A middle grade mystery that kept me guessing right up until the ending. If you are looking for a thrilling read - look no further! SYNOPSIS Cooper is lost. Ever since his father left their family three years ago, he has become distant from his friends, constantly annoyed by his little sister, Jess, and completely... Continue Reading →
The Atomic City Girls by Janet Beard
This historical fiction book gives the reader four different points of view of the women and men who worked at Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Interspersed with real photographs of the time truly took me back to the 1940s to a place where the War affected everyone and everything. SYNOPSIS In the bestselling tradition of Hidden Figures and The Wives... Continue Reading →
WWW Wednesday: March 10, 2021
Thanks, as always to Sam @ย Taking on a World of Wordsย and this wonderful WWW post to keep me semi-organized. If you want to join me, just answer the three questions below about how your reading is going this week and leave a link to your post in the comments for others to admire. Donโt forgt... Continue Reading →
International Women’s Day Part Two: Dolly Parton Songteller, My Life in Lyrics
As I said, in part one of celebrating International Women's Day, I spend the weekend reading books written by, and about, strong women. Part One was I am Malala and Part Two, here, is none other than Dolly Rebecca Parton. Her latest book, Dolly Parton Songteller, My Life in Lyrics is an eyeopening look at... Continue Reading →
Happy International Women’s Day Part One: I am Malala
I am a big Barry Manilow fan. One of my favorite Manilow songs is "One Voice." The lyrics are simple and the theme is beautiful, "Just one voice, singing in the darkness, all it takes is one voice, singing so they hear what's on your mind and when you look around you'll find there's more... Continue Reading →
The Black Panther Party, A Graphic Novel
What I thought I knew about the Black Panther Party and what I learned about them from reading this book is less valuable than recognizing that the world has changed so little. SYNOPSIS A bold and fascinating graphic novel history of the revolutionary Black Panther Party.Founded in Oakland, California, in 1966, the Black Panther Party... Continue Reading →
My Sister, The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
Oh.My.Goodness. This dark and odd book was one that I couldn't put down and will not let me stop thinking about it! SYNOPSIS When Korede's dinner is interrupted one night by a distress call from her sister, Ayoola, she knows what's expected of her: bleach, rubber gloves, nerves of steel and a strong stomach. This'll... Continue Reading →
WWW Wednesday: March 3, 2021
The do-over continues! I knew that I needed to take a break, step away, and start afresh when I couldn't even muster the courage to post for WWW, my favorite! I cannot wait to see what everyone has been reading. Thanks, as always to Sam @ Taking on a World of Words and this wonderful WWW post... Continue Reading →
The House in the Cerulean Sea
The book that scooped me up and gave me back the gift of reading. SYNOPSIS Linus Baker is a by-the-book case worker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. He's tasked with determining whether six dangerous magical children are likely to bring about the end of the world. Arthur Parnassus is the master of... Continue Reading →
March 2021 Reading Plans
Oooh, I do so love looking at everyone's reading plans at the beginning of the month. I can see everyone organizing their ARCs, new releases, personal goals etcetera. What are my reading plans for the month? I'm not making any! *cue maniacal laughter* I started the year with plans to read with Joy and to... Continue Reading →
