Never Coming Back is the American debut of British author Tim Weaver. Weaver’s protagonist, David Raker, is a missing persons investigator with a sorted past. What kind of sorted past, you ask? I would love to tell you, but I don’t know. While this is Weaver’s first American novel, there are three other David Raker books…
I was initially drawn to Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother because of an inside joke that I have long shared with my sister. For years, we have joked about our “strict Asian upbringing,” referring to our mother’s high academic expectations. Perfect grades were not an option, they were a requirement. At the time, my mother’s methods…
A good book, Marcus, is not judged by its last words but by the cumulative effect of all the words that have preceded them. About half a second after finishing your book, after reading the very last word, the reader should be overwhelmed by a particular feeling. For a moment he should think only of…
This cover is so beautiful and the book is great! Have you read it? James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
Ferdinand Von Schirach’s The Collini Case aspires to be a John Grisham-y-type legal thriller. Note my use of aspires. The novel is certainly a fast-paced drama, but it is missing the level of suspense that would make it a truly entertaining read. Caspar Leinen is a young defense attorney who has just landed his first murder trial. The…
Did you know it is almost Christmas? I mean it’s July so Christmas is right around the corner! What is your favorite Christmas book? Mine is a classic: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Ps- when racking my brain about Christmas books I discovered there are a TON of books about the holiday. It is like…
Even though I was not the biggest fan of this book overall, the ending was a huge TWIST. We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
I mention this book at every chance I get and I have a signed copy! Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
The Enchanted relates the story of a death row inmate and the details of prison life that he observes. The main players are unnamed and only referred to as “The Lady” and “The Priest.” This contributes to the hazy tone established early on by the narrator, which is ideal for someone with a perception blurred by…
There are so many books on my currently reading list! I do not know how I will finish them all!
My #shelfie is missing most of my books because it is so small! Cannot wait for an upgrade!
I have read and re-read Ender’s Game about 4 times. What book do you like to read over and over?
Have you read this book? Give Joe Hill a try! He will not disappoint. Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill