The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali is a book that stays with you long after reading. This historical fiction is a love story that starts during the 1953 Iranian coup d’état. Roya and Bahman are fantastic characters and the cultural aspects of their lives are enjoyable to read about. Continue reading
Summer of ’69 by Elin Hilderbrand is an epic historical fiction novel that will sweep its readers off their feet. Set in Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, the book explores family relationships and an eventful time in U.S. history. It is a classic Hilderbrand summer novel with an exciting historical twist. Continue reading
Have You Seen Luis Velez? by Catherine Ryan Hyde is a novel that completely sweeps you off your feet. The characters are relatable and interesting, while the story is constantly evolving and intriguing at the same time. Also, the book examines the theme of sight and perception on many levels that it really makes you think long after reading. Continue reading
Only Ever Her by Marybeth Mayhew Whalen is a book that has so much potential. The concept is one that is really intriguing, but the execution of the plot falls flat. Also, there are multiple points of view and so many sub-plots that the main story sits on the back burner for most of the novel. Continue reading
Welcome to this week’s edition of Friday Reads! Today I am sharing a few quotes from The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. I have been wanting to read this book for years and now that the movie is coming out soon, I am finally giving it a try. Continue reading