books – botany and bookends

THE FAMILY by Naomi Krupitsky

It is difficult to believe that this is Krupitsky’s first novel. The Family is both riveting and endearing. I picked up the book casually but…

I was opening my Book of the Month box just as my dad called yesterday. I told him what I was doing and he (84…

“Shhhhhhut UP!” That is what I yelled into my empty home. It was just me, alone, reading the twists in this fast-paced thriller. “Wait. What?!”,…

In a world of disconnection, it has felt even more comforting to gather with people all over the world as we circle the same scripture…

This family drama was true southern prose full of spirits and stories and spells. Sin and family and forgiveness. No one dies quite like a…

I reach for books to learn while listening to people who have lived the injustice. There is so much for all of us to learn…

What is it about my weirdo brain that says, ‘Oh…this is a really popular book out there in the world? Then let’s be sure and…

I can’t help it! I have loved using my new pom pom maker but you guys… there is a possibility I may never make a…

To be honest, I’ve put off posting about this book wanting to make sure it wasn’t going to be too offensive to anyone – or…

These are a few books that have meant a lot to me personally during this pandemic season. I find reliance on the liturgy comforting when…

This is the second book I’ve read from Acevedo and I listened to both of them on audio. I believe she is an author that…

I miss Castle. I realize this isn’t something I need to hide (anymore.) But you have to understand, I started this secret habit back before it…