New books from old favorites: Ann Patchett and Angie Kim

Everybody has a few favorite authors, and it's a thrill when they release a new book. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels from old friends: "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett and "Happiness Falls" by Angie Kim.  All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retai…

Cristina Garcia Special

On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review "Vanishing Maps" by Cuban-born American Christina Garcia, and revisit another title from her back catalog, "Dreaming in Cuban." All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. 

More Memoirs: "Everything/Nothing/Someone" by Alice Carrière and "Meet Me Tonight in Atlantic City" by Jane Wong

On this edition The Weekly Reader, we review two fascinatingly personal and candid memoirs:"Everything/Nothing/Someone" by Alice Carrière and "Meet Me Tonight in Atlantic City" by Jane Wong.  All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. 

On the Road: American Ramble, by Neil King, and White Sands, by Geoff Dyer

Late summer is a great time to travel, but if you find yourself between adventures, we are here to help. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new “travel books” to enjoy in the comfort of your own home whilst dreaming about your next trip: "American Ramble" by Neil King, and "White S…

Sequels from the Masters: New books by Colson Whitehead and Richard Russo

Saying goodbye to a favorite character or location can be one of the hardest parts of finishing a great read. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new books that give us the chance to revisit some familiar faces and well-loved places: Crook Manifesto, by Colson Whitehead, and Somebod…

Great Memoirs from Mary Rodgers and Frieda Hughes

It’s nice to know that there are still times when the apple falls close to the creative tree.  On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new memoirs from a pair of impressive offspring: Shy: The Alarmingly Outspoken Memoirs of Mary Rodgers, by Mary Rodgers and Jesse Green, and George: A M…

DC Authors: Mary Kay Zuravleff, Michelle Brafman and Paul Goldberg

On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review three books from authors from the District of Columbia: American Ending, by Mary Kay Zuravleff, Swimming With Ghosts, by Michelle Brafman and The Dissident, by Paul Goldberg. The Weekly Reader Book Club returns next Thursday, August 10th, at Bird in …

Friends and Lovers: "The Rachel Incident" by Caroline O’Donoghue, and "Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style" by Paul Rudnick

College can be a life altering experience, especially for the more “inexperienced” students for whom this is a first taste of freedom, independence, even love. Today on The Weekly Reader, two new novels about seeking (and finding) much more than a degree at university: The Rachel Incident, by Carol…

Merry Widows: "The Five Star Weekend" by Elin Hilderbrand and "You Can't Stay Here Forever" by Katharine Lin

On this edition of The Weekly Reader, unexpected consequences follow the untimely deaths of two rather bad husbands. Marion Winik reviews The Five Star Weekend, by Elin Hilderbrand, and You Can't Stay Here Forever, by Katharine Lin.  All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local re…

Seaside Reads: "Beach Week" by Susan Coll and "Silver Alert" by Lee Smith

On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels that are perfect to enjoy at the seaside: Beach Week, by Susan Coll, and Silver Alert, by Lee Smith. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers.