For a few years, I've wanted to read Ali Smith's Seasonal Quartet book series during their namesake season. I'm finally making it happen this year, starting with Spring.Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For … Continue reading Spring By Ali Smith
Literary Fiction
And the Winner is…
Thanks to everyone who voted on the poll to help me find a hidden gem! The winner is... Title: Loving the Dead and GoneAuthor: Judith Turner-YamamotoGoodreads Link: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60182427-loving-the-dead-and-goneSynopsis:"A freak car crash in 1960s rural North Carolina puts in motion moments of grace that bring redemption to two generations of women and the lives they touch. … Continue reading And the Winner is…
Help me Hunt for Hidden Gems!
There are so many books on my Goodreads TBR. I thought it might be fun for YOU to choose one of the least popular books on my to-be-read list. Help me choose a book to read by voting on the poll below. The poll ends March 24, 2024, at 8 pm EST.* The choices this … Continue reading Help me Hunt for Hidden Gems!
The Adversary by Michael Crummey
I put The Adversary by Michael Crummey on hold at the library after loving Galore. Both books take place in Newfoundland. I can't get enough of Crummey's authentic writing style. The words he chooses create an incredible atmosphere, unique characters, and descriptive settings that immerse you in the story.Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is … Continue reading The Adversary by Michael Crummey
Animal Farm by George Orwell
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.I read Animal Farm because one of my kids read it for school and wanted to discuss it with me. She said this book is like her … Continue reading Animal Farm by George Orwell
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
Happy New Year! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.I haven't posted anything in quite some time. I'm sorry if anyone was waiting for reviews of specific books that you've seen me read on Goodreads. I got … Continue reading Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
Learned By Heart by Emma Donoghue
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.After enjoying The Wonder and The Haven I was excited to check out Emma Donoghue's new book Learned By Heart from the library. It's a historical fiction … Continue reading Learned By Heart by Emma Donoghue
Rouge by Mona Awad
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.This review is for a Netgalley arc of Rouge by Mona Awad. I requested a copy of this book after giving All's Well and Bunny 5 stars. … Continue reading Rouge by Mona Awad
Nothing Good Happens in Wazirabad on Wednesday by Jamaluddin Aram #Afghanistan
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Not every book is my cup of tea - and that's ok. Even if I didn't like it, I attempt to find readers that would. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.Today I'm … Continue reading Nothing Good Happens in Wazirabad on Wednesday by Jamaluddin Aram #Afghanistan
Book Review – Washington Black by Esi Edugyan
When the VP at my work saw me reading The World That We Knew during my break she gave me a copy of Washington Black. She had read it with her book club and thought it might be up my alley. She was right! About The Book 📚 Publication Date: 2018Genre: Historical Fiction My Review … Continue reading Book Review – Washington Black by Esi Edugyan
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