Psychopath Free
by Jackson MacKenzie
Okay, you’re probably wondering, what? Let me explain. I’m on a journey, learning about psychology, brain science, etc. This book is about toxic relationships, how to know the red flags that you might be in one, and how to recover from one. Recommend!
The Nine Lives of Rose Napolitano
by Donna Feitas
I am nearly done with this relatable and accessible novel about a woman, sure that she doesn’t want children, who imagines multiple life paths based on different choices. It is an interesting exploration of feminism, double standards, and the fact that life rarely goes according to plan.
The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains
by Nicholas Carr
More brain science! This should be required reading! Only, the problem is that people aren’t really reading these days. Which is what this book is about. Highly, highly recommend. I am concerned about my inability to sit down and do one thing at a time. Screens and more screens, jumping around, wondering if I have ADHD, menopause, or cognitive decline. Please check it out!
Demon Copperhead
by Barbara Kingsolver
Definitely the best book I’ve read this year. It’s a modern retelling of David Copperfield, set in the rural South. We follow Damon/Demon through so much loss, addiction, and foster homes. Having to fight for everything. An unflinching look at the opioid epidemic and poverty. Kingsolver brings so much humanity and understanding to these often forgotten places.
Woman on Fire
by Lisa Barr
I loved the premise of tracking down lost art through the dark history of WWII and the underground art world, with multiple strong female characters, but this fell a little flat.
Write Through It: An Insider’s Guide to Publishing and the Creative Life
by Kate McKean
I bought this book from the Frenchtown Bookshop. McKean had spoken at an event they hosted, but I missed it. A beautifully researched book about the publishing industry.
