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- 21 May 2013
'And the Mountains Echoed' Khaled Hosseini
It’s been nearly 10 years since Hosseini’s dark horse debut hit, The Kite Runner, was published. He returns with (in his own words), “a multi-generational-family story as well, this time revolving around brothers and sisters, and the ways in which they love, wound, betray, honor, and sacrifice for each other.”
'Golden Boy' by Abigail Tarttelin
It's the story of the seemingly perfect Walker family—two successful parents and two handsome sons, Max and Daniel. But when Steve Walker launches a Parliament run, the family is pushed into the spotlight and a secret Max has been keeping is uncovered.
- 28 May 2013
'The Son' by Philipp Meyer
The Son is an epic story of power and dynasty in Texas over 150 years—and it's a modern classic.
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'Trans-Atlantic' by Colum McCann
This latest novel goes from 1849 to 1918 to 1998 and explores the relationship between America and Ireland, slavery and freedom and war and peace.
'Big Brother' by Lionel Shriver
Inspired in part by Shriver's own relationship with her brother, who died of complications from diabetes and obesity in 2010, this is an unflinching look at the toll of obesity on family relationships.
'Sparta' by Roxana Robinson
Robinson takes on the issue of soldiers returning to the home front. Conrad enlisted after college, served his time without major incident, and comes home to his girlfriend and family. But he is unable to ease back into everyday life—and his bitterness turns into anger that might have serious consequences.
- 11 June 2013
'The Engagements' by J. Courtney Sullivan
In her third novel, Sullivan looks at the idea of marriage and how it has changed—or not—over the decades, tying her story in to the 1940s De Beers ad campaign that made the diamond engagement ring a touchstone of American culture.
- 18 June 2013
'The Ocean at the End of the Lane' by Neil Gaiman
This new modern fable—which, at 192 pages, is more of a novella—tells the story of a man who returns to his native English village and suddenly realizes the cost of the horrible evil he fought as a child, with the help of Lettie Hempstock and her extraordinary mother and grandmother.
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Recipe of the week: Grilled Corn and Poblano Guacamole
This month’s cooking column has us dreaming about warmer weather. Frontera: Margaritas, Guacamoles, and Snacks by Rick Bayless serves up “a super selection of south-of-the-border delights” to help turn any blustery day into a mini vacation. Grilled Corn and Poblano … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Tamarind-Mezcal Margarita
The recipes from Frontera: Margaritas, Guacamoles, and Snacks by Rick Bayless have me wishing I’d joined the seasonal exodus to Mexico or the Caribbean. Whether you are lucky enough to have parked yourself by a pool or are cranking the … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Pancetta, white bean and swiss chard pot pies
Deb Perelman’s The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook doesn’t claim easy, speedy recipes. It does, however, promise to-die-for dishes from an “obsessive” cook who “will fine-tune, twiddle and tweak until it’s just right, then share her culinary insights and inspirations with you.” … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: German Stollen
Yesterday we told you about The Plum Tree, Ellen Marie Wiseman’s poignant debut novel about love and survival in Germany during World War II. (I love all the family photos Wiseman shared with us, so check out the post if … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Puffy Grits
During the majority of the year, breakfast is a bowl of oatmeal and a mug of coffee on the way out the door. But on those lovely days off from work—especially if you’re playing host or hostess—it’s time to bring … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Better Nutters
My favorite time of the year to bake is during the holidays, and cooking columnist Sybil Pratt calls Bouchon Bakery “an absolute must” and “a knockout.” It comes from Thomas Keller, the extraordinary American chef, and Sebastien Rouxel, executive pastry … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Valencia Orange and Cheese Flan
La cocina Latina is more than just excellent Mexican food. As Maricel E. Presilla shows in Gran Cocina Latina, it’s a wonderfully complex amalgam of Portugese and Spanish-speaking countries’ cooking customs, from Argentina and Cuba to Mexico and many islands … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Basic Cranberry Sauce
Happy Thanksgiving, readers! Our Cookbook of the Month, naturally, is Sam Sifton’s “charming, absolutely essential manual,” Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well. If, by chance, your preparations aren’t going very well—or if you simply need a great last-minute recipe for … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Swordfish Kebabs
Cooking in November means turkey . . . but this year, it also means Turkey, the country! Cooking columnist Sybil Pratt has taken us for a spin around the world with her November column, and with Leanne Kitchen’s cookbook Turkey, … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Roasted Cauliflower with Anchovy Bread Crumbs
Our Top Pick in Cookbooks for November is Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well by Sam Sifton, an essential guide whether you’re hosting this year or simply wish to bring a flawless dish. As Sifton says, “Thanksgiving ought to be … Continue reading
The bottle or the book?
That’s the question asked in our festive beverages feature this month. The answer? Both! We suggest five books that pair well with your drink of choice—for tipplers and teetotalers alike. Click here to read the piece, or read on for … Continue reading
Recipe of the week: Jicama Sticks with Chile and Lime
Our November cooking column is a veritable extravaganza of global cuisine! Maricel E. Presilla’s Gran Cocina Latina: The Food of Latin America roams from Mexico to Argentina, from Cuba to Brazil. Cooking columnist Sybil Pratt calls it “a feast and … Continue reading
