Preview: The High Season by Judy Blundell
The High Season by Judy Blundell is called the ideal summer read. So, time to read this one before summer officially ends!
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Review: The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah
The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah is a moving and rich story about family secrets and lost love set in the vineyards of Burgundy. If you enjoy mysteries, historical fiction, wine, French culture with a love story mixed in, you’ll love this one. I sure did.
Book Club Questions for So Much Life Left Over by Louis de Bernières
So Much Life Left Over by Louis de Bernières is a heartbreaking novel about people searching for happiness and fulfillment after the war. The following book club questions will have spoilers so if you haven’t read the novel yet, read my preview and review first.
Preview: The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah
The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah is marketed to fans of Sweetbitter meets The Nightingale. I enjoyed both of those novels so this one sounds right up my alley.
Review: So Much Life Left Over by Louis de Bernières
So Much Life Left Over by Louis de Bernières is a sweeping novel about life after war. There’s love, affairs, colonialism, deaths and much more. It’s one not to miss, especially for historical fiction lovers.
Preview: So Much Life Left Over by Louis de Bernières
So Much Life Left Over is the latest novel by Louis de Bernières. The story follows a tightknit group of Brits – some friends, some sisters, and many lovers as they navigate life post-war.
Book Club Questions for The Summer List by Amy Mason Doan
The Summer List by Amy Mason Doan is about the imperfect nature of lifelong friendships. The following book club questions will have spoilers so if you haven’t read the novel, check by preview and review first.
Preview: Another Side of Paradise by Sally Koslow
Another Side of Paradise by Sally Koslow is a historical fiction novel about the romance between gossip columnist Sheilah Graham and F. Scott Fitzgerald. That sold me right there but let’s take a closer look.
Review: The Summer List by Amy Mason Doan
The Summer List by Amy Mason Doan is a moving story about childhood friends reuniting. It will make you want to give a hug to your high school besties.
6 New Book Releases for August 2018
There have already been so many amazing new books come out this year. And get ready to add some more to your #TBR list. There’s something for everyone with these 6 new book releases for August 2018.
Book Club Questions for Still Lives by Maria Hummel
Still Lives by Maria Hummel gives a look at the inner workings of a museum. There’s also a mystery too. The following book club questions will have spoilers so if you haven’t read the book yet, check out my preview and review first.
Preview: The Summer List by Amy Mason Doan
The Summer List by Amy Mason Doan is a beach read about friendship. That right there draws me right but let’s take a closer look at it.
Review: Still Lives by Maria Hummel
Still Lives by Maria Hummel is a look at the LA art world with a mystery thrown in. The story as a whole is unique and the setting (2003 LA) makes it stand out. But it’s not as thrilling as I expected.
Tips on How To Self-Care while Reading
Self-care is so important because society pushes us to always be busy. But taking time just for yourself is vital for your mental and physical health. Reading books is by far one of the best ways to practice self-care.