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Two novels released this week are on my ever growing list of books to read. I recently finished Fredrik Backman’s tender and funny, A Man Called Ove and I’m hoping his latest book Britt-Marie Was Here, is just as sweet. The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick, finds 69 year old Arthur Pepper embarking on an adventure to find the truth about his recently deceased wife’s secret life before they met. Check them out-literally! We have copies of both at the library.
Barbara Loewengart
Most Wanted, Lisa Scottoline’s latest thriller, finds married couple Christine and Marcus suffering from infertility. After much thought they decide to use a donor to become pregnant. Everything seems to be going well until pregnant Christine learns her donor has been arrested for a series of horrible murders. Yikes! What does Christine do? You’ll have to read Most Wanted to find out.
Barbara Loewengart
Actress Reese Witherspoon started her own production company in order to bring complex female characters to the screen by optioning books for TV and film. Wild and Gone Girl are two of her most successful projects. Read the very interesting Wall Street Journal article describing her process in the link below.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/reese-witherspoons-new-role-power-broker-1460054342
Barbara Loewengart
Eligible: A Modern Retelling of Pride and Prejudice by Curtis Stittenfeld, brings a contemporary version of the quirky and loving Bennet family to life. Stittenfeld manages the feat remarkably well and captures the air of anticipation and back and forth dialogue between many characters just like the original. A terrific and engaging read!
Barbara Loewengart
Helen Simonson, author of the bestselling, Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand, has just published her second novel, The Summer Before the War. The story is set during the summer of 1914 in East Sussex, England, at the brink of the outbreak of World War I.
Barbara Loewengart
This Monday at the Afternoon Book Group, we will be discussing Betty Smith’s A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. This coming-of-age novel introduces the reader to gritty Brooklyn at the turn of the century and the strong and sensitive Francie Nolan. Smith’s masterpiece is meant to be read over and over again because something new and vital is learned each time it is read. I hope to see you there!
Afternoon Book Discussion: Monday, March 14 @1:00 PM.
Barbara Loewengart
Bestselling author Pat Conroy past away last week at the age of 70. The Great Santini and The Price of Tides where two of his best works.
Barbara Loewengart
Harvard professor Amy Cuddy has written a fascinating book about how body language can shape thoughts and feelings. Presence dives into how to create your own personal power by simply changing the way you use your body. Click on the link below to watch Cuddy’s captivating TED talk that has been viewed by tens of millions of people.
https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are?language=en#t-618401
“I don’t sing because I’m happy, I’m happy because I sing.”
Barbara Loewengart
love in lowercase by Francesc Miralles, is a sweet, clever and romantic book. Samuel, a lonely bachelor living in Barcelona, is surprised how his life begins to change after the appearance of a stray cat. This charming book is a reminder to be open to life.
Barbara Loewengart
If you enjoy reading psychological thrillers like Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train, take a closer look at the recently published debut novel, The Widow by Fiona Barton. A widow shares her side of the story after her husband, who was accused of a horrible crime, dies. The novel is told from the perspective of the widow, a detective and a reporter covering the story. Judging by good reviews and strong sales, you may see The Widow on every beach chair this summer.
Barbara Loewengart