Burial Rites by Hannah Kent
Well this made me cry at the end. I so wanted a different ending. Which to me is often a sign of a very good book. You hope for a different outcome even though you know it's not possible. "Burial Rites" is a historical fiction novel based on true events. We follow the final days of a young woman … [Read more]
The Great Grilled Cheese Book by Eric Greenspan
Bingo 17: Funky The Great Grilled Cheese Book contains some funk; funky cheese (I’m thinking the ‘blue cheese’ chapter, and kind of a relaxed funk (as in the music style) vibe in general. I know the author, Chef Eric Greenspan, from tv, and he seems like the chill sort of guy who would (and did) … [Read more]
Mouth to Mouth by Antoine Wilson
CBR book bingo - Holiday (and another Bingo!) - this book takes place in an airport, as two men talk as they await a delayed flight Two men who more or less knew each other in college meet in an airport. Their flight is delayed, and one has access to a first class lounge, so they sit together. … [Read more]
I’m Trying to Love Rocks by Bethany Barton
I was that kid who liked looking at rocks. Not geodes (though I had a few) or anything special, I just liked rocks. I figure it was the shapes, and colors (though I'm sure my family would say they matched the ones in my head). I have always been a visual person. When older I liked crystals (hey! It … [Read more]
Pizza My Heart (Norma and Belly, #3 by Mika Song
Expedition Backyard by Rosemary Mosco
A slice of pizza or an adventure with a lion? Which do you prefer? Well, if you like to read, you do not have to choose! You can pick up either of the early-to-mid-readers for you and your child/children. Both books are aimed at least ages five and up to be read to, but at least six and up could … [Read more]
The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake
BINGO - Bird - As in, birds of a feather flock together Six of the best magicians are invited to join The Alexandrian Society which protects all of the knowledge of the Library of Alexandria. Six are invited to live and study at the Library, but only five will make the cut after two years. Nico … [Read more]
