I am sort of surprised at myself for not reading What Happens Next by Colleen Clayton sooner, given my interest in books that relate to the things I currently teach about. However, I am a firm subscriber in the better late than never mantra. ALSO! April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so it is the perfect […]
The Caged Graves | Dianne K. Salerni | Book Review
April 25, 2013
Set in Catawissa, Pennsylvania during the post Civil War era, The Caged Graves by Dianne K. Salerni is an intense historical fiction young adult read. With a spitfire main character, dark secrets, and a slow to develop romance, The Caged Graves hearkens back to the historical fiction of my childhood, similar in feel to The Witch Of Blackbird […]
Allison: Anna and the French Kiss || Stephanie Perkins || Book Review
April 24, 2013
Since I started reviewing books and became part of the book blogging community, I have heard so much about Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins. It has been so hyped up and nearly everyone I encountered was continuously telling me that I should read it. Admittedly, I was a hesitant because I wasn’t […]
Dear Life, You Suck | Scott Blagden | Book Review
April 24, 2013
There’s something to be said for reading a contemporary book that it seems hasn’t yet been widely reviewed by other book bloggers. I feel a bit like an explorer right now. Dear Life, You Suck is a debut novel by Scott Blagden. Set in Maine, Dear Life, You Suck follows Cricket Cherpin who has a depressing back […]
The Iron King | Maurice Druon | Book Review
April 23, 2013
The Iron King by Maurice Druon caught my eye due to the George R.R. Martin blurb on the front cover. I love the political machinations and scandal within the plot of Game Of Thrones. Seeing Martin proclaim The Iron King to be the original Game Of Thrones definitely had my attention, as I am interested in reading more […]
Relish: My Life In The Kitchen | Lucy Knisley | Book Review
April 22, 2013
I love graphic novels. I love books about the act of cooking and eating. Thus, Relish: My Life In The Kitchen by Lucy Knisley immediately caught my eye, as it combines two of my favorite things ever. Lucky for me, Relish was just as delightful and tantalizing as expected. Also? Bonus! There are recipes throughout the book […]