This novel, set in Sweden, tells the story of Ove, who can best be described as a curmudgeon. The story takes place after the death of his wife, and sThis novel, set in Sweden, tells the story of Ove, who can best be described as a curmudgeon. The story takes place after the death of his wife, and shows how healing can occur with the unlikeliest of people, in the unlikeliest of ways....more
Quite simply, this is one of my favorite novels of all time, and one that I've reread at least a dozen times. It tells the story of an elderly widowerQuite simply, this is one of my favorite novels of all time, and one that I've reread at least a dozen times. It tells the story of an elderly widower, who's befriended by a dog that no one else ever sees, a dog that helps him through his loneliness. Warm and touching, it's a novel that people of all ages can enjoy....more
This is another form of love story, one written in almost poetic form. It was a major world-wide bestseller years ago -- millions of copies -- and if This is another form of love story, one written in almost poetic form. It was a major world-wide bestseller years ago -- millions of copies -- and if you haven't had the chance to read it, you should do yourself a favor. It's short and poignant and beautiful, in every way....more
This isn't a novel; in fact, it's a book that can probably be read by most people in less than an hour. It is more of an artistic expression of both lThis isn't a novel; in fact, it's a book that can probably be read by most people in less than an hour. It is more of an artistic expression of both love and desire in written form, as explored via a mysterious correspondence, in which the reader can participate....more
This biography of Robert Moses—the highly influential urban planner who shaped the modern city during the 20th century—was first published in 1975, duThis biography of Robert Moses—the highly influential urban planner who shaped the modern city during the 20th century—was first published in 1975, during a period of prolonged urban decline, adding another layer of complexity for today’s reader....more
This is a riveting account of Lance Armstrong’s meteoric rise and even faster fall, exploring the intersection of physicality, ambition, and deceptionThis is a riveting account of Lance Armstrong’s meteoric rise and even faster fall, exploring the intersection of physicality, ambition, and deception. A must-read for all sports fan....more
As a former college athlete, I found this investigation into what makes great athletes absolutely fascinating. David Epstein shows that there’s a lot As a former college athlete, I found this investigation into what makes great athletes absolutely fascinating. David Epstein shows that there’s a lot of complicated middle ground to explore when it comes to the question of nature versus nurture....more
Lauren Grodstein’s new novel follows a doctor in turmoil and his college-dropout son after he starts a relationship with a woman who was acquitted of Lauren Grodstein’s new novel follows a doctor in turmoil and his college-dropout son after he starts a relationship with a woman who was acquitted of an unspeakable crime years earlier. It is a tense, intelligent story that will get you thinking as you quickly turn the pages....more
Michael Kortya is a masterful storyteller, and he has written another gripping thriller about two brothers searching for a murderer in a football-loviMichael Kortya is a masterful storyteller, and he has written another gripping thriller about two brothers searching for a murderer in a football-loving town. You won’t want to put it down....more
This debut novel is being compared to the work of Stephen King—one of my favorite writers—and follows the descent of a Michigan town besieged by creatThis debut novel is being compared to the work of Stephen King—one of my favorite writers—and follows the descent of a Michigan town besieged by creatures that cause anyone who sees them to lose their mind....more
Released on a technicality after spending 10 years in prison for killing her socialite mother, Janie Jenkins makes it her mission to find the real murReleased on a technicality after spending 10 years in prison for killing her socialite mother, Janie Jenkins makes it her mission to find the real murderer. Elizabeth Little has written several works of nonfiction before writing this debut....more
This debut follows Eileen Leary, born in Queens to Irish immigrants in 1941, as she strives for betterment and a shot at the great American dream. TheThis debut follows Eileen Leary, born in Queens to Irish immigrants in 1941, as she strives for betterment and a shot at the great American dream. The author himself was born in the Bronx and grew up in Queens....more
While in-prisoned for a crime he did not commit, Edmond Dantes learns of a treasure hidden on the Isle of Monte Cristo. He becomes determined not onlyWhile in-prisoned for a crime he did not commit, Edmond Dantes learns of a treasure hidden on the Isle of Monte Cristo. He becomes determined not only to escape, but also to unearth it and use it to plot the destruction of the three men responsible for his incarceration. Written in the 1840s this incredible tale still resonates with audiences today....more
The unforgettable novel of a childhood in a sleepy Southern town and the crisis of conscience that rocked it, To Kill A Mockingbird became both an insThe unforgettable novel of a childhood in a sleepy Southern town and the crisis of conscience that rocked it, To Kill A Mockingbird became both an instant bestseller and a critical success when it was first published in 1960. It went on to win the Pulitzer Prize in 1961 and was later made into an Academy Award-winning film....more
In 1937, Hemingway traveled to Spain to cover the civil war there for the North American Newspaper Alliance and from that experience came one of the bIn 1937, Hemingway traveled to Spain to cover the civil war there for the North American Newspaper Alliance and from that experience came one of the best war novels of all time.The story of Robert Jordan, a young American in the International Brigades attached to an antifascist guerilla unit in Spain, it tells of loyalty and courage, love and defeat and the tragic death of an ideal....more
In seven volumes, it recounts the experiences of the Narrator while growing up, participating in society, falling in love and learning about art. ProuIn seven volumes, it recounts the experiences of the Narrator while growing up, participating in society, falling in love and learning about art. Proust worked on it until his final illness forced him to stop in 1922. In fact, the last three of the seven volumes contain oversights and fragmentary or unpolished passages as they existed in draft form at the death of the author; the publication of these parts was overseen by his brother Robert....more
Emerging from World War I, this is an unforgettable story of love and pain, of loyalty and desertion. It centers around Lt. Henry, American ambulance Emerging from World War I, this is an unforgettable story of love and pain, of loyalty and desertion. It centers around Lt. Henry, American ambulance driver on the Italian front and his passion for a beautiful English nurse, Catherine Barkley—the two fall in love during the war and will stop at nothing to be together....more
With more than 200 million copies sold, it ranks amongst the most famous works of literary fiction. Set during the French Revolution—a time of great cWith more than 200 million copies sold, it ranks amongst the most famous works of literary fiction. Set during the French Revolution—a time of great change and great danger, when injustice was met with vengeance and there was no distinction between the innocent and the guilty. Against this historical backdrop, Dickens’ story of adventure and courage unfolds. The 45-chapter novel was originally published in 31 weekly installments, from April 1859 to November 1859, in Dickens’s literary periodical titled All the Year Round....more
Two decades after To Kill A Mockingbird, this novel brings “Scout” home to visit her ailing father, Atticus. A portrait of a young woman, and a world,Two decades after To Kill A Mockingbird, this novel brings “Scout” home to visit her ailing father, Atticus. A portrait of a young woman, and a world, in painful yet necessary transition out of the illusions of the past....more
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