Marie Benedict brings many historical figures to life in her novels. She intentionally choose women that have been overlooked by history. In her own words she writes about "unknown but … Continue reading Her Hidden Genius by Marie Benedict
300 Days of Sun by Deborah Lawrenson [Book Review].
Taking some time off from a stalled journalism career, Joanna never expects to be chasing another story in Faro, Portugal. That is exactly what happens when she enrolls in a … Continue reading 300 Days of Sun by Deborah Lawrenson [Book Review].
Book Review: The Small Hand by Susan Hill
On his way back from a client on the coast, Andrew Snow, a rare book dealer, cuts through the Downs and has an odd experience. After leaving the main road, … Continue reading Book Review: The Small Hand by Susan Hill
Book Review: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield.
Imagine a ruined house, an inheritance, a mysterious set of feral twins, a topiary garden, a murder, a ghost--these are just some of the Gothic elements that permeate The Thirteenth Tale. Vida Winter, a … Continue reading Book Review: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield.
Book Review: Black Rabbit Hall by Eve Chase
When a couple chooses an ancient mansion, Pencraw Hall (aka Black Rabbit Hall) as their wedding venue, strange things come to light. Neither knows the history of the house--the Altons' … Continue reading Book Review: Black Rabbit Hall by Eve Chase
Book Review of Mr. Tender’s Girl by Carter Wilson
Quite possibly there's no worst feeling than be watched, scrutinized or stalked. Mr. Tender's Girl captures the nightmare of being observed by a group of online "fans." At fourteen, Alice … Continue reading Book Review of Mr. Tender’s Girl by Carter Wilson
May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month.
Brina, Elizabeth Miki. Speak, Okinawa: a Memoir. Brina struggles to understand her parents and her unique heritage. Brina is a Japanese-American writer who currently lives and teaches in New Orleans. … Continue reading May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month.
Book Review: Evergreen by Rebecca Rasmussen
Evergreen by Rebecca Rasmussen In one of the best novels of 2014, Rebecca Rasmussen describes both the joy and the loneliness of the Minnesota wilderness. Eveline, joins her German husband, Emil, in … Continue reading Book Review: Evergreen by Rebecca Rasmussen
Book Review: Into the Water by Paula Hawkins
What looks like an accidental drowning might actually be a suicide. Told in alternating voices, this suspense-saturated drama is Hawkins' second novel. Nel isn't very well liked in her small … Continue reading Book Review: Into the Water by Paula Hawkins
Book Review: The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox
Though its hard to believe, in the not too distant past women could be placed in insane asylums by their husbands or families if they refused to conform to norms. … Continue reading Book Review: The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox