Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho I first became aware of this book and of Acho when I watch an interview he did with Brene Brown. I'm a huge fan of Brene, but I don't follow everything she does and therefore can't recall how the video ended up on my screen. However,... Continue Reading →
The Echo Wife
The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey As I say about many books, I probably wouldn't have picked this up if I hadn't heard someone talking about it. The Premise: Evelyn's husband is having an affair...with a clone of Evelyn. But now, the husband is dead and Evelyn and her clone, Martine, have to pick up... Continue Reading →
Girl, Serpent, Thorn
Girl, Serpent, Thorn by Melissa Bashardoust This is the second book I have read by Bashardoust. I think in all honesty, I enjoyed the first - Girls Made of Snow and Glass a bit more, but this one was very good as well. My only complaint is that in a few parts, it felt a... Continue Reading →
Anxious People
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman I can already tell this is going to be one of my favorites for 2021! Similar to A Man Called Ove, Backman tells a sad story with a bunch of laugh out loud humor. The characters are hysterical, yet believable. The premise - a real-estate open house, a bank robbery... Continue Reading →
How The Light Gets In
How the Light Gets In by Louise Penny This is the 9th book in Penny's Inspector Gamache series. There are 16 books in this series so starting it is a commitment. While book 7 still remains my favorite so far, I really enjoyed How the Light Gets In. This installment of the series has us... Continue Reading →
Flat White Martini (cocktail)
If you are looking for the perfect dessert cocktail for Valentines day or any other day, try this one! It was absolutely delish! Flat White Martini (from http://www.baileys.com)3 oz Baileys Original Irish Cream1.5 oz vodka1.5 oz espressoicecoffee beans for garnishPlace everything but the garnish in a shaker. Shake until cold and frothy. Pour into 2... Continue Reading →
Wintering
Part memior, part spiritual philosphy, May shares her personal view and insight in a way that has me looking at winter in a whole new light! There isn't much to say, other than "pick it up, make a cup a tea, grab a blanket and settle in for a long winter afternoon".
Never Have I Ever
Never Have I Ever by Joshilyn Jackson How can I not read a book that starts with a book club gathering? The premise: Our main character, Amy, is a good mom, a good friend, a good wife and a good neighbor. She lives in a perfect (if not occassionally catty) suburben neighborhood. Her and her... Continue Reading →
Juniper Royal (Cocktail)
We were gifted a couple tiny bottles of presecco over the holidays, so I decided a bubbly drink was in order. From page 188 of our Ultimat Bar Book, I bring you the Juniper Royale. 2 oz Gin1 oz Orange Juice1 oz Cranberry Juice (I used Cran-Rasp)Dash of grenadine6 oz bottle of chilled bubbly Shake... Continue Reading →
Leave the World Behind
Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam I was a little on the fence about this book, so I read the reviews to see what other people thought. It appears there is a wide range of opinions on it. The Premise: A family of 4 rent a vacation home in a rural area to get... Continue Reading →
