Dangerous, Dirty, Violent, and Young: A Fugitive Family in the Revolutionary Underground
by Zayd Ayers Dohrn
A Must Read (4/17/2026)
Dangerous Dirty Violent & Young by Zayd Ayers Dohrn is a timely and important read for today. I loved reading it. When I was younger I heard of Weather Underground. Of course, I did not understand them, I thought they were a cult of evil. This book taught me a lot and provided insight into his parents and why they did what they did. Mr. Dohrn's writing is a pleasure to read.
I think this is a must read for high school and college student. Timely and informative, it will grab your attention and keep you reading. Well worth reading.
The Family Man: Blood and Betrayal in the House of Murdaugh
by James Lasdun
Intriguing read! (4/11/2026)
The Family Man by James Lasdun really sucked me in. It was well written and kept me hooked I found the description of the people and place involved well constructed.
It was an eye opener to read about the family and how much money and power let them get away with a lot.
I enjoyed the writing of this book. The author did a great job and I highly recommend reading this book.
When the Sky Turned to Dust
by Catherine Matthias
A good read (3/11/2026)
When the Sky Turned to Dust is a beautifully written story that takes place during the Great Depression ant the Dust Bowl. The story comes to life and really keeps you reading. The writing is vibrant and so descriptive. I actually felt like I was there ,it just immersed me in the setting. It is at times heartbreaking and so realistic.
I feel like this is a great YA book for ages 12. This is an excellent story to be introduced to the Dust Bowl and Great Depression.
Stay for a Spell
by Amy Coombe
A charming read! (2/14/2026)
Stay a Spell by Amy Coombe is a magical and charming read. A cozy, A romance, spells, quirky characters. I love it. I enjoyed the story and it made me feel so good as I was reading. The story captured me, It was my escape from reality. The characters were funny, adorable, well developed. Their different personalities really shone through.
Anyone who likes cozies, YA, romance, magical realism will enjoy this book. I plan on reading more from Amy Coombe.
The writing was smooth and fast. It was like a cup of hot chocolate in story form. I highly recommend this book.
The title fit the story very well.
The Irish Goodbye: Micro-Memoirs
by Beth Ann Fennelly
A heartfelt read (12/20/2025)
The Irish Goodbye.
Micro memoirs by Beth Ann Fennelly is a sweet and touching book . I really enjoyed reading this book. It is well written and very enjoyable book. There are a lot of deeply felt emotions in this read. I would think this will be a great choice for women's book clubs. I plan on reading more from Beth Ann Fennelly.
The Heart-Shaped Tin: Love, Loss, and Kitchen Objects
by Bee Wilson
A Heartfelt Read (11/16/2025)
The Heart Shaped Tin by Bee Wilson is an exquisite testimony to how personal objects can affect us. Whether it is good, sad, bittersweet or nostalgic, they have a lasting impact on our emotions. Memories that last a lifetime. Their value is oftentimes more sentimental than monetary.
This book was a very enjoyable read. The writing is very well done. I really got into each story. The stories were so personal and heartfelt. Each chapter started with a title and had a black and white picture of the object the story was about. I really loved those pictures.
I plan on reading more from Bee Wilson. She is a wonderful author. This would make a wonderful book choice for book clubs that enjoy memoirs, women's fiction.
We'll Prescribe You a Cat
by Syou Ishida
A sweet read (11/8/2025)
I really enjoyed this book. Warm, whimsical and a touch of sadness in the book.
The book is broken into 5 short stories. The title of the chapters is the name of the featured cat.
The stories involve cats being prescribed by a doctor in a mysterious building.
The patient keeps the cat for 10 days and then is asked to return the cat. I really enjoy the idea of cats being prescribed to help people.
There is mystery to the stories. Who is this doctor? Why is there no address , instead just vague directions to get there. Not everyone can find it. If you need it, you can find it. I loved the stories.
Dandelion Is Dead
by Rosie Storey
An interesting read (9/29/2025)
Dandelion is Dead is a fun, cute and emotional ride of a story. I really enjoyed the story. The plot was interesting, the characters were excellent and realistic. It made me want to keep reading. I am looking forward to reading more from Rosie Storey. The pages flew by as I read more and more. It totally captured my attention.
This will make a wonderful selection for book clubs, especially Women's fiction, General Fiction and Romance. A 5 star read for me. I highly recommend reading this book.
When They Burned the Butterfly
by Wen-yi Lee
An exciting read (9/8/2025)
When They Burned the Butterfly is a thrilling read.
I did not want the story to end.
I am looking forward to more from Wen-Yi Lee.
The story was very interesting and it really kept me wanting to know what happens next. The characters, female gangsters with special powers are so interesting. I was rooting for them.
The writing is very descriptive and I was able to visualize everything happening.
