Books

Review: Still Lives by Maria Hummel

By Heather Caliendo ·

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.

Book Club Questions for The Alice Network by Kate Quinn

By Heather Caliendo ·

The Alice Network by Kate Quinn is an absorbing tale of two unlikely women brought together with a story full of intrigue, suspense and some heart too. The following book club questions will have spoilers so if you haven’t read the novel yet, check out my preview and review first.

Review: The Ensemble by Aja Gabel

By Heather Caliendo ·

The Ensemble by Aja Gabel is a stirring debut about four friends navigating careers, love and ambition. Set in the classical music world, this one stands out for the classic music setting alone. But it’s not just about music.

Preview: The Ensemble by Aja Gabel

By Heather Caliendo ·

The Ensemble by Aja Gabel is one of those books all over Instagram. The cover is beautiful, bright and inviting. But we know not to judge a book by its cover so let’s take a closer look at the story.