PNW finally got the memo that it is fall, and this is the perfect dreary weather read. Spells for Forgetting, is something I think we all have wondered about, wouldn’t it just be easier if you could just forget something that hurts deeply? This book takes place on a fake island in Washington’s Puget Sound.… Continue reading Book Review: “Spells for Forgetting, by Adrienne Young”
First of all, who can say no to a current day literal fairytale that was thought up during the early starts of the pandemic?! Needing an escape from reality it seems, Stephen King created a world wholly relatable yet… magic in of itself? This tale has vast array cast of characters yet and not to… Continue reading Book Review: “Fairy Tale, by Stephen King”
Those that know me, know I LOVE a good suspenseful thriller. Riley Sager has been a pretty solid author in my book. However, I can honestly say his first couple books were the bestest. This book, is the PERFECT fall read, it takes place during fall in Vermont- and can seriously give the cozy sweater… Continue reading Book Review: “The House Across the Lake, by Riley Sager
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelly Van Pelt is a wonderful story. Being from the PNW, she did justice with the setting and the familiarity of the area. But honestly, where to begin?! I listened to the story on Audible, and it was done in a way that pulled you in and could really feel the… Continue reading Book Review: “Remarkably Bright Creatures, By Shelly Van Pelt”
Bonnie Garmus's debut novel, Lessons in Chemsitry, is what the world needs right now. This books features a woman ahead of her time, with an unusual desire to understand things, a brilliant dog side kick, and some amazing supporting characters. I am not giving a full picture on purpose of this book because you MUST… Continue reading Book Review: “Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus”
Everything, is not how it seems. Kirsten Millers' The Change is a reckoning book. It thrums with this boiling energy that makes you curious where is she taking this story. In this books reality there are three main characters, an unlikly trio turned best friends all with extrodinary gifts and all fed up with the… Continue reading Book Review: “The Change, by Kirsten Miller”
First of all- any book written by V.E. Schawb, is ALWAYS a must read for me. This book, supposed to be a young adult book, is rather dark and is an excellent listen on Audible. "Olivia... Olivia... Olivia... you must not return to Gallant." Just typing the words I can hear the narrator speaking those… Continue reading Book Review: “Gallant, by Victoria Schawb”
“History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw”l.” Must read 📕! Mystery. Missing person. Cult-ish. Wild. Last resort. This book was all over- it hit so many boxes, and is a fast read. One of the things I found fascinating by this book is that it has glimpses of PNW, and partially takes place nearby on… Continue reading Book Review: “A History of Wild Places, by Shea Ernshaw”
This book- oh my goodness. Let me start at the ending it was bittersweet- upon finishing the last few pages, and closing the book I couldn't help but cry. Addie, Henry and even Luc became part of an intimate friendship it made me incredibly sad I would not see how the rest of their stories… Continue reading Book Review: “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, V.E Schwab”
The Whistling Pen 