Well, this is pretty epic, but you’re already expecting that with a Kingsolver novel! I find her novels easy to read despite their length, and the pacing is excellent. I’ve…
The Agüero Sisters by Cristina García
For lovers of magic realism, this is a beautiful story of sisters, desire, family, Cuba, and nature. I devoured this book on holiday and felt totally immersed in its world….
The Pumpkin Eater by Penelope Mortimer
So, this was an interesting, punchy book! Love discovering a new writer like Penelope Mortimer: this was my first read from her. The Pumpkin Eater tracks the internal musings and…
Copenhagen Trilogy by Tove Ditlevsen
Three books in one, Tove Ditlevsen’s Copenhagen trilogy was a revelation! A well-known Danish poet and writer, Ditlevsen tracks her life growing up in Copenhagen, grafting, writing, and figuring out…
Sweet Home by Wendy Erskine
Short stories: yay or nay? This is my second collection of short stories from Wendy Erskine and I’m hooked. (This is her first collection, but I started with her 2nd…
Swimming Home by Deborah Levy
This recent read was one of those “I know I should be enjoying it more but I just can’t get into it” ones. Maybe I just wasn’t in the right…