nevertheless, she persisted
It’s the first day of spring! Which is the beginning of that time of the year when I stay inside in the air conditioning and read. But it’s also the time of year that feels like a new start, full of possibilities. Today, I thought I’d share a few books I would really like to […]
Read MoreOver the past year or so, I’ve been reading quite a few thrillers. They’re (almost) always quick, exciting reads. And they’re really just fun. I’ve been in the mood for a new thriller, and was looking for one that would blow my mind. Samantha Downing’s debut novel, My Lovely Wife, fit the bill. (All reviews are […]
Read MoreHappy St. Patrick’s Day! It’s the one day each year it is (kind of) acceptable to put food coloring in beer. Which I have actually never tried, because 1. I really hate crowds and drunk people, and 2. I’m more of a gin person. Even though I lived in Boston for two years. But we’re […]
Read MoreIt’s time for another Shakespeare review post! I’ve was a bit overambitious this year, and have actually read six plays since my last review. But since I only have two left total, I’ll save two of them for my final review (so four now, and four later). Today’s batch is all three- and four-star reads, […]
Read MoreIt’s time for another seasonal favorites post! Looks like I might have forgotten to post my favorites from this past fall, but, to be honest, I didn’t read all that much, so it’s fine. I DID, however, read a lot of books this winter. And I’m excited to share my favorites with you! Click the […]
Read MoreLast month, I shared some history or historical books to read for Black History Month (or anytime, really). So, I thought I’d do the same thing for Women’s History Month! I stuck to books I’ve read and feel confident recommending (most of the books recommended under the main suggestions are books still on my TBR). […]
Read MoreIt’s been a while since I’ve read a young adult fantasy book. So I have been on the lookout for a new one to pick up. Alyssa Wees’s debut novel, The Waking Forest caught my attention. It’s marketed as “Pan’s Labyrinth meets The Hazel Wood” and I was was immediately sold. (All reviews are spoiler-free […]
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