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Great reads
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items Mostly historical fiction, all page turners. Books that grab the reader from the beginning and will have you guessing until the end.
I absolutely loved this book. Great historical fiction set after WW2 with Boston as one of the locations. I love when books have familiar settings. I get to image what it was like there during that time.
The Huntress by Kate Quinn
Another page turner from Kate Quinn. Have to admit she is one of my favorite authors. The characters in this book really come alive. Set during WWll this time it’s about female code breakers. Absolutely a fascinating read.
The Rose Code by Kate Quinn
I could not put this book down! The twist and turns I didn’t see them coming. This book rolls a missing person, serial killer and a love story all into one book. An incredible read.
All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
Set during the dust bowl. Story of true grit. The power of the a mother, women spirit and never giving up.
The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
Being a professional women in the 60’s was not for the faint of heart. Especially if you were in the male world of copy editing.
Confessions of a Grammar Queen by Eliza Knight
Beautifully written, thought provoking and may make you want to work in an aquarium.
Remarkably Bright Creatures: A Read with Jenna Pick
Set in the Mcarthy era of the 50s. A women’s rooming house. Where each women has their secrets. The house itself is listening to it all. On top of it there is a murder in the house. This book is so intriguing you won’t be able to put it down.
The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
For the love of family and Southie (south Boston) in a time when the Irish mob ran the streets. One mother took justice into her own hands for her daughter and her son. Welcome to Southie summer of 1974 in the projects. You won’t be able to put this ...
Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane
Let me preface this note with I am a huge Mitch Albom fan. His books are always thought provoking while exploring a higher power. Weather you believe in a higher power or not does not matter. His books will really make you think about life itself. Th...
The Little Liar: A Novel: Albom, Mitch
When you trying to be completely fine with your childhood trauma so you fake it till you make it. That is exactly what Eleanor is trying to do.
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine (Novel)
Dying convicted killer paroled to a nursing home tells his life story to a college kid. Sometimes you come back from war broken and the system brakes you some more. You have a second chance to let the truth come out, but you have to talk about the li...
The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens
Being the adult for your brother and mother is not easy. Finding out your mother’s and your story after she’s gone is heartbreaking. Fitting the prices to get her and loosing people you’ve come to love along the way. All while someone is coming after...
We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker
This is a remarkable story of the nurses of The Vietnam war. Sometimes they are the last friendly face a soldier sees. A great historical fiction. I am in awe of these women.
The Women by Kristin Hannah | Goodreads
Kristin Hannah never disappoints. This historical fiction is set in Russia specifically the Siege of Leningrad. The power of family stories heals mother and daughters. Just an absolute fantastic read.
Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah
Chemist Elizabeth zott! Turns being a women in the 60’s on its head! This book is intriguing and hilarious.
Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel by Bonnie Garmus
This was the first Kate Quinn book I’ve read. I read all her books but this one is special. This started my love for historical fiction and women spies.
The Alice Network: A Novel by Kate Quinn
Life is worth living after a life time of love is gone. Even for a crotchety old man. Fredrik Bachman will make you laugh out loud and cry out loud, sometimes at the same time.
A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
Imagine being taken from your family. Not knowing your true identity. Always mowing something was a miss . Your dreams are what tie you to your real family. This book is an incredible read. Follows two family’s of Norma/Ruthie from Canada to Maine.
The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Everybody gets down on their luck sometimes. It’s what you do when you are. A robbery, a house showing and a hostage situation all at once. This book is laugh out loud funny and heartwarming all at the same time.
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
Earning your freedom is a precious thing. Even when you have fought in both world wars. Secrets of the past still haunt Elinor even as she feels the need to help her new neighbors. It was hard to put this one down. Kept me wondering all the way throu...
The White Lady: British Historical Mystery
I always enjoy reading historical fictions with great women characters! Diamond eye has one of my favorite women snipers of WWll from Kyiv. She even becomes fried with Elenor Roosevelt!! Fantastic read with some really great twists.
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn
Laugh out loud funny!! Great Christmas read! We’ve all been there!
The Sh!te Before Christmas: Sunday Times Bestseller
This is an historical fiction about the most fascinating women of Boston Isabella Stewart Gardner. An absolutely fascinating read.
The Lioness of Boston—now in paperback!
An unbelievable true story. Even after all the horrors Eddie Jake had witnessed and been through he still chose happiness. Happiness is a choice even in the face of evil.
The Happiest Man on Earth: Auschwitz Survivor
A beautiful poignant historical fiction that spans 4 generations of a Korean family in Japan. Gives insight of Koreans living in Japan and the prejudices they faced.
Pachinko - Lee Min Jin (National Book Award Finalist)
My Friend described this to me that it was a little bit like reading the outsiders . I have to agree but with a making and life of an artist twist. This for me is one of Fredrik Backman’s best books.
My Friends by Fredrik Backman
Hilarious! This book describes perfectly how a mum feels around her teen.
The Secret Life of an Uncool Mum (Mammy Banter)
I know this book has some controversies but I particularly like a flawed character. Atticus Finch can be flawed and still do the right thing.
Go Set a Watchman: A Novel by Harper Lee