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As the weather cools and the days get shorter, staying in with a great book seems more appealing than ever (admittedly, we’re a little biased). Looking for an excuse to officially enter your cozy season? We’ve got three great ones right here.
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Sheelagh says:
“This is a touching exploration of family, love, and resilience. The story follows William Waters, a young man with a tragic past, as he finds connection with the vibrant Julia Padavano and her sisters. Through William and Julia’s love story, we witness the transformative power of human connection and the enduring strength of family bonds. Napolitano’s expressive prose and vivid characters create a captivating narrative that explores themes of grief, loss, and the complexities of family dynamics. I cried more than once and the highly emotional ending made the story both memorable and fulfilling. Well-developed and relatable characters make it easy for a reader to become fully immersed in this heart-wrenching novel.”
Libby says:
“I never thought a description of a recording session and its significance to modern music would have me on the edge of my seat, but here we are. James Kaplan, the definitive biographer of Frank Sinatra, turns his attention to the iconic jazz album Kind of Blue with such a keen eye and ear that you will feel the chill of open windows and the tension between producers and some of the greatest musicians of the last 100 years. Bleakly funny, breathtakingly researched, and surprisingly fast-paced, even a non-musician will be nodding along to the beat.”
Sarah says:
“I read (and loved) Semple’s Where’d You Go, Bernadette? years ago after a patron recommended it, and I just recently stumbled across this title from 2016. Semple, who wrote for the show Arrested Development, has such a dry wit. The main character’s behavior is truly outrageous, but I related so much to her internal struggles! I’ve told multiple people about her theory of the “helpless traveler” (Hi, it’s me). This book is for anyone who wakes up every day determined to be the best version of themselves, and goes to bed knowing that they have failed yet again. Oh well. There’s always tomorrow.”