Book: “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus Genre: Historical Fiction Meeting Date: May 28th 2022 Synopsis: “Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out that there is no such thing as an average woman. But it’s the early 1960s and her all-male team at … Continue reading Lit and Lattes Book Club: May Selection
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“People We Meet On Vacation” Book Review
Book: "People We Meet On Vacation" by Emily Henry Genre: Fiction (Romance) Rating: 4/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review! Emily Henry's follow up to her smash hit "Beach Read" is likely going to be a huge success. With a … Continue reading “People We Meet On Vacation” Book Review
“Finding Freedom: A Cook’s Story Remaking A Life From Scratch” Book Review
Book: "Finding Freedom: A Cook's Story Remaking A Life From Scratch" by Erin French Genre: Memoir Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to Celadon Books for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. #Partner You know how people say, "Don't go to the grocery store hungry." Well, the same … Continue reading “Finding Freedom: A Cook’s Story Remaking A Life From Scratch” Book Review
“Of Women and Salt” Book Review
Book: "Of Women and Salt" by Gabriela Garcia Genre: Historical Fiction/Fiction Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to Flatiron Books for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Author Gabriela Garcia has brought the Cuban legacy in Miami to readers in the form of her debut novel, "Of Women … Continue reading “Of Women and Salt” Book Review
A Lesser Read Genre
Question of the Day: What is a genre that you do not usually read? Answer of the Day:HorrorSome people swear by thrillers and horror novels. They pull out a new horror novel and relish in the goosebumps and jumps that are sure to follow. I don't know much about this particular genre, but I know it scares … Continue reading A Lesser Read Genre
Book Mail: Vol. 6 Grand Central Books
Books: "Thick As Thieves" by Sandra Brown (Crime, Thriller) "Lost Souls At The Neptune Inn" by Betsy Carter (Historical Fiction) Blogger's Note: Thank you to Grand Central Publishing for the free copies of these books in exchange for an honest review! With school ramping back up and fall just around the corner, stress has been … Continue reading Book Mail: Vol. 6 Grand Central Books
Book Mail: Vol. 5
Books: "The Perfect Escape" by Suzanne Park (YA Romance) "The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle" by Stuart Turton (Mystery/Thriller) "From Blood and Ash" by Jennifer L. Armentrout Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publishers for free copies of the books in exchange for an honest review. This past week has been a great one … Continue reading Book Mail: Vol. 5
Happy Book Birthday to “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”
The newest novel in the Hunger Games world by author Suzanne Collins is finally here! A decade after the hugely successful Hunger Games Trilogy took the world by storm, the author has released "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" on 5/19/2020. This prequel to the original Hunger Games Trilogy takes place in the capitol during the … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday to “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”
“Beach Read” Book Review
Book: "Beach Read" by Emily HenryGenre: Romantic Comedy/Drama Rating: 4/5 Stars"Beach Read" by Emily Henry is a romantic comedy/drama novel set to release on May 19 2020. The story follows romance author January Andrews who is staying at her late father's beach house and desperately trying to write her next novel. When the book opens, January … Continue reading “Beach Read” Book Review
Book of the Month Club
It finally happened. I joined the Book of the Month Club!This monthly box subscription service allows participants to choose one hardcover book each month from a list of hand selected options. Each month the offered books change, but they include various genres and authors. Categories of books include debut authors, early release books, bestsellers and … Continue reading Book of the Month Club