Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell
When I think about reading the Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell, I think about dodgeball, smelly buses, and elementary school cafeterias.
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Book Reviews
Honest and thoughtful reviews of what I’ve been reading. Browse by genre, mood, or curiosity to find your next great book
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
I loved everything about The Alice Network. The story, the characters, the history… everything. If you’ve been reading any historical fiction lately, you know the trend the last few years has been all about WWII. Bonus! The Alice Network does an amazing job of weaving the stories of two characters, Eve Gardiner and Charlie St Clair, and both World Wars.
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A Mother’s Day Reflection
Growing up, my mom loved to read the kind of books that translated into raising girls that love to read. There are three Danielle Steel books that I love that have stuck with me since high school. These always make me think of my mom, just like Danielle Steel does, just like any book I love does.
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Calm the F*ck Down by Sarah Knight
Self-proclaimed anti-guru, Sarah Knight’s new book, Calm the F*ck Down is a no-nonsense guide to dealing with life’s problems. Never claims to be an expert on anything, she admits to having anxiety, to taking pharmaceuticals to deal with her anxiety, and to believing that the solution she found to help herself will help you deal with yours (whether it be little a anxiety or capital A ANXIETY).
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One of Us Is Lying by Karen McManus
Bottom line: I loved reading One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus. It’s fun, fast-paced, and addictive and a
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