GENRE: Historical Fiction I’m torn with The Only Woman in the Room(paid link). Is it well-written? Yes. Is it interesting? Yes. Does it contain bundles of historical information while keeping the narrative going? Yes. So, you may be wondering then why I gave it three stars and the answer is this – Marie Benedict is … More “The Only Woman in the Room” By: Marie Benedict
GENRE: Historical Fiction Wow. I don’t know where to begin with The Nightingale(paid link). While the first half took me much longer to get through than a typical book ever has, the second half absolutely blew me away and brought me to tears. It is about two sister’s, Isabelle and Vianne, who fight their way … More “The Nightingale” By: Kristin Hannah
GENRE: Historical Fiction The Women in The Castle(paid link) is another WWII novel! (can you tell how much I love books on this topic). Okay, to start … if you’re deciding between this and “Lilac Girls,” by Martha Hall Kelly, read “Lilac Girls” every time. However, this novel is also extremely enjoyable and unique in … More “The Women In The Castle” By: Jessica Shatuck
Genre: Historical Fiction Lilac Girls(paid link) is a must read. Whatever is next on your reading list, put this one first. It is truly a work of art. It is so well-written and beautifully crafted. Yes, it’s a novel that requires your full attention, but it is so, SO worth it. This novel is what … More “Lilac Girls” By: Martha Hall Kelly
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