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Ann discovered an "engaging thriller with some surprising turns of events. Helen is heavily pregnant and planning to attend birthing classes with her constantly busy husband. Not surprisingly, due to work commitments, he is unable to go. When Helen attends to class by herself, she meets Rachel, who soon has an impact on Helen's marriage and affects others in Helen's immediate circle. Rachel wants to be part of Helen's world, and Helen discovers that Rachel is linked to her past – but not in a good way. In fact, Rachel has come to settle a score."
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2) Siren queen
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Elisabeth shares "a dazzling new read from Nghi Vo. Lulu Wei is desperate to make it in Hollywood, but as a Chinese-American, her opportunities are limited. Pre-code Hollywood is a dangerous place, run by men who often seem to be more monster than human, but Lulu has dealt with much worse monsters before. Will her dreams come true – or will she lose her battle with the monsters, both human and mythical, that are trying to take over her life? This smart, engaging fantasy novel blends the glamour of 1920s Hollywood with ancient mythology for an engrossing read."
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Maria reminds us that "We often read stories that give us just one side of history; The German Wife, gives us a refreshing perspective. Set in 1930 Berlin, Sofie Von Meyer Rhodes and her family notice subtle changes in the politics and social climate in their native Germany as Hitler gains power. While her husband, an aerospace engineer, is “invited” to run the rocket program, his wife feels increasingly helpless as the war escalates and she tries to navigate the new rules. As native Germans, they discover that they must pay a big price after the war. This book provides a refreshing yet intriguing perspective from a German family who did not agree with Hitler’s policies, politics, or social views. If you love historical fiction, check out this book!"
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4) Horse
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Marianne writes, "Based on one of the greatest racehorses in American history, Horse by Geraldine Brooks is the story of Lexington. Born in 1850 in the antebellum south, he was raised, trained, and nurtured by his enslaved groomsman, Jarrett. This young man was inexorably tied to the whims of Lexington’s owners and Brooks offers us insight into that world of slavery, its harshness, and lingering modern-day injustices.
The novel moves between the mid-1800s and 2019, when we meet a couple with a connection to the legendary Lexington. Jess is a young woman researching the horse’s physical prowess and Theo is a Nigerian-American art historian investigating an old painting of the horse. As their relationship grows, the peril of being Black in America raises its foreboding head.
Meticulously researched, superbly written, and full of surprises."
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Mary-Beth asks, "Do you know what to do when a bear attacks? Do you love the outdoors, but want to be prepared for catastrophes? Then you must read 100 Deadly Skills: Survival Edition: The Seal Operative’s Guide to Surviving in the Wild and Being Prepared for Any Disaster by Clint Emerson.
The book begins with suggested crisis proof attire and a list of everyday bag items to keep handy. Other sections include survival in the wild, defending your domain, public attack situations, and basic medical emergencies. This book, written by a retired Navy Seal, is loaded with fabulous illustrations and step-by-step tips to keep you alive during disasters. We cannot all be Navy Seals, but we can learn Seal survival techniques for when we may face life-or-death situations!"
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