The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman My rating: 5 of 5 stars Sometimes the most difficult reads are the most rewarding. The Dovekeepers took me a long time to read. I put it down at several points and had to come back to it. The writing was lyrical and dense with information. The book was obviously well-researched and is based on historical events. The voices of the characters … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman
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Book Review: Stiff: The Curious Lives Of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach
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Book Review: The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert
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Book Review: The Rental Sister by Jeff Backhaus
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Book Review: Faithful Place (Dublin Murder Squad Book 3) by Tana French
Faithful Place by Tana French My rating: 5 of 5 stars I was instantly swept up into the story and the mind of Frank Mackey. The first-person narrative that French employs is unique and effective. The family dynamics are authentic and captivating. The humor dry and sardonic. The author demonstrates amazing psychological insight into her characters and creates mysteries that … [Read more...] about Book Review: Faithful Place (Dublin Murder Squad Book 3) by Tana French