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Ilsa

CatherineJuly 21, 2021July 23, 2021Leave a comment

(Madeleine L’Engle, 1946) Ilsa is a wild thing; many love her but she is largely … Continue ReadingIlsa

Gone Before Spring / No Doubt in My Mind

CatherineJuly 17, 2021July 23, 2021Leave a comment

I first reviewed these books on my “Michi-centric” blog, Bookish In the Mitten. It’s a … Continue ReadingGone Before Spring / No Doubt in My Mind

Audiobooks Authors Fiction

We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves

CatherineMarch 15, 2021July 23, 2021Leave a comment

What an original, disturbing, complex novel. This author might be a genius. … Read More >We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves

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Oslo, Maine

CatherineFebruary 26, 2021July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Marcia Butler, 2021 This review starts with a caveat: the moose’s presence in this novel … Continue ReadingOslo, Maine

Fiction Mystery

Wish You Were Here – Review

CatherineNovember 9, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

My ongoing plan over the next few months is to review titles that I’ve listed … Continue ReadingWish You Were Here – Review

Classic Fiction Romance

Mysteries of Udolpho – New Review

CatherineNovember 7, 2020Leave a comment

Here is the text of my review of a classic gothic romance; you can see … Continue ReadingMysteries of Udolpho – New Review

Fiction General Fiction

Jude the Obscure

CatherineNovember 1, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

If you would like to experience this (the Kindle version is 99 cents), then read the book by all means – but make plans to anchor yourself in the present afterwards. Hug your spouse, your child – or your pig. Play happy music. Take a walk. Count your blessings. … Read More >Jude the Obscure

Fantasy Fiction Historical Fiction

Reedsy Review – The Memoir of the Minotaur

CatherineNovember 1, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Maybe don’t read this well-crafted and sometimes funny mythological memoir just before dinner. … Read More >Reedsy Review – The Memoir of the Minotaur

Fiction Historical Fiction

The Distant Hours

CatherineOctober 11, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Take your time with this skillfully crafted novel. When you see what the end has in store, you’ll be glad you did. … Read More >The Distant Hours

Beach Reads Fiction

Two Truths and a Lie

CatherineAugust 30, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Read this book on the plane and headed to your vacation destination – it will pass the time, but don’t expect any life lessons. … Read More >Two Truths and a Lie

Beach Reads Fiction

Big Little Lies

CatherineAugust 26, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

I recommend the audio version of all of Liane Morarty’s books. Listen while driving, walking, or running. You could also read the paperback from your beach chair or hammock. … Read More >Big Little Lies

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The Green Road

CatherineAugust 23, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

This book stirs up strong emotion without being maudlin. (Maudlin or not – you’ll still need tissues.) … Read More >The Green Road

Fantasy Fiction Young Adult

A Wrinkle in Time

CatherineAugust 17, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Best read on a golden autumn evening. … Read More >A Wrinkle in Time

Classic Fiction

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

CatherineAugust 12, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

I recommend reading this book with coffee or tea at hand. If you can manage, try sitting on a fire escape or a balcony, and pay attention to the sounds of the city around you as you read. … Read More >A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

Audiobooks Fiction Magical Realism

Once Upon a River

CatherineAugust 12, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

If you enjoy flights of fancy, 19th century fiction, or stories that take place in the UK, add this book to your list. Best listened to when life is hectic and you need a little magic. … Read More >Once Upon a River

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The Member of the Wedding

CatherineAugust 12, 2020July 23, 20211 Comment

Ideally you would listen (or read, if that is your choice) on a summer day under a shade tree. … Read More >The Member of the Wedding

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Stones for Ibarra

CatherineAugust 12, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

With its simple language, this book is easy to skim. Guard against that. I recommend reading with iced tea or lemonade at hand, and maybe some almond cookies. … Read More >Stones for Ibarra

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Rebecca

CatherineAugust 12, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Read this book (as with most gothic novels) at night under the warm glow of a non-LED lamp, to the sound of dramatic classical music. Don’t light a fire. … Read More >Rebecca

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Cat’s Eye

CatherineAugust 11, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

I have no suggestion for where to read this or what music to play in the background; this book transcends those suggestions. Just read it. … Read More >Cat’s Eye

Fiction Historical Fiction Mystery

The Crocodile on the Sandbank

CatherineAugust 11, 2020July 23, 2021Leave a comment

Enjoy this book with a whiskey and soda or a cup of British tea. Location? A tent in the desert would be best. … Read More >The Crocodile on the Sandbank