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Madness
by Antonia Hylton
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many books about institutionalization try to take a side on either institutionalization or deinstitutionalization - this book walks the line between both - emphasizing the major failures of both, because the reality is that both failed in catastrophic ways. finished this one on July 11th.
The Dream Hotel
by Laila Lalami
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If you ever watched the movie, Minority Report, this book has a similar take on the surveillance state. However, Lalami's presentation feels more real and prescient and less futuristic. With the rise of AI intelligence and integrated computer systems, one can easily imagine the fate of our protagonist, as she is swept up and placed in a detention center based on an algorithm's output. The book is gripping and tense at times, but also does a good job of showing us how technology can worm its way into our lives in ways we may not have imagined.
Death By Chocolate Malted Milkshake
by Sarah Graves
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Once again, Sarah Graves tells a story that is intriguing and and thoughtful, while adding some humor between the two main characters, Jake and Ellie. Her writing makes the reader truly think about how? what? why? On to the next one!
Blue Sisters
by Coco Mellors
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Sisters with emotional baggage grieve their other sister’s death. I enjoyed the writing style and the characters were interesting. Ending was satisfying!
Remarkably Bright Creatures
by Shelby Van Pelt
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Good book!!!!!! Loved the main character (the octopus)!!!
The Geographer's Map To Romance
by India Holton
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This was a fun adventure romance! Typically I hate the miscommunication trope but the dual narratives and insane amount of pining made it enjoyable. The two characters were hilariously oblivious.
Simon and the Better Bone
by Corey R. Tabor
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Simon meets a dog that has a bone better than his. The trick is... this bone belongs to Simon's reflection! Funny story that leans toward acceptance.
The Cruel Prince
by Holly Black
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Chapter 19 - In this chapter Jude is learning from the "Ghost" who is teaching her how to spy for Prince Dain. The Ghost is showing her how to kill, camouflage herself, and leave undetected. She is doing this in the name of Prince Dain - but prior to this assignment, she was not a person who killed.
The River Is Waiting
by Wally Lamb
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Imagine, if you will, that your life completely changes because of an accident… You take responsibility for your alcohol and drug usage and just when you think you will be free, a pandemic happens. This was a powerful and moving book. (I shed some tears.)
Death By Chocolate Raspberry Scone
by Sarah Graves
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This was my first time reading from this author. Really liked her writing style. The book was humorous and very serious at times. Two women who own a bakery get involved in shenanigans that put them in very dire situations - but in this book they overcame the obstacles they were faced with and found a twist of an outcome.
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