I gave City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert 5/5 stars on Goodreads. I took a break from my typical mystery to experience 1940s New York City through the eyes of young of Vivian Morris. The story is told from her point of view, as she recounts her life story. After flunking out of Vassar, her parents ship her off… Read More
Every once in a while it’s my turn to suggest books for our neighborhood book club to read. I love hunting for that next great title, digging around on Goodreads and reading Amazon reviews. Typically we choose new releases that are appealing across the many preferred tastes in the group. I made sure to include a few genres and some… Read More
Beach reads are here! Since we officially launch summer this weekend, I thought it would be the perfect time to post about books we can all enjoy by the beach, pool or patio. Some of these titles I have been anticipating for a while, like The Golden Hour by Beatriz Williams and The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis. These two… Read More
I love to accessorize with coffee table books. I have them stacked on my family room coffee table, end table, and center hall table as well. Actually, I have them spread out throughout my house, in almost every room– so I guess you could say I am a collector. They add a bit of interest to an otherwise empty space…. Read More
Get ready for some sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll! I read this book while on vacation for spring break, sitting on a beach, enjoying the ocean breeze (and a margarita, or two). But I would have enjoyed it just the same had I been stranded at the airport with a 3-hour delay (also part of the trip). This… Read More
I have a teenage daughter who is an avid reader, so every year for Christmas her grandmother gives her a gift card to Barnes & Noble. Together we browse the aisles for the next best YA (Young Adult) book, usually landing on something with a mixture of fantasy and magic. When she gets ready to go off to camp… Read More
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