[also: I'm a native West Virginian. As someone who has danced through many evenings in the Appalachian hills, I can confirm that the banjo player CRUSHED "Rocket Man."]
Nice list, Mari. I was just having coffee with a friend and we were talking about taste and timing and how much both have to do with our reactions to books. I also loved BIRNAM WOOD, until the end, which made me feel like the author just gave up (that's not a spoiler--an opinion only). I could not get past the beginning of THE OVERSTORY, but my friend loved, loved, loved it, as did Arthur. Probably my favorite fiction book this year was THE EXILES by Jane Harper. A murder mystery, yes, but so much more. I also loved YELLOWFACE for it's unstinting and hard-nosed look inside the world of publishing. Thanks for the thought-provoking recommendations.
Thanks, Mari! I've been looking forward to snuggling up with hot tea and a good story, so your hasn't-snowed-yet-but-it's-coming recommendations are appreciated.
[also: I'm a native West Virginian. As someone who has danced through many evenings in the Appalachian hills, I can confirm that the banjo player CRUSHED "Rocket Man."]
Nice list, Mari. I was just having coffee with a friend and we were talking about taste and timing and how much both have to do with our reactions to books. I also loved BIRNAM WOOD, until the end, which made me feel like the author just gave up (that's not a spoiler--an opinion only). I could not get past the beginning of THE OVERSTORY, but my friend loved, loved, loved it, as did Arthur. Probably my favorite fiction book this year was THE EXILES by Jane Harper. A murder mystery, yes, but so much more. I also loved YELLOWFACE for it's unstinting and hard-nosed look inside the world of publishing. Thanks for the thought-provoking recommendations.
Thanks, Mari! I've been looking forward to snuggling up with hot tea and a good story, so your hasn't-snowed-yet-but-it's-coming recommendations are appreciated.
Which of these is Matt's favorite?