If you enjoy YA Fantasy, Magical Realism books then you will enjoy this story. The writing is smooth and not disjointed or hard to follow which really made the book a pleasure to read.
This book was as exciting as These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong.
A five star read for me.
The Bone Thief
by Vanessa Lillie
A great story (7/11/2025)
The Bone Thief by Vanessa Lilie is a great story. It has a mystery mixed with a bit of history. I really enjoyed the writing. The characters are so real. I was really taken with Syd Walker.
Vanessa Lillie is a new to me author whom I plan to read more of. A very talented writer.
If you enjoy Tony Hillerman or Angeline Boulley books you will enjoy The Bone Thief.
The Whyte Python World Tour: A Novel
by Travis Kennedy
A Rocking Good Read! (4/13/2025)
I am so excited about The White Python World Tour by Travis Kennedy.
This book was an excellent read. I really felt like I was there for the ride. I highly recommend reading this book.
This book was like reliving my teen years in the 80s. It really is well written and it sure does feel like the 80s again. A real blast from the past. You will be rooting for Rikki Thunder to achieve his dreams. He is so likable.
Tawny Spice is smarter band more calculating than she seems. She surprised me.
This book is more than metal bands . It has intrigue and suspense. There is so much to like about this book. Plenty of drama, very realistic . Even song lyrics, not real songs but you can imagine them as real. An enjoyable escape from life read. I will be awaiting more from Travis Kennedy. Rock on!!
Making Friends Can Be Murder
by Kathleen West
A fun read (2/11/2025)
I really enjoyed Making Friends Can Be Murder. The story was interesting . The idea of a club with people with the same name is different but fun. Same names and different personalities makes enjoyable reading. I found the idea of yarn bombing intriguing.
Serial Killer Games
by Kate Posey
Very entertaining (1/9/2025)
Serial Killer Games by Kate Posey was a fun and entertaining read. It was different than anything I have read before.
The main characters were so much fun. There are lots of laughs in the story. Jake and Delores are very interesting characters. This was a fun and fast read. I highly recommend it.
Graveyard Shift: A Novella
by M. L. Rio
A fast and interesting read (11/20/2024)
Grave Yard Shift by M.L. Rio was a fast read.
I thought it would be a scary read, as in horror. I don't consider it truly horror.
It was a good read though. In its own way it was a creepy read.
If you liked Frankenstein you will like this story.
The characters were entertaining and I just kept reading to find out what was going on in the graveyard. It was a surprise.
I would read more from this author.
Happy Land
by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Emotional read (11/9/2024)
Happy Land by Ellen Perkins scales is an emotional and wonderful read. It is well written with depth to the characters.
It is a dual timeline story which I love. It goes from the past, how Happy Land came to be and the present.
Mama Rita, the matriarch, is a complex character. Strong ,stubborn and family is important to her.
Her granddaughter, Veronica, who goes by Nikki, comes to visit her grandmother , whom she has not seen in awhile, to try to find out why her mother and her grandmother had a falling out.
The story is a good pick for book clubs. It delves into slavery and the complexities of how slaves were still treated when they were first freed.
Beast of the North Woods: Monster Hunter Mysteries #3
by Annelise Ryan
A thrilling read (10/29/2024)
I loved Beast of the North Woods by Anne lose Ryan.
The writing was very good. She was very descriptive in explaining the hodag..
The prologue was a great start to this story.A monster called a hodag. A creepy creature.
By the end of the second chapter ,there would be 2 mysteries. The first one was for Morgan to help her friends it's and Site's steps brother in-laws Roger and Roger's son,Andy.
Andy was arrested for the murder of an enemy. Andy denied it. Roger and Rita asked Morgan to help look into Andy's story.. Unfortunately for Andy, things don't look good for him, because he had history with the victim.
The second mystery will be who is sending Morgan messages letting her know she is being watched. There is a story there. Morgan had a suspicion as to whom it may be.
This story is a fast and interesting read.
The Bog Wife
by Kay Chronister
A creepy good read (8/7/2024)
I really enjoyed this book. The plot of the book was interesting . The writing was smooth and well done. I will definitely read more from this author. I liked that the chapters were titled, with the name of the characters alternating. I like getting their POV.
The story is gothic , magical realism . It reminds me of The Inheritance of Orchidea Divina .I would recommend this for anyone who enjoys magical realism, gothic stories, family saga, YA
The Pecan Children
by Quinn Connor
Interesting read (6/3/2024)
I enjoyed this story. I thought it was well written. There was family drama, feral children,strange happenings and a weird guy that kept popping up and annoying the sisters.
Table for Two: Fictions
by Amor Towles
Excellent stories (4/12/2024)
Table for Two is a book of short stories. The last story is a novella. I really enjoyed them. The characters in the stories are relatable and they are entertaining. The stories are entertaining but they make you think too. I did not want the stories to end. As usual, Amor Towels had done an excellent job!!
