London is the Best City in America by Laura Dave is a book about relationships: getting past the ones which are not meant to be and finding the ones that are. And ultimately, finding yourself.
Tag Archives: American fiction
Baby Proof by Emily Giffin
Emily Giffin has written an interesting book dealing with a woman who is adamant that she does not want children even if it means losing her soulmate
A Gracious Plenty by Sheri Reynolds
Sheri Reynolds has written a magical realism book about a woman trying to find her way in the world of the living but only finding comfort in the companionship of the Dead.
The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
Ann Patchett’s novel deals with an enduring sister and brother relationship, consolidated when they are ejected from their childhood home, The Dutch House.
The Third Angel by Alice Hoffman
Slow to start, Alice Hoffman’s book which links all of her female characters grows into a good read with a ghostly feel throughout.
The Dogs of Brownsville by Stan Weisleder
A coming-of-age gangster novel with a bit of glamour and lot of history, Weisleder’s book is well worth reading.
A Good Man is Hard to Find by Flannery O’Connor
Flannery O’Connor’s book is of its time in its vernacular, its characters and its description of place. Darkly humorous, they are well-written short stories.
The Queen’s Gambit by Walter Tevis
With my interest more than piqued by the Netflix production, I was keen to read Walter Tevis’ portrayal of Beth Harmon, his chess playing prodigy.
The Prophet Joan by Jay Heinrichs
Funny, entertaining, unorthodox, Jay Heinrichs’ book is a truly enjoyable read following the story of the reluctant teenage prophet, Joan.
The Silence of Bonaventure Arrow by Rita Leganski
Bonaventure is a boy who experiences his world in an unconventional way – he hears it from colours to places to people, each encounter has its own individual sound.
Scuffed Granny 