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- 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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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.
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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.
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'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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'The Impossible Lives of Greta Wells' by Andrew Sean Greer
Greta Wells experiences three alternate lives during a therapy session, all with different secrets and losses, pain and happiness. Which one will she ultimately choose?
'Sisterland' by Curtis Sittenfeld
Sittenfeld returns with the story of twin sisters: Vi, a professed psychic, and Kate, a wife and mother in denial of her talents. When Vi predicts a devastating earthquake is around the corner, Kate must decide whether to support her sister and out herself for the potential good of the community, or continue to ignore her own instincts.
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Tag Archives: Trailer Tuesday
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Frozen in Time’ by Mitchell Zuckoff
In 1942, a U.S. cargo plane crashed into a Greenland ice cap. Days later, a rescue plane crashed in the same area as well. All nine men aboard survived. Then another rescue plane sent to find the survivors vanished. In … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘A Delicate Truth’ by John le Carré
John le Carré, best-selling author of The Spy Who Came In from the Cold; Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and The Constant Gardener is at the top of his game with a new novel, A Delicate Truth. In the book, two … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Victory Season’ by Robert Weintraub
After the second world war’s end, baseball players left the trenches for the baseball field and the modern era of baseball began. Players like Jackie Robinson emerged as one of baseball’s greatest players while established players like DiMaggio, Williams and … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Get the Guy’ by Matthew Hussey
From He’s Just Not that Into You to Steve Harvey‘s Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, women have gotten a lot of advice about how to deal with men. But I doubt that any other relationship book has … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Ordinary Grace’ by William Kent Krueger
William Kent Krueger is well known as the author of the successful Cork O’Connor detective series, but he breaks into new territory with his latest novel Ordinary Grace. The book takes place in the summer of 1961 in New Bremen, … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Secrets of the Best Chefs’ by Adam Roberts
I’m always looking for great cookbooks, especially ones that teach me tips and tricks for the kitchen in addition to the recipe for world class lasagna. Adam Roberts, the self-taught cook behind amateurgourmet.com, has hung out with 50 of America’s … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Girls of Atomic City’ by Denise Kiernan
Oak Ridge, Tennessee didn’t exist until the American government bought land in the hills of Tennessee in 1942. Soon, 75,000 people were living and working in Oak Ridge, many of them young women just out of high school recruited to … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Love Song of Jonny Valentine’ by Teddy Wayne
Our top pick in fiction this month is Teddy Wayne‘s novel The Love Song of Jonny Valentine. Jonny Valentine is a Bieber-esque 11-year-old thrust into a world of fame and fortune, who puts on a packaged face for his fans, … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Saturday Night Widows’ by Becky Aikman
When Becky Aikman‘s husband died, she was not ready to be a widow, and certainly not ready to give up on finding happiness again like some of the widows she had met. Aikman decided to form a group of widows … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Truth in Advertising’ by John Kenney
After working in advertising for 17 years, it’s no wonder that John Kenney‘s first novel is about a guy who works in advertising, or that his hilarious book trailer centers around a focus group. Kenney’s character, Fin Dolan, is an … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Here I Go Again’ by Jen Lancaster
Lissy Ryder was the “it girl” in high school, but her adult life is taking a turn for the worse. Her high school boyfriend, now husband, is leaving her; her growing waistline can no longer be attributed to water weight; … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Wrath of Angels’ by John Connolly
Number 11 in the Charlie Parker series, John Connolly‘s latest novel begins with an ominous discovery: a plane has crashed in Maine’s Great North Woods containing a list of those who have struck a deal with the devil. Is Charlie … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Backyard Parables’ by Margaret Roach
Margaret Roach‘s The Backyard Parables is both a spiritual and scientific field guide for the modern gardener. The book gives reader a glimpse of her spiritual practices, but also includes many practical tips for gardeners. Says our reviewer: Roach, former … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Magical Journey’ by Katrina Kenison
Faced with the absence of her grown sons and the heartbreaking loss of a close friend, Katrina Kenison turned to introspection and yoga in order to heal. She records her results in Magical Journey, chronicling her path to discover the … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Truth about Style’ by Stacy London
In a fashion-obsessed world, it’s nice to know that other women have just as much trouble putting together an outfit as I do. In her new book The Truth About Style, “What Not to Wear” stylist Stacy London picked nine … Continue reading
