Summer reading: Suggestions from readers at our Northeast Branch, Part I

The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
Excellent! I look at my dog in a whole new light now. This book was funny, poignant, a great story about father and daughter (and of course, master and dog), and it brought out so many emotions: love, sorrow, grief, anger, humor, melancholy.
     ~ J.J.

The Beauty of Humanity Movement by Camilla Gibb
I was transfixed from page one by the descriptions of food and people. It is very “humane” and humbling. I’m already in line for her next book. This is beautiful fiction which feels so real you could touch the characters.
     ~ Kinza

Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson
Loved this book! An update on the sly wit and comedy of the English village comedy of manners. Brings to mind Jane Austen and Barbara Pym. I think I’ll read it again.
     ~ Sarah

Room by Emma Donoghue
Loved this book! Horrific situation, but presented in such a unique and amazing way that I could not put it down! Jack has been kept in a room all his life, but Ma has made it as educational and entertaining as can be. Loved Jack and Ma.
     ~ Jeannie

The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger
I expected this book to be corny and trite, but it was quite the opposite. Couldn’t put it down for a second, and I laughed and cried throughout. Great beach read! Also makes you consider what’s most important in your life.
     ~ Becky

One response to “Summer reading: Suggestions from readers at our Northeast Branch, Part I”

  1. Ooh, I loved Major Pettigrew, too. Glad it’s getting attention!

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