Bring Your Own Book: The Light in the Ruins by Chris Bohjalain
“The Light in the Ruins” weaves together the story of the Rosati family during World War II in 1943 and later on in 1955. The novel opens in 1955 with the brutal murder of Francesca Rosati. Readers...
View ArticleBYOB: Doctor Sleep by Stephen King
“Doctor Sleep” by Stephen King is a suspensful and satisfying sequel to his 1977 novel “The Shining.” Photo by Michelle Liringis Stephen King fans have been waiting years for a sequel of his...
View ArticleBYOB: Is Everyone Hanging Out Without ME? (And Other Concerns) by Mindy Kaling
Kaling writes a refreshing, down to earth memoir. Photo by Michelle Liringis Mindy Kaling, known for playing the hilarious Kelly Kapoor from NBC’s “The Office,” has jumpstarted her career as an...
View ArticleBYOB: “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green
“The Fault in Our Stars” captures readers hearts from the very first page. John Green’s style feels effortless and is easy to follow. The novel is written in first person and is told by Hazel Grace...
View ArticleBYOB: “Exploring Diabetes with Owls” by David Sedaris
When I initially picked up “Exploring Diabetes with Owls,” I was expecting something quite different. I thought it would be a traditional memoir, start at the beginning and follow the evolution of...
View ArticleBYOB: “Inferno” by Dan Brown
Dan Brown, bestselling author of “The Davinci Code,” impressed readers once again in May 2013 with the release of his latest novel, “Inferno.” The newest novel features much loved character Robert...
View ArticleBYOB: “Divergent” by Veronica Roth
The latest young adult franchise is the “Divergent” series. The movie based on the New York Times bestselling novel by Veronica Roth hit theatres last weekend. Roth followed suit of many young adult...
View ArticleBYOB: “The Storyteller” by Jodi Picoult
Critically acclaimed author Jodi Picoult came out with her latest novel “The Storyteller” in May 2013. “The Storyteller” follows along Picoult’s usual themes of family and struggle, but this novel had...
View ArticleBYOB: Wynne’s War by Aaron Gwyn
Part western, part war story, “Wynne’s War” by Aaron Gwyn guides readers through the hilly terrains of Afghanistan on horseback with a tale that’s uniqueness is sure to captivate. The novel follows...
View ArticleBYOB: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
Suspense, romance and mystery — “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn has it all. When Nick’s wife Amy goes missing and a perfectly crafted murder scene is set up in their apartment, Nick becomes the prime...
View ArticleBYOB: Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands by Chris Bohjalian
Chris Bohjalian’s latest novel “Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands” was published this summer. The novel follows a sixteen year old girl named Emily Shepard who lost both of her parents in a nuclear...
View ArticleBYOB: Child 44 by Tom Rob Smith
In a country ruled by fear, no one is innocent. Photo by John Lineberger Child 44 is a crime thriller novel set in 1950’s Soviet Russia, the first of a trilogy. In a country that advertises itself as...
View ArticleBYOB: “We Were Liars” By E. Lockhart
“We Were Liars” is a YA mystery/romance fusion that takes place on the fictional private island of Beechwood, just off the coast of Massachusetts and owned by the ultra-wealthy Sinclair family. The...
View ArticleBYOB: “I’ll Meet You There” by Heather Demetrios
Just recently published, “Ill Meet You There” is Heather Demetrios’ seventh novel release. Let’s be honest; I bought this novel purely based on how beautiful the cover is. Old, vintage, rusted...
View ArticleBYOB: “The Son” by Philipp Meyer
Photo by John Lineberger “The Son” is a generational-western epic written by Philipp Meyer and released in 2013. Despite being raised in an ultra-southern family, forced to watch “Lonesome Dove” a...
View ArticleBYOB: “All the Bright Places” by Jennifer Niven
Photo by John Lineberger “All the Bright Places” is a young adult novel written by Jennifer Niven and released on Jan. 6, 2015. I’ve read a ton of YA at this point and honestly I have become very picky...
View ArticleBYOB: “The Carnival at Bray” by Jessie Ann Foley
Photo by John Lineberger “The Carnival at Bray” is a young adult novel set primarily in Ireland. It is Jessie Ann Foley’s debut novel. It was released on Oct. 1, 2014. The early ’90s, in which this...
View ArticleBYOB: “Slaughterhouse Five” by Kurt Vonnegut
Photo of Kurt Vonnegut. Photo courtesy of Tribune News Service. “Slaughterhouse Five” is a satirical-wartime novel written by Kurt Vonnegut. It was published in 1969. I have never been a big reader of...
View ArticleBYOB: “Paper Towns” by John Green
Photo by John Lineberger. “Paper Towns” is John Green’s third novel. It was published on Oct. 16, 2008 by Dutton Books. By now, you’ve probably heard of John Green from somewhere – his novels, movies,...
View ArticleBYOB: “The Boston Girl” by Anita Diamant
Photo by Alyssa Fronk. “The Boston Girl” by Anita Diamant is a generational immigrant story set throughout most of the twentieth century. It was published by Scribner on Dec. 9, 2014. I may have said...
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