The publisher graciously sent me a copy of this novel. Here is my honest review. From the publisher : "When Harriet Stoker dies falling from a balcony in a long-abandoned building, she discovers a group of of ghosts, each with a special power. Felix, Kasper, Rima and Leah welcome Harriet into their world, eager to … Continue reading The Reckless Afterlife of Harriet Stoker, by Lauren James
I have finally come across a book I felt a urge to discuss. A masterpiece I needed to rave about at lengths.
Happiness ... Is a book snuggled against your chest Under the warm blanket. It’s the light tapping of the rain Landing in jaunty rhythm on the roof. It’s his warm hand in yours Cramming a million sweet words In one gentle squeeze. It’s the smile of your sister The laughter of your mother. It’s the … Continue reading Happiness
So, I kinda fell in love with this book. After reading some other critics though, I started to wonder if I was being too generous... But let's dive in and examine it in greater detail. For those of you who are -- like I was until recently, late to the party; The Miniaturist takes place … Continue reading The Miniaturist, by Jessie Burton
Thanks to Bloomsbury Publishing for this review copy of City of Girls. Here is my honest review. The novel follows Vivian, a young American woman from a privileged background that is sent to live with her aunt in New-York after having been expelled from Vassar College, in the summer of 1940. Her aunt runs a … Continue reading City of Girls, by Elizabeth Gilbert
Many thanks to Elena over at Bloomsbury Publishing for sending an ARC of Joanne Ramos' debut novel my way! Jane is a young woman , immigrant, half-Filipina, half-American, and a single mother. She needs money. So when her old cousin Ate tells her about Golden Oaks Farm, she decides to seize the opportunity. At the … Continue reading The Farm, by Joanne Ramos
Thanks to Elena at Bloomsbury Publishing for providing me with an ARC of this novel to review! The Other Americans opens with Nora, a grieving daughter, recollecting the events of the day she learnt of her father’s death. In these few moving pages she tells of the absurdity of the news, the impossibility to believe … Continue reading The Other Americans, by Laila Lalami
First of all, thanks to the publisher for providing me with an e-ARC through NetGalley in exchange of an honest review. I had a basic knowledge of the Romanov's history before entering this novel, enough to get me very intrigued. And I had been following Nadine Brandes on Instagram for some time, but although it … Continue reading Romanov, by Nadine Brandes
I came across this title by chance, as I was ( how surprising) wandering around The Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore (again). I love spending time here, helping Penelope out and learning about how the bookstore works. You Will Safe Here was among the ARCs she had received, standing quietly on its shelf, patiently waiting for me … Continue reading You Will Be Safe Here, by Damian Barr
I don't read short stories very often, but Kat (@redwavereads) was so enthusiastic about this collection that I had to give it a try. At the time, Lucia Berlin was completely unknown to me, which, now that I have read her, seems a real shame. Berlin was incredibly talented. And even this falls short to … Continue reading A Manual For Cleaning Women, by Lucia Berlin
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