When her dad returns from deployment, Emilia rebuilds her relationship with him in the welding shop. Meanwhile, her school friendships are in turmoil as the district considers relocating students.
Sarah
Chinen’s book is so very welcome as books about contemporary jazz are few and far between, but also because it’s terrific. Chinen puts into context each of the various directions players are taking improvisational music today with a studied thoughtfulness based upon careful listening and deep historical knowledge. The discographies bookmarking each chapter as well as his list of essential 21st century albums are good guideposts for anyone’s future listening.
Dale
Samanta Schweblin's FEVER DREAM is exactly what the title suggests: an atmospheric drift through a nightmare world of sideways logic and slow-building horror. You'll find yourself consuming it in one sitting, double-checking the locks and turning on all the lights in the house as you go.
Kate
When done well - and this is certainly done well! - good historical "bio-fiction" captures their characters' essence but places them in a context of urgency, of narrative and of emotion. This novel about photographers Lee Miller and Man Ray (she was also his model and muse), in Paris in the late 20s-early 30s, makes you feel like you know them both intimately, that you're in the room for the tempestuous and intense love, fighting, jealousy, art and passion that was their relationship and through which they produced their bewitching and important art.
David
This series is my FAVORITE thing to come out of the last decade. For everyone who's anticipating the resurrection of the Dune franchise this is "so what if exciting stuff constantly happened in Dune". But better. Just read it. If you like sci-fi even a little bit you will love it.
Caleb
A riveting, and important account of a recent maritime tragedy. Rachel Slade's book will leave you wanting to tell everyone you know that it is a must read.
Megan
Why are so many people obsessed with this show? Amy Kaufman dives headfirst into the extensive production behind the The Bachelor, revealing all the secrets that create the reality TV fantasy. If you're a fan (or just a hate-watcher), you should pick up this book.
Rebecca
In a near-future Sherlock Holmes-inspired series, Dr. Janet Watson is dealing with her injuries from the ongoing civil war and also keeping tabs on Sara Holmes' secret agent maneuverings.
Sarah
The Key To Happily Ever After: Three sisters inherit their family's wedding planning business in this fun, heartfelt rom-com. With the perfect blend of sisterhood, romance, and friendship, Marcelo brings the characters to life--and will enchant you with the wedding planning details throughout. Perfect for fans of Jasmine Guillory.
April
Excellent writing. Sorting memories of a lost friend and a spouse's death with a zing of an ending. So much beach time in this book, you will feel like you've been.
Molly
