I was impressed by the tension and darkness of The Walls Around Us.
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Under a Painted Sky by Stacey Lee
I was pleasantly surprised by Under a Painted Sky. I’m not normally into Westerns (in the traditional genre sense, involving cowboys and pioneers and the like). Yeah, I know, I bring a deep shame upon my über-Texas family. Such is my burden.
Continue readingA Year in Provence by Peter Mayle
My generally rosy view of all things français must obviously color my perception of this first book in Mayle’s Provence series. Reading it was something like enjoying a particularly luxurious meal, set in 12 courses (a chapter for each month of the year).
Continue readingGalileo’s Middle Finger by Alice Dreger
This book grabbed me from page 1.
Continue readingRelish by Lucy Knisley
Overall I think this is a pretty fun and honest graphic memoir that would be a good pick for any foodie reader, as well as folks who are interested in trying out a nonfic comic.
Continue readingThe Diviners by Libba Bray
Here’s a solid book for YA readers who like their paranormal stories with an historical twist (or historical fiction fans who might like a bit of paranormal flavor).
Continue readingThis Is What You Just Put in Your Mouth? by Patrick Di Justo
Gift it to your buddy who is fascinated by household chemistry, but keep it away from the friend who always equates natural with healthy. And above all, don’t take it too seriously.
Continue readingFreeman by Leonard Pitts, Jr.
Overall, I’m glad I got a chance to read this and to hear the author speak at a local event.
Continue readingA Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab
What’s not to love?
Continue readingWe Are Pirates by Daniel Handler
I can’t in good conscience recommend this book at all.
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