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Book Review: Garden Spells
Several weeks ago I read and raved about Sarah Addison Allen’s newest novel, The Peach Keeper. Like any book junkie, I went back for more and started with Allen’s first novel, Garden Spells. Once again, I couldn’t put this novel down. A few late nights and a beach trip later I was sad to see it end. Luckily, Allen has two more novels I can check out. The whimsical element of Allen’s writing is the most … Read entire article »
Filed under: Contemporary Literature
Posts Distilled: Summer Reads
As you’re reading this, several wonderful things have happened: 1. I’ve had my last day of work. 2. I am spending some time with my family. 3. I am on my way to the beach! I apologize for causing jealousy but had to share my joy. Enjoy some summer reading musings … Washington Post Best Reads of the Summer. I’m most excited about An Atlas of Impossible Longing, The Paris Wife, and State of Wonder. Summer Reading Lists Bum … Read entire article »
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Book Review: The Peach Keeper
Happy Memorial Day! I was a little ahead on my reading and had another post planned for today. But then this week I started The Peach Keeper, by Sarah Addison Allen, and I read it in two days. I decided it is the perfect beach book, so I’m reviewing it today in honor of the unofficial kickoff to summer! The Peach Keeper is the story of a small town in North Carolina, Walls of Water. Willa … Read entire article »
Filed under: Contemporary Literature
The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake
Before we dive into today’s book review, a quick note on the posting schedule. I’ll be posting book reviews on Mondays; Wednesdays I’ll alternate between Thoughts on Literature and a series of guest posts entitled, 5 Books I Can’t Live Without (look for one next week!); and Fridays I’ll post on life lessons I’ve learned from my favorite books. Enjoy! My mom always told me I should be a restaurant critic. Food and writing: my … Read entire article »
Filed under: Contemporary Literature
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