What an amazing book. I loved the reflection on family relationships, as well as the personalized reflections for each character. There was no "bad guy", because we got a look into each person's psyche and reasoning. However, the only thing I didn't love about this novel the loose ends and lack of closure-- so many things are left up in the air with no real conclusion. But overall, wonderful book about mothers and their relationships with their children.

Think, A Man Called Ove but much lighter. An older man finds a mysterious charm bracelet that belonged to his late wife, and he sets out to find the meaning behind each charm-- only to discover she had an incredibly vivid life before settling down with him in the English countryside. This charming book travels to India, Paris, and London, and we get the rare chance to watch as a man in the last part of his life finds new meaning and inspiration-- something not usually the subject of a book.

WOW. Absolutely my favorite Maisie Dobbs book yet!! This book is so incredibly well written, with wonderful plot points and new characters are introduced and splendidly played out. The characters are grappling with the idea of "This War" meaning WWII, rather than the Great War, and struggling to find their new place in this era. It's a beautiful opening to a new season of Maise's life, and I can't wait for the newest book!

This book is the type that sticks with you in a subtle way. As young children, four siblings visit a gypsy woman and are told the dates of their death. We get to read a section from every child's point of view as they grow older and it's a book the facilitates a discussion about the accuracy of a self-fulfilling prophecy.

The newest book from the author of A Man Called Ove, I was absolutely blown away. This book is, honestly, a work of art. It addresses an important problem in our society in a tasteful, but powerful, manner. A small town in the wilderness revolves around hockey and, for the first time in decades, they have a chance to be put on the map. However, their star player rapes a local girl-- pitting neighbor against neighbor and ripping the community apart. It's beautifully written (really, I know this is said a lot, but I LOVED the writing style of this book); and the characters are so heartbreaking. Please, pick up this book. You don't even have to know anything about hockey (I sure didn't)!

What can I say? I loved it. I listened to it, and Anna Kendrick was so funny I was laughing out loud at some points. Maybe it's because I can relate to parts of this book so much it's painful, or maybe it's because it was refreshing to hear a celebrity curse so openly and admit she was a hot mess so freely-- but I really did enjoy this book! It's definitely not for the prude; but if you're looking for a light, slightly raunchy, autobiography that reveals secrets of a star-- this is the book for you!

If you have not read this series, you are seriously missing out on a rich, vibrant world full of Russian fairy tales and lush characters. I cannot rave about this series enough! The book didn't feel rushed, but rather erred on almost too slow, but the storytelling and beautiful imagery make up for it. If you love mythology, cold winters, almost romances, and strong female leads then I would highly suggest this book!

I've been going through a memoir spell for the past year or so, and this book has been on my list since I read When Breath Becomes Air. It's a haunting, beautiful memoir of a woman's love and life, and how she grapples with her terminal diagnosis during and after her mother's own passing. This book makes you pause and savor the everyday moments of life, and reflect on your choices and regrets as an individual. I cried, I laughed, and I found myself reflected in Nina's words.It's a wonderful memoir of a woman's living and dying, and it's a rare insight into how to come to terms with the end when your life is only supposed to start beginning.