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I loved the portrayal of resilience in the face of hardship. The story made me feel deeply connected to the struggles of the great depression and strength of its characters. I couldn’t put it down.
The Four Winds: A Novel by Kristin Hannah, Paperback
Very unique book giving a glimpse into the mind of others who might not think like you.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Excellent book for parents of "gifted kids" who might be too smart for their own good. Really gives insight into how they think and how to help with their worries.
Why Smart Kids Worry: What Parents Can Do
Beautifully written book set in France during WWII. Everything by Kristin Hannah is great but her historical fiction books are definitely my favorite.
The Nightingale: A Novel - Hannah, Kristin: Books
Such an interesting concept for a story. It really highlights how important not only close relationships are but how important it is to feel noticed even by strangers. Loved this book!
Lessons on tyranny we all need to learn.
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the 20th Century
The American Spirit: Who We Are & Stand For
One of the most gut wrenching books I've ever read.
A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum
I think it's important to stay informed and be aware of the hidden biases in our society. This book definitely opened my eyes to things I never noticed before.
Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World for Men
A great book for people who love a good, fun fact. Ridiculous hypotical situations have always fascinated me. This book gave me the opportunity to dive deeper into the hypothetical world with science and facts. Great for nerds like me!
How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Problems
An excellent look into the life of everyone's (or is he just mine?) favorite Canadian.
The Answer Is . . .: Reflections on My Life
Sometimes admitting you don't know something can be uncomfortable, but this book teaches the importance in embracing the uncertainty and seeking the truth.
Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know - Adam Grant
Such a unique story. I didn’t expect to fall in love with an octopus, but Marcellus completely stole my heart. The story was warm, funny, and unexpectedly moving in all the best ways.
Remarkably Bright Creatures: A Read with Jenna Pick
"Lies My Teacher Told Me" points out all the gaps and half-truths we were taught, and honestly, it made me want to dig deeper into the real stories. It’s frustrating how much was altered or just flat out left out in school. I don't hold my teachers ...
Lies My Teacher Told Me: American History
This is another great book told from the viewpoint of a neurodivergent character. Molly is a complex character that many write off as not understanding the way the world works. But she proves that she understands, and is capable of, more than they ...
A GMA Book Club Pick: Molly the Maid Novel
One of my favorite types of books is the kind that give me random facts about how the world works. This is one of those books. Green shows us how one disease can shape so much of our lives throughout history, and today, without us even knowing. Fa...
Everything Is Tuberculosis: History & Persistence