junger’s book is an important part of understanding the human toll, the price our young men have paid for that conflict.
Read MoreOur Missing Hearts, by Celeste Ng
A cautionary tale of what often happens when people are threatened and look for easy solutions, losing our humanity in the process. Highly recommended.
Read MoreHow to Sell a Haunted House, by Grady Hendrix
Grady Hendrix returns with his trademark blend of southern humor and alarming horror.
Read MoreThe End of the World Is Just the Beginning: Mapping the Collapse of Globalization, by Peter Zeihan
Probably the most important book you’ll read this year. See if you agree with Zeihan’s trend analysis.
Read MoreAn Immense World, by Ed Yong
Gain a new outlook on the sensory world of animals. Much of what we know was only learned very recently.
Read MoreInfiltration: The Plot to Destroy the Church From Within, by Dr. Taylor Marshall
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.
Read MoreSpare, by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
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.
Read MoreThe Latecomer, by Jean Hanff Korelitz
A book about the importance of family, love, and personal responsibility, told with excellent plotting, character development, and great humor.
Read MoreNow Is Not the Time to Panic, by Kevin Wilson
Two teens who discover the excitement and risks of creativity in a boring rural town. Great novel.
Read MoreThe Maid, by Nita Prose
A brilliant cozy mystery, with a neurodivergent protagonist. Did the maid do it?
Read MoreAnna: The Biography, by Amy Odell
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.
Read MoreBest Books of 2022
My fourth annual roundup of what is worth your time and attention, fellow readers!
Read MoreThe Marriage Portrait, by Maggie O'Farrell
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.
Read MoreLucy by the Sea, by Elizabeth Strout
Strout’s third Lucy Barton novel, this one covering the pandemic year.
Read MoreCarrie Soto is Back, by Taylor Jenkins Reid
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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