Book Reviews

The Summary After living for over a decade in California, Chicago area native Shauna Sever and her husband decided to return to their Midwest roots with their two kids in tow. Having been raised around Midwest cooking and then running …

Book Review – The Playground Book Summary Ever wonder what happens to your children when you aren’t paying close enough attention? The Playground is a chilling reminder that kids are capable of more than we could ever dream. Over the …

I really enjoy the occasional “girly” read (as long as it has some substance to it), and The Bookish Life of Nina Hill ended up being just the right pick for me. Read on to find out why! The Summary …

I was looking forward to adding another National Geographic book to my collection and happy to report History at a Glance didn’t disappoint! Three words: Beautiful. Educational. Historical. As a big fan of historical fiction, it’s been a goal of …

National Geographic has done it again. Their new Atlas of the National Parks is a stunning piece of art and beautiful reference book. Over-sized and perfect for the coffee table, this book will be a favorite book for young and …

My little sister and I are very alike. If we still lived in the same city, I have no doubt at this point we would definitely get a lot more questions about whether we are fraternal twins. However, I can’t …

I’ve never met a National Geographic book I didn’t like, and this one is no different. This collection of stunning photography also includes interviews with many of the influential women pictured. In one word: BEAUTIFUL! I highly recommend this collection …

The Poppy Wife is a debut novel by Caroline Scott taking place in Europe during WWI. The year is 1921 and Edie is grieving the loss of her husband, Francis, whom disappeared in France four years earlier. Out of the …

If you had a chance to do over part of your college experience, would you? Shane has been doing college all wrong. Pre-med, stellar grades, and happy parents…sounds ideal—but Shane’s made zero friends, goes home every weekend, and romance…what’s that? …

I always have high hopes when a new holiday book comes to my attention. I love the sweet romance, holiday cheer, and just enough conflict to keep things interesting that you always find in these types of books. We Met …