So far, my reading in 2021 is off to a strong start. Because I track my books from December-November, I’ve already read over a dozen books “this year,” including some very memorable titles. Let’s dive into the reviews! His & Hers, by Alice Feeney: Anna Andrews is a successful BBC news presenter who has thrown… Continue Reading
December is halfway over, which means just one thing: it’s time for the post I know you’ve all been anxiously awaiting (insert winky face emoji)—my annual recap of my reading life from the past twelve months, plus a list of my favorite books of the year. I contemplate this post all year long, and I… Continue Reading
I have a whopping EIGHT book reviews to share with you today, so let’s skip the formalities and get right to the reviews! Big Lies in a Small Town, by Diane Chamberlain: In 2018, Morgan Christopher is a budding artist spending time in a North Carolina prison for a crime she didn’t commit. When she… Continue Reading
Welcome to Quick Lit, where this month I’m doing things a little differently: instead of spreading out my reviews across a few weeks, I am sharing book reviews today AND Thursday—all in an effort to wrap up my 2020 book reviews in time for next week’s post on my favorite books of the year (always… Continue Reading
A mystery, a thriller, literary fiction, and romance all make an appearance in today’s reviews, in addition to an enlightening book on happiness and a spiritual book I can’t stop talking about. Let’s get right to the reviews! Love Lettering, by Kate Clayborn: Meg Mackworth is a hand-lettering aficionado whose skill has made her famous… Continue Reading
I have been surprised by a number of books lately: many of the novels I’ve been excited about reading have been a disappointment, while books for which I’ve held lower expectations have been pleasant surprises. Of the four novels I’m sharing in today’s post, the book I enjoyed the most was one I hadn’t anticipated… Continue Reading
At the start of this year, Charleston and I were plowing through chapter books together and loving them. But out of the blue, Charleston let me know that he didn’t want to read chapter books anymore and would prefer to stick with picture books for a while. I’m sure we will be returning to longer… Continue Reading
If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that life is unpredictable—often in ways that are uncomfortable and even catastrophic. As someone who thrives on structure and predictability, it’s tempting for me to conclude that unpredictable circumstances such as those we are experiencing this year are the antithesis to joy. But I know from Scripture… Continue Reading
Last Monday I shared reviews of some of the lighter books I’ve read in recent weeks. The slightly more serious books in today’s post were more in line with my usual taste, and all five were well worth the read. Enjoy the reviews! The Course of Love, by Alain de Botton: Most popular love stories… Continue Reading
The books in today’s post are more lighthearted than my typical fare: I’ve been feeling overwhelmed and stressed lately, and these lighter reads are just what the doctor ordered. A few of these books have been getting a lot of buzz among book bloggers lately: if you’ve read any of these titles, I’d love to… Continue Reading