Book review

Editorial note: I received a copy of Kin by Tayari Jones in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. Kin by Tayari Jones is an extraordinary novel that leaves an emotional impact.

Editorial note: I received a copy of The Mad Wife in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. The Mad Wife by Meagan Church is an intriguing historical and psychological suspense novel about the pressure society places on women.

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy is an epic and heart-wrenching story about love and impossible choices.

Editorial note: I received a copy of The Correspondent by Virginia Evans in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is a richly drawn story of one woman’s journey to self-reflection.

Editorial note: I received a copy of Anatomy of an Alibi in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. Anatomy of an Alibi by Ashley Elston is an intriguing suspense novel about the lengths one will go to uncover the truth.

James by Percival Everett is one of those books you have to read. After you finish, the story will stay with you for a long time.

Editorial note: I received a copy of The Irish Goodbye in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O’Neill is a stirring and emotional read about a family coming to terms with its complicated past.

Editorial note: I received a copy of The First Time I Saw Him in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. The First Time I Saw Him by Laura Dave is a fantastic sequel to the hugely popular The Last Thing He Told Me. This is your first must-read of 2026.

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt is one of those stories that lived up to the hype and more. A truly fantastic read.

Editorial note: I received a copy of The Ghostwriter in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark is an intriguing mystery about long ago secrets finally revealed.

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid is an adventurous and emotional story about two astronauts journey to space, and finding love along the way. One of my favorites of the year!

Editorial note: I received a copy of The Summer We Ran in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. The Summer We Ran by Audrey Ingram is a rich summer story about lost love and secrets. I really enjoyed this one.

Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry is an ambitious story that is fairly good overall. But a bit uneven in tone.

Editorial note: I received a copy of Say You’ll Remember Me in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez is an impactful and heartfelt read about two people, who despite all odds, do everything they can to stay together.