Monday, April 30, 2018

The Big Lie by Julie Mayhew


  • This is a fun and fast-paced YA read full of drama and self-discovery.
  • The setting for this novel is in a German-occupied UK that is grappling with the influence of American (enemy) popular culture.
  • This is an enjoyable read.  There is some German sprinkled in throughout the novel with translations immediately following.

A Higher Loyalty by James Comey


  • After following the headlines I wanted to better understand Comey's position and actions.  This book is a great way to hear from his point of view.
  • This book covers Comey's career working with both Republican and Democrat presidents.
  • Comes does a great job narrating the audiobook version of this title.

Friday, April 20, 2018

Mrs. by Caitlin Macy


  • This novel is about the role of women in regard to socio-economic class.
  • This novel is somewhat like Big Little Lies in how women are brought together, and their lives intertwine.

Just the Funny Parts by Nell Scovell


  • This is a fun quick read.  I enjoyed Scovell's narration of the audiobook.
  • The book covers Scovell's long career in television.
  • Reading this novel made me think differently about the television I passively consume.