Reviews and other ramblings from a 50-something lover of books, dogs, and carbs
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Unique and surprising, Lessons in Chemistry is the book that it seems EVERYONE was reading this year. And with good reason. It's a compelling look at the life of a remarkable woman in the 1960s. It's quirky and funny and heartwarming and just a delight. If you somehow have... Continue Reading →
Delilah Green Doesn't Care by Ashley Herring Blake I read this way back in January, and in my review I said that this would be a strong contender for best of the year. And now here we are, and I was right. I don't even know what to say about this book that hasn't been... Continue Reading →
Lizzie Blake's Best Mistake by Mazey Eddings If you're a fan of: ❤️ A flawless representation of the beauty of neurodivergent brains❤️ Accidental pregnancy❤️ Platonic co-parenting plans that you know will not remain platonic❤️ An Australian hottie who is at the top of my book boyfriend list❤️ NSFW baked goods then you need to get... Continue Reading →
Beyond Any Experience by Anne E Terpstra Oy, this book. This book grabbed onto me and held my heart hostage through all 370 pages. One of the most emotional reads this year, I still hold these characters in my heart two months later. It makes me sad that this book has not been more widely... Continue Reading →
A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall A historical romance about a trans woman and a grumpy duke? Sign my ass up! Hall has a talent for prose that seems to transcend any genre. You will be sucked in and will only be let go on his terms, when he is done putting you... Continue Reading →
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin I'm not a gamer, nor am I a particularly huge fan of historical fiction, but when I saw this listed on NetGalley there was just something about it that told me I was going to love it. And I did. This story is everything. It's absorbing and breathtaking... Continue Reading →
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