The Dirty Life is Kristin Kimball’s engaging memoir about falling in love with a traditionalist farmer and starting a farm from scratch with him in rural New York. It’s also a story of a personal evolution, as the author transitioned from city dweller to a skilled country farmer. Continue reading
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Audiobook Review: The Wedding People by Alison Espach, Narrated by Helen Laser
The Wedding People is a current best-selling contemporary fiction novel about Phoebe who, with the help of the members of a wedding party, pulls herself from the brink of suicide and even falls unexpectedly in love. The fantastic narration makes this a story best listened to rather than read. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker, Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini
All the Colors of the Dark is a novel that’s part suspense, part contemporary literature, and wholly immersive. A unique plot and memorable characters make it a satisfying – but long – read. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera, Narrated by January LaVoy and Will Damron
Listen for the Lie is a highly entertaining novel of suspense about a cold case murder, the people who were involved, and the true crime podcast that tries to solve it. It’s surprisingly funny and engaging, making Listen for the Lie a novel I would easily recommend. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer, Narrated by Rachel L. Jacobs
The Wishing Game is a charming story about the impact good books can have on young lives and the importance of never giving up on your dreams. If you need a break from dark, heavy novels, The Wishing Game can help cleanse your reading palette while also providing whimsical entertainment. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: The Women by Kristin Hannah, Narrated by Julia Whelan
The Women by Kristin Hannah is a phenomenal historical fiction novel that tells the story of one woman’s experience as an Army nurse during the Vietnam War and her struggles to overcome PTSD and an unwelcoming nation upon her return home. Kristin Hannah does a much-needed service to all women Vietnam veterans by sharing their unique war experiences in such a raw and ultimately hopeful way. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: The Secret Life of Sunflowers by Marta Molnar, Narrated by Kendra Murray
The Secret Life of Sunflowers is the interesting story of Johanna Bonger, sister-in-law of Vincent van Gogh, who, despite overwhelming odds, ensured the genius of van Gogh’s art was eventually recognized and valued after his death. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva, Narrated by Euan Morton
Mr. Dickens and His Carol is an imaginative tale of Charles Dickens’ inspiration for A Christmas Carol, one of the most beloved stories about the meaning of Christmas. Similar to A Christmas Carol, this historical fiction novel also has themes of hope, love, generosity, and forgiveness. I found Mr. Dickens and His Carol to be the perfect book to read during the days leading up to Christmas. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: The Spy Coast: A Thriller by Tess Gerritsen
The Spy Coast is an engaging new thriller and the first installment in author Tess Gerritsen’s The Martini Club book series. Retired CIA operative Maggie Bird’s past catches up to her in the bucolic town of Purity, Maine long after her retirement from the agency. Fortunately, she doesn’t have to face the intrigue alone – other agents who also retired in the area relish the opportunity to give her a helping hand. Continue reading
Audiobook Review: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger, narrated by Rich Orlow
Ordinary Grace is historical fiction at its finest. Author William Kent Krueger artfully weaves a coming of age story set against the backdrop of one eventful and tragic summer in small town America in 1961. And Rich Orlow is the perfect voice of a man looking back on that summer and describing its influence on his life. Continue reading
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