It’s that time of year again when you’re planning a beach vacation, a trip to the lake house, or just a chill weekend by the pool. This latest batch of books is perfect for those who love to kick back under the beach umbrella with a great page-turner. So, grab your sunscreen, towel, and one of these new releases… Read More
The White Lotus has ended, and I am ready to read again, just in time for some hot new releases for 2025. This batch of new titles is filled with familiar authors (Taylor Jenkins Reid and Emily Henry) and favorite genres (Historical Fiction and Thrillers). So head to your local bookstore (click here for Barrett Bookstore in Darien) or fire up… Read More
Are you gearing up for some sun-drenched relaxation soon? It’s the perfect time to gather your essentials – think sunscreen, sandals, and a stash of new books. The ideal beach read is one that’s easy to dip in and out of yet captivating enough to provide an escape from reality, be it a thrilling mystery or juicy romance. Grab… Read More
What is my idea of heaven? A crackling fire, a glass of red wine, and a good old-fashioned mystery (and maybe a bowl of ice cream). During these winter weeks, I plan on parking myself in a comfy chair and relishing the twists and turns of a good whodunit. I hope you will savor these picks and enjoy the… Read More
Halloween is approaching, so get ready for the thrills and chills. To help set the eerie mood, I chose 12 titles that will have you just a little bit scared, if not totally gripped. Head to your local bookstore, add to the Amazon cart, or put these on hold at the library soon. And I recommend reading these all during daylight… Read More
Each time I visit the library, I refer to my Goodreads list of books I want to check out. Because this list grows faster than I can read, there are so many titles that I never get to, so they are essentially forgotten—until now. I am again revisiting my long list of books on my “To Read” shelf and… Read More
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