Review of Jessica Simpson’s Memoir “Open Book”

Overall: 4.5/5 Stars Summary of review:  What a great book! Jessica is candid and truly “open” about telling her life through the ups and downs. Summary: This is a memoir written by Jessica Simpson. It follows her life from childhood to present day. She talks about her life, struggles, family, relationships, the industry, and a Read more

Arc alert

Omg! I got this arc today in the mail! The Maidens by Alex Michaelides! Same author of the best selling book called The Silent Patient! I cannot wait to read and review this book! This book is out June 15th!

“Lady Killer” by Joelle Jones and Jamie S. Rich Review

I loved issues 1 and 2. I must read the others. I heard this series was to be adapted into a TV series or movie. The plot sounded intriguing to me. I picked up these two, and loved them! The graphics were great! They were colorful. The plot was fast-paced. The characters were interesting. It Read more

Book News (TV and Movie adaptions- other book news)

Pizza Hut Book It! Summer Reading Camp is here! It is a free virtual camp open to children ages 4-12. It is open from June to August. Parents can track their kid’s goals. When they meet their goals, they get a free one topping personal pan pizza. HarperCollins bought Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. Sarah J. Maas Read more

Review of “Brat: An 80s Story” by Andrew McCarthy

Overall: 3.5-4/5 Stars Summary of review:  A well-written memoir by Andrew McCarthy of “St. Elmo’s Fire,” “Weekend At Bernies,” and “Pretty in Pink” fame from the 80s. Summary: Andrew McCarthy shot to fame in the 80s as being a member of the “Brat Pack.” He starred in many movies in including “Pretty in Pink” and “St. Read more

Review of “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave

Overall: 4/5 Stars Summary of review:  A good domestic suspense novel. It is character-driven, decently paced, and a quick read. Summary: One year into her marriage, Hannah’s husband disappears. He leaves her with his daughter (who does not like Hannah) with only one message “protect her” and a wad of cash for his daughter, Bailey. Hannah Read more

SPOILER ALERT: Reese Witherspoon’s YA Book Clib (Hello Sunshine) Summer 2021 Pick

If you do not want to know until this book is announced, please click the back button…… I predicted this one. I was looking through the YA selections to be released and this screamed to me as a Reese pick. I did put it on hold at the library 2 weeks ago. I knew it! Read more

Review of “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner

Overall: 4.5 /5 Stars Summary of review:  I loved this book! It is a little slow at the beginning. But I loved everything about it. Summary: The story is told in two POVs. 1791: A apothecary (Nella) who secretly poisons men to help women who have been wronged by them.  Nella has a lot of secrets Read more

Review of Good Company by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney

Overall: 2.5-3 /5 Stars Summary of review:  If you liked the movie “The Marriage Story,” then you will love this book. Summary: Flora has been married for 20 years. A discovery of her husband’s lost wedding ring, reveals hidden truths. Not only about her marriage, but her best friend as well. We follow past and preset Read more

Roxane Gay- Audacious Book Club 2021 (entire year) Book list

I am very late in the year to have this list. I am so sorry for not updating this sooner. It throws me off announcing every book in January! HA January- Black Futures by Jenna Wortham and Kimberly Drew Feburary- Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters March- The Removed by Brandon Hobson April- Milk, Blood, Heat Read more