Books in Review: This Week’s Highlights

In this selection of Books in Review, you'll find detailed summaries, insightful reviews, and key details about each post from the week.

I've included direct links and purchasing options to help you easily locate and acquire anything that interests you.

If any post sparks your curiosity or you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’d be delighted to discuss these selections further or offer additional recommendations tailored to your preferences.

Enjoy exploring this week's highlights!

Book Mail:

This week, I was thrilled to receive a special delivery of book mail from Vintage Books.

The books included are:

• Wild Houses by Colin Barrett

• Maurice and Maralyn by Sophie Elmhirst

  
  

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Burn After Reading by Catherine Ryan Howard:

Catherine Ryan Howard delivers another masterfully crafted thriller with Burn After Reading, a gripping and atmospheric read that keeps you second-guessing everything until the very last page.

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DOCILE by Hyeseung Song:

Docile, is a fearless and deeply affecting exploration of identity, mental illness, and the often painful pursuit of self-worth. From the sugar cane fields of Texas to the sterile halls of an Ivy League school, Song takes readers on a journey that is both intensely personal and universally resonant.

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Mythica by Emily Hauser:

For anyone with an interest in ancient history, Greek mythology, or the women often sidelined in tales of epic warriors and gods, Mythica is an essential read.

In this fascinating work, the author shifts the focus from the familiar heroes of Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey to the remarkable and largely untold stories of the women who lived in their shadow.

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