The Day I Disappeared by Brandi Reeds: ARC Book Review
I opened this book up on a Wednesday night, and by Thursday evening I was already sitting down to my computer to write a review. I read it that quickly. The Day I Disappeared is the definition of a page-turner;…
Musical Chairs by Amy Poeppel: ARC Book Review
As someone who spent the better part of her high school career labeled as a band geek, and an ex-violinist who’s over the years participated in many a chamber group, string ensemble, and symphony orchestra, reading Poeppel’s Musical Chairs felt…
A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell: Book Review
This story is told from three different perspectives: Stephanie, a stay-at-home mommy blogger living off the life insurance of her dead husband (who has a few dark secrets hidden in her closet); Emily, the glamorous and sophisticated working mom of…
The Existence of Amy by Lana Grace Riva: Book Review
The Existence of Amy – simply put – is a lovely book. I think Riva manages to capture the daily struggles of someone suffering from untreated OCD and depression really well. Not only does what Amy deal with seem realistic,…
The Broken Hearts Honeymoon by Lucy Dickens: ARC Book Review
When Charlotte’s childhood-sweetheart-turned-fiancé gets cold feet mere weeks before the wedding, Charlotte knows it’s time to say sayonara. But what she can’t seem to break up with is the month-long honeymoon trip to Japan she planned back when she was…
What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty: Book Review
This story is told from the perspective of three women: Alice, the titular character, her sister Elisabeth, and her stand-in grandmother, Frannie. Each of the women are dealing with a different set of challenges in their lives. Alice, having just…
The Last to Know by Jo Furniss: ARC Book Review
It has been a while since I read a good mystery/thriller, and I’m very pleased to say that Furniss’s newest novel fits that description perfectly. The Last to Know is told from two perspectives: Rose Kynaston, the wife of Dylan…
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz: Book Review
I wanted to review another LGBTQ book on my blog for Pride Month, and I am so pleased that I wound up choosing Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe to be my next read. This book is…
Annie on My Mind by Nancy Garden: Book Review
I felt as though I had to review at least one LGBTQ book during June, what with it being Pride Month. I honestly don’t think I could have picked up a better novel to read this month than Annie on…
Grown Ups by Marian Keyes: ARC Book Review
Marian Keyes’s newest book Grown Ups is the perfect summer read for those craving a fun, enjoyable chick-lit to keep them company while lounging poolside. But unlike so many other books in its genre, Grown Ups sets itself apart in…