Category: Books I Read

China - Edward Rutherford ----Notes: Wow. This guy's books are epic. I mean, this one was around 800 pages. I can't imagine the research and mental and creative work that goes into something like this. My biggest takeaway is from bits of history - that there is nothing new under the sun, and that a… Continue reading Books I Read: October 2025 →

The Maid's Secrete - Nita Prose ----Notes: I love the main character and the story. Quirky, original, and really drew me into the world of the story. I Am Not Jessica Chen - Ann Liang ----Notes: I've been leaning into Asian authors lately, maybe because subconsciously I'm looking for a semblance of my story. Or… Continue reading Books I Read: September 2025 →

Original Daughter - Jemima Wei ----Notes: I was really looking forward to this one; the author came up in my IG feed. I'm not sure how I feel about this one. The story was well-written. However, I think I was expecting a lighter story, and it was actually ended up being a rather heavy read… Continue reading Books I Read: August 2025 →

Old School - Gordon Korman ----Notes: This is a YA pick recommended by my librarian friend. I enjoyed it and it was refreshing to read something straight forward, with a good story. Very "clean" writing. Unplugged - Gordon Korman ----Notes: A pleasant surprise; I was engaged and found myself seeing what was going to happen… Continue reading Books I Read: July 2025 →

Sheltering Rain - Jojo Moyes ----Notes: I really like Jojo Moyes books! They are well-written and she is a wonderful storyteller. Giver of Stars - Jojo Moyes Imperial Wife - Irina Reyn ----Notes: Art history, life lessons All The Life Can Afford - Emily Everett ----Notes: Really liked this one! Whiskey Tango Foxtrot - David… Continue reading Books I Read: June 2025 →