Happy Monday and happy book review day!
Oh winter, we are so over you! I currently find myself continuing to soak up the coziness of cold days spent warm inside, but looking forward to the warmth of the sun again. I caught Mason looking out his bedroom window at his swing set and he said he just couldn't wait to play on that playground again. I agree!
I read six books this month; four fiction and two non-fiction. There are some great ones in this review! Remember, you can click on the title or the book image to be taken directly to Amazon to purchase your own copy. I get a shiny quarter or two if you order your books this way. :)
COFFEE
My warm drink of choice this month has been a London Fog Latte. It consists of Early Grey tea, steamed milk and sweetener. Yum!
BOOKS
by: Myquillyn Smith
3 out of 5 stars
I was so excited to read this book, but did not find it all that inspiring or interesting. Fans of Myquillyn Smith will love it, but it just did not offer me anything new. I read her blog years ago, but not so much anymore. Maybe my style has shifted some over the years. I love the title, but the book was just okay.
by: Josie Silver
4 out of 5 stars
I loved this book! You know that I reserve my five star reviews for life-changing books. This one is a strong 4 and a half as a fun fiction read. It's the story of a girl traveling home from work on the bus when she catches the eye of a man standing on the sidewalk. Their eyes meet, there is an immediate connection, and the bus pulls away. She spends the next year looking for him. The story unfolds from there and, at the risk of spoiling it for you, I'll leave it at that. I loved the characters, the plot line and the author's style. Ultimately, I love how the author captures the messiness of love and relationships in an engaging way.
by: Renee Carlino
4 out of 5 stars
This book was so good too! Although heavier than my first fiction book of this month, the plot line of this book is excellent. As a writer struggling to find her voice, the main character finds herself reading a book that her friend keeps raving about. As she reads the book, she realizes that she is reading an account of her own life and that the author is actually her best childhood friend and a man she has not spoken to in years. She reads the book, reconnects with him and everything unfolds from there. This book is all about the bond of friendships formed in childhood amidst awful life experiences and healing as an adult.
by: Jessica Turner
4 out of 5 stars
This book is a must read for every working mom who feels pulled between the demands of work and home...every working mom I know! I loved the author's practical advice and relatability. Add this one to your list to ease guilt and become more intentional in your approach to daily life.
by: Jasmine Guillory
4 out of 5 stars
I reviewed Jasmine Guillory's first novel, The Wedding Date, in my blog post HERE. I loved this one just as much! Her books are pure chick-lit fun with an interesting cast of multi-racial characters. The story is engaging and the characters are believable and endearing. As with any romance, these books are a little on the racy side. I mention that in case it's not your thing. :) When you are in the mood for a romance novel with interesting supporting characters, Jasmine Guillory's books do not disappoint.
by: Amor Towles
4 out of 5 stars
I listened to this book on audio and am so glad I did. The book reads like prose with sentences that you want to hear repeated. Set in the 1930's, this book takes place in New York City and follows a young woman navigating her way through work and relationships during that time. This book was very Gatsby-esque with its revelry and flawed characters. The book is essentially a snapshot of one year and the impact of split second events and decisions that change lives forever. Such a good read!
Have a great week everyone!
xo,
Deanna
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