The very first thing I noticed about this book is how absolutely stunning it is! In addition to the gorgeous photos on the cover, the entire book is printed on heavy, quality paper and has a definitely gift-worthy feel. On the inside, the photography is just as beautiful. But if you're expecting page after page of greens salads, you'll be surprised. Yes, there are plenty of ripe, beautiful ...
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Audiobook Review: West Cork (And Audible Giveaway!)
I seem to be on quite a roll when it comes to audiobooks lately. I'm beginning to know straightaway if it's going to work or not. One of the things I love about Audible is that if it isn't, I can exchange the book, free of charge, for another. Fortunately, I haven't had to do that in a while. West Cork is my third five-star audiobook in a row. I first heard about this book while standing in one ...
Blog Tour: You All Grow Up and Leave Me by Piper Weiss
Welcome to my stop on the blog tour for You All Grow Up and Leave Me. I was immediately drawn in by the blurb and cover. The true crime buff in me couldn't resist this book about a young women's experience with Gary Wilensky, a child predator who preyed on the young of Manhattan's elite families in the 1990's. I have to be honest. This book is a tough one for me to review. There were many ...
Throwback Thursday: Born to Run
Throwback Thursday is a weekly meme hosted by Renee at It’s Book Talk. Throwback Thursday is an awesome opportunity to share old favorites as well as older books in our TBR. I love this idea as I only started blogging about two years ago. Therefore, I have lots of old favorites to talk about. While I may not remember all of the details needed to write a complete review, I’m happy to share the ...
Review of Unspeakable by Chris Hedges
My Review Unspeakable by Chris Hedges is the first book in the "Unspeakable" series by Hot Books/Skyhorse Publishing. The series will provide a platform for writers, thinkers, and activists who have been marginalized, criticized, and otherwise silenced by the powerful mainstream media. Hedges has an extensive, impressive, and credible resumé as a journalist. He's the son of a Presbyterian ...
Review of Sober Stick Figure: A Memoir by Amber Tozer
Amber Tozer is super-funny, brutally honest comedian who has bravely chosen to share her story of alcoholism and recovery with the world. If you're thinking this is another super-heavy memoir that will leave you feeling nothing but depression and pity, just take a look at the cover. That sick figure version of Amber makes frequent appearances throughout the book... In a very real ...
Review of “Free Days with George: Learning Life’s Little Lessons from One Very Big Dog” by Colin Campbell
Full disclosure: I own a Newf. Therefore, there was little to no chance this book was getting less than five stars no matter what. But I'm happy to say those five stars are well-deserved! I read this book in less than a day. It's a fast-feel good read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Colin Campbell was a man who'd hit a rough spot in life. His wife, the love of his life, left him suddenly and with no ...
Review of “I’ll See You in Paris” by Michelle Gable
Thanks to St. Martin's Press via NetGalley for providing me with a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. Beginning at a their horse farm in Virginia, then alternating between 1970's and 1990's Paris and England, I'll See You in Paris is the story of a mother and daughter reconciling the past with their present. Though it is narrated in alternating time periods, and there are ...
Review of “Avenue of Spies” by Alex Kershaw
Thanks to Crown Publishing via NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Summary: Avenue of Spies is the story of the Jackson family during the Nazi occupation of Paris. Sumner Jackson is a well-respected physician working at the American Hospital. He and his wife, Toquette and son, Philip reside on the Avenue de Foch, one of the most prestigious ...
Review of “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Many thanks to Spiegel & Grau, via Shelf Awareness, for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Summary: In a letter written to his fifteen year old son, which is part memoir and part narrative, Ta-Nehisi Coates shares his powerfully written and very relevant thoughts, experiences, and perspectives on race, history and American culture. From the ...
