Review: My Ex-Life by Stephen McCauley
My Ex-Life by Stephen McCauley is such an enjoyable book. The premise is original and it all revolves around the idea that family is what you make it. And that love can appear in many forms.
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Review: The Perfect Mother by Aimee Molloy
I could not put down The Perfect Mother by Aimee Molloy. As a result, I’m really tired and drinking more coffee than normal. But it was worth it, I had to know how it would end. And it definitely surprised me.
Review: When Life Gives You Lululemons by Lauren Weisberger
When Life Gives You Lululemons by Lauren Weisberger is a fun and comedic story that doesn’t take itself too seriously. The Devil Wears Prada fans will enjoy the reappearance of beloved characters. This is the book to take on your next beach vacation.
Review: How to Walk Away by Katherine Center
How to Walk Away by Katherine Center is at times heartbreaking but also hopeful. It covers the hard journey one faces in the aftermath of a tragedy. It’s one not to miss.
Review: Limelight by Amy Poeppel
Limelight by Amy Poeppel is everything I hoped it would be and more. Full of humor with plenty of heart, it’s such an enjoyable book. This is Poeppel’s second book and I really like her writing style. There’s such an ease to it and the witty dialogue is fresh and realistic.
My Top Books of 2018, So Far
There have already been so many good reads in 2018. From the sweet to the thrilling, there is something for everyone. Let’s take a closer look at the top books I’ve read in 2018 (so far).
Review: The Husband Hour by Jamie Brenner
The Husband Hour by Jamie Brenner is an engrossing tale of a woman forced to confront her past. There’s a quiet sense to this book and the reveals come slowly. This one is definitely an emotional journey.
Review: The Glitch by Elisabeth Cohen
The Glitch by Elisabeth Cohen is a smart and funny story with some mystery elements. If you’re looking for a quick and entertaining summer read, The Glitch is for you.
Review: Still Me by Jojo Moyes
Still Me by Jojo Moyes is thoughtful, funny and heartfelt. By now, the character of Louisa Clark is starting to feel like a friend. A likable protagonist and Moyes’ writing style makes this an enjoyable novel.
Review: Tangerine by Christine Mangan
Tangerine by Christine Mangan is a retro take on psychological suspense. It’s a combination of The Talented Mr. Ripley story and Hitchcock films rolled into one novel. Tangerine wasn’t as twisty as some modern-day thrillers but there are some chilling moments and it kept my interest to the end.
Review: I Was Anastasia by Ariel Lawhon
I Was Anastasia by Ariel Lawhon is an absorbing and fascinating work of historical fiction. Even though the subject matter is well-documented—the mystery of Anastasia Romanov and the famed imposter Anna Anderson—Lawhon takes a fresh spin on the topic in unexpected ways.
Review: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng is a slow-burn read (pun intended) told from multiple point of views. It seems people either love this novel or don’t care for it. I compare it to when watching a movie where one expects more action to happen. Sometimes the slow pace is not for everyone. But I encourage […]
Review: The Favorite Sister by Jessica Knoll
The Favorite Sister by Jessica Knoll is a crazy, wild ride from start to finish. It’s part suspense, murder mystery, commentary on reality TV culture, with complicated women dynamics all rolled into a unique read. This one lives up to the hype and more.
Review: You Me Everything by Catherine Isaac
Do you ever get that feeling you’re going to love a book before even reading it? I had that going into You Me Everything by Catherine Isaac as you can tell by my preview. And now that I finished it, I can safely say I do love it. But the emotion I felt as I read […]