"Judith Potts is a seventy-something woman who loves living alone and is totally in charge of her life. Her living is doing crossword puzzles for the times newspaper. One night while swimming she witnesses a brutal murder. The police don't believe her, so she investigates for herself and her two girlfriends. Together, they form the Marlow Murder Club." - C. Daley
2/4 stars.
"I give Nine Lives 2.5 stars. It wasn’t my favorite book but it was well written and was a quick read. The story is about a mysterious letter sent to 9 strangers which had each person’s name listed on it and nothing else. Slowly, people on the list begin to die, to be murdered. But why? Will the people on the list or the police figure out who the killer is and why they’re doing this terrible thing before the list is finished and all nine lives are snuffed out? Read to find out!" - E. Castellano
2/4 stars.
"EXCELLENT book! It’s a fast read and very well written. Button Man is a book about 3 brothers who grow up in a poor part of NYC in the 1930s. Two of the bothers become productive citizens, working in the garment business. The other brother chooses a different type of lifestyle, one that runs with organized crime. Based on historical facts, the book tells the incredible story of the mafia, unionizing, intimidation, violence and corruption that plagued NYC at this time.
"Amazing book. It’s a story about a girl that was raped and murdered. She watches from heaven as her family and friends struggle to move on with their lives." - O. Scheine
4/4 stars.
"This novel is about new beginnings and a mother's love. Hannah Russell becomes a guardian of her best friends five year old son Noah. She and Noah go on vacation in Colorado, that turns into a life change with the help of owner of rental Owen Adrams. A heart warming story with a few twists." - C. Daley
4/4 stars.
"Flying Angels is an emotional read. World War ll brings together six remarkable young flight nurses. Serving as nurses to critically wounded soldiers being evacuated from combat zones. I recommend this book to those who like historical romance novels." - O. Scheine
3/4 stars.
"This is a very relevant story about how COVID affected the physical and mental health of people. Diana O’Toole undergoes an existential crisis as COVID makes her question her life track and if she really wants everything she has been working for. The author does an amazing job of weaving the perspectives of health care workers, furloughed workers, nursing home patients, and those isolated in paradise (in the Galapagos)." - L. Ngo
4/4 stars.
"This book reminds me so much of the show “Dear White People.” Kiki Banjo hosts a campus radio show where she speaks on relationship advice while maintaining a secret casual relationship with a White classmate. After breaking things off with him, she then engages in a pretend relationship to raise the number of listeners in her radio show. Her pretend relationship forces her to explore her definitions and expectations of friendships and relationships in general.
"Shayna travels to Paris in the hope of finding her missing twin sister, who may be dead. Clues to mysteries about her sister are revealed as well as the backstory of their strained relationship. I only read this for a book club and would not recommend it. It was disjointed and unrealistic, and it read like a long, complex nightmare." - D. Zelamsky
1/4 stars.
"Another Stone Barrington adventure, who has changed professions from NYC detective to powerful lawyer. He finds an extortion threat on his computer for 1.5 million dollars. He sends back a negative remark to starts the ball rolling. His computer is crashed and contracts CIA director Lance Cabot. Lance sends a computer expert, Rocky Hardwick, who helps restore computer. Together with others he fights off Russians who are out to get him. Needless to say a lot of romance, it is Stone Barrington." - C. Daley
3/4 stars.
"Tyler Warren, jilted by her boyfriend of three years, ran away from her memories in her small Southern hometown to the glitz and glamor of a Florida. She finds work as a wedding planner. Dealing with bridezillas is hard work, as she details in her diary. She also details her less than perfect love life. Tyler’s personal and professional near misses are both wacky and poignant. A good escape read." - E. Pasquali
2/4 stars.
"This book tells the story of two former college roommates who ended up being business partners in selling knock off goods. The story is told from both perspectives but I kept waiting for the good part/ twist to happen. It ended without much drama or bang." - M. Bradley
2/4 stars.
"This book continues the story of the Raje family from the perspective of the older brother. Yash is running for California governor and is suddenly anxious about his life’s path. India is a yoga instructor and stress relief guru that helps him overcome some obstacles all while not trying to fall in love. Can’t wait to read the next installment." - M. Bradley
4/4 stars.
"The book is a memoir about best selling author Ann Quindlen. The book was insightful. She writes about her marriage, kids and the importance of girl friends. A good read for any women." - O. Scheine
4/4 stars.
"Another book in the Women's murder club series. Lindsay and her husband Joe get to work together in this book. They get wrapped up in murders, illegal firearms and drugs as they try to find and stop a illegal shipment coming into California. Not one of my favorites of the series but a good read." - T. Brooks
3/4 stars.