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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.

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When The Moon Hits Your Eye, by John Scalzi

May 06, 2025 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

The 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.

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May 06, 2025 /Marguerite Rauch
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The Really Dead Wives of New Jersey, by Astrid Dahl

April 02, 2025 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

When two dead wives kill the reality tv show, the showrunner must find the killer. Sorry to say, a boring, predictable, uninspired waste of time.

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April 02, 2025 /Marguerite Rauch
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On Earth As It Is on Television, by Emily Jane

August 20, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Quirky, funny sci fi novel, perfect for a light weekend read. TV, bacon, cheese, and plastic are our greatest achievements of human civilization, apparently.

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August 20, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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Varina Palladino's Jersey Italian Love Story, by Terri-Lynne DeFino

August 06, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

A New Jersey Italian story of love, food, and too much family in your business, this is a perfect beach read for August.

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August 06, 2023 /Marguerite Rauch
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How to Sell a Haunted House, by Grady Hendrix

March 27, 2023 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Grady Hendrix returns with his trademark blend of southern humor and alarming horror.

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March 27, 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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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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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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The Final Girl Support Group, by Grady Hendrix

October 11, 2021 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Grady Hendrix does it again! A great successor to “The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires.” Enjoy this send-up of 70s and 80s slasher movies, told in a darkly funny way.

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October 11, 2021 /Marguerite Rauch
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Broken (in the best possible way), by Jenny Lawson

May 01, 2021 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Broken is all of us, who are brave enough to admit it. Get ready to laugh hard, and feel deeply.

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May 01, 2021 /Marguerite Rauch
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Is This Anything? by Jerry Seinfeld

February 27, 2021 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

A decade-by-decade compilation of Seinfeld’s best bits— too bad he can’t hear your giggles and snorts!

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February 27, 2021 /Marguerite Rauch
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Penny Pinching Tips for the Morally Bankrupt, by Libby Marshall

January 18, 2021 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Discover a new bright light in hilarious fiction writing. Her shtick reminds me of Woody Allen’s “Getting Even” and “Without Feathers”.

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January 18, 2021 /Marguerite Rauch
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wow, no thank you, by Samantha Irby

September 22, 2020 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

A fresh, bawdy voice women should really appreciate—get ready to laugh til you leak (a little bit.)

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September 22, 2020 /Marguerite Rauch
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Dear Girls: Intimate Tales, Untold Secrets & Advice for Living Your Best Life, by Ali Wong

June 21, 2020 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Deeply true, raunchy, freshly original and hilarious—add to your vacation summer reading list.

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June 21, 2020 /Marguerite Rauch
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Processed Cheese, by Stephen Wright

June 06, 2020 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Naughty satire about consumer culture, just too close to home for me.

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June 06, 2020 /Marguerite Rauch
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Nothing to See Here, by Kevin Wilson

February 15, 2020 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Lillian Breaker gets a chance to be a Mary Poppins-style nanny to 2 twins who have the unfortunate habit of catching fire, jeopardizing their dad’s chance at a political career. Catch this hilarious, satirical novel.

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February 15, 2020 /Marguerite Rauch
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Where'd You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple

January 05, 2018 by Marguerite Rauch in Book Reviews

Enjoy our heroine’s efforts to gain emotional intelligence, a sense of community, and a balanced life, in this Portlandia satire.

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January 05, 2018 /Marguerite Rauch
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