Title: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches Author: Sangu Mandanna Publisher: Penguin Random House Source: Columbus Metropolitan Library A warm and uplifting novel about an isolated witch whose opportunity to embrace a quirky new family—and a new love—changes the course of her life. As one of the few witches in Britain, Mika Moon knows… Continue reading The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
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That Summer by Jennifer Weiner
Title: That Summer Author: Jennifer Weiner Publisher: Atria Books Source: NetGalley in exchange for an honest review From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Big Summer comes another deliciously twisty novel of intrigue, secrets, and the transformative power of female friendship. Daisy Shoemaker can’t sleep. With a thriving cooking business, full schedule of volunteer work, and a beautiful… Continue reading That Summer by Jennifer Weiner
Dog Gone, Back Soon by Dr. Nick Trout
Title: Dog Gone, Back Soon Author: Dr. Nick Trout Publisher: Hachette Books Source: Publisher via NetGalley When Dr. Cyrus Mills returned home after inheriting his estranged father’s veterinary practice, The Bedside Manor for Sick Animals, the last thing he wanted was to stay in Eden Falls, Vermont, a moment longer than absolutely necessary. However, the… Continue reading Dog Gone, Back Soon by Dr. Nick Trout
Malice by Heather Walter
Title: Malice Author: Heather Walter Publisher: Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine Del Ray Source: NetGalley in exchange for an honest review A princess isn’t supposed to fall for an evil sorceress. But in this “bewitching and fascinating†(Tamora Pierce) retelling of “Sleeping Beauty,†true love is more than a simple fairy tale. “Walter’s spellbinding debut is for… Continue reading Malice by Heather Walter
Astrid Sees All by Natalie Standiford
Title: Astrid Sees All Author: Natalie Standiford Publisher: Atria Books Source: NetGalley in exchange for an honest review New York’s last bohemia—the glittering, decadent downtown club scene of the 1980s—is the setting for this brilliantly winning novel about a smart, vulnerable young woman taking a deep dive into her dark side, essential for fans of Sweetbitter, Fleabag,… Continue reading Astrid Sees All by Natalie Standiford
Notes from a Young Black Chef by Kwame Onwuachi
Why did I read this book? I read it as one of the 2021 Read Harder Challenge Tasks. What did I think of this book? I picked up the “Adapted for Young Adults” version which was mildly shorter and used language appropriate for young adults. It may have glossed over or not gone into great… Continue reading Notes from a Young Black Chef by Kwame Onwuachi
Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
Why did I read this book? A librarian picked it for me as a “Grab and Go” item. I asked for literary fiction. What did I think of this book? I really liked it! It took a few chapters to get into the rhythm as there are flashbacks to previous events mixed in with present… Continue reading Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
To Fetch a Felon by Jennifer Hawkins
Title: To Fetch a Felon Author: Jennifer Hawkins Publisher: Berkley Publishing Group Source: NetGalley in exchange for an honest review Emma Reed and her beloved Corgi move from London to Cornwall with the dream of opening a tea shop—but first they’ll have to collar a criminal in the first book in a charming new series. Emma… Continue reading To Fetch a Felon by Jennifer Hawkins
Victories Greater Than Death by Charlie Jane Anders
Title: Victories Greater Than Death Author: Charlie Jane Anders Publisher: Macmillan Tom-Doherty Associates – Tor Teen Source: Publisher on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review Outsmart Your Enemies. Outrun the Galaxy. “Just please, remember what I told you. Run. Don’t stop running for anything.†Tina never worries about being ‘ordinary’–she doesn’t have to, since… Continue reading Victories Greater Than Death by Charlie Jane Anders
Weird Kid by Greg van Eekhout
Title: Weird Kid Author: Greg van Eekhout Publisher: Harper Audio Source: Audio Copy from publisher on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review From the author of Cog and Voyage of the Dogs, Weird Kid is a hilarious and heartfelt homage to everyone who feels like they don’t belong. Perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Stuart Gibb. Jake Wind… Continue reading Weird Kid by Greg van Eekhout