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Table for Two
By Amor Towles. A collection of 6 short stories and one novella. Nuanced characters, rich prose, unanticipated twists with unexpected outcomes. It’s great! Review by Barry Novick
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The Jealousy Man and Other Stories
By Jo Nesbø. For those who appreciate the twists and turns of the devious human mind, Nesbø brings it. Review by Barry Novick
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Lessons in Chemistry
Bonnie Garmus’ debut novel follows the life and trials of a female scientist in the 1960s. Lessons in Chemistry is comic, yet with some very serious things to say. I couldn’t put this book down. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.
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Enough
By Cassidy Hutchinson. Inspired by Alexander Butterfield's example, Hutchinson felt the imperative to tell the truth and uphold the constitution above all else. Review by Barry Novick
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Chief Inspector Gamache Series
Best mystery, best writing, best story… by Louise Penny. Read them all (list included). Addictive AND satisfying! Review by Lynda Bernard.
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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
Pure, unadulterated Savannah. Come along and bear witness to the murder trial that obsesses the City. Rich, steamy, and eccentric, after 30 years since publication, this story, written by John Berendt, has it all. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.
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Slow Horses
By Mick Herron. A group of “misfit” British espionage agents are thrust to the forefront of a highly visible kidnapping and assassination plot investigation. Let the fun begin. Review by Barry Novick
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Lucy by the Sea
A story about family and relationships by Elizabeth Strout. Character development and a story line that captures the fragility and strength of love.