Favorite Books of 2017

December 31, 2017

It’s time. I know there’s one more day, but this is my definitive list. As I say every year, this is not a “Best of 2017” list of books. We all know I usually don’t read the literary novels that make some lists. I’d much rather read...

Sue Grafton, R.I.P.

December 30, 2017

I had intended to post my Favorites of 2017 piece today, but it will wait until tomorrow. Instead, let’s take a minute to remember Sue Grafton. She died Thursday night of cancer, at the age of 77. Her family’s tribute came in the form of the statement that...

The Wine Lover’s Daughter by Anne Fadiman

December 29, 2017

I’ll admit I know nothing about wine, and I really don’t care to. That doesn’t make Anne Fadiman’s memoir, The Wine Lover’s Daughter, an odd choice for me. This is the story of her father, Clifton Fadiman, and, her yearning to...

What Are You Reading?

December 28, 2017

This is the last “What Are You Reading” post for 2017. Next week, we’re on to a new year, new books, new memories. I hope we all make wonderful discoveries in 2018. And, don’t forget, if you want to do a “Favorite Books Read in...

Moon Over Soho by Ben Aaronovitch

December 27, 2017

Here’s what I’ve learned after reading just two books in Ben Aaronovitch’s Rivers of London urban fantasy series. It doesn’t pay to be Peter Grant’s girlfriend. Moon Over Soho, the second book in the series, provides another series of...