Book Reviews
Best Christmas Books of 2026
If you’re on the hunt for the best Christmas books of 2026 to add to your holiday TBR, this list has something for just about every reader. Every title here is newly published, so it’s a great place to start if you’re searching for new Christmas books and holiday books to read. You’ll find romance,…
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The Calamity Club Book Review
Looking for historical fiction with Southern charm and plenty of humor? The Calamity Club is a funny, heartfelt Southern historical fiction novel full of found friendship, unforgettable women, and small-town chaos. Read my full book review to see why this historical fiction read deserves a spot on your TBR.
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Life and Death and Giants Book Review
Life & Death & Giants is a moving literary fiction novel for readers who love emotional books that will make you cry. A beautiful choice for anyone searching for a heartfelt book with strong emotional depth. Perfect for book clubs!
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When We Were Brilliant Book Review
If you’ve been following me for more than five minutes, you know I love all things Classic Hollywood. So when I heard about Lynn Cullen’s latest historical fiction book, When We Were Brilliant, I was instantly sold. When We Were Brilliant delivers exactly what I crave in historical fiction: rich character work and a deeply…
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Keeper of Lost Children Book Review
This one completely pulled me in. Keeper of Lost Children weaves WWII history with unforgettable Black voices and so much heart. If you love historical fiction that makes you feel something and gives you a lot to talk about, add this to your TBR.
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Practical Magic Book Series Reading Order
Discover the best way to read the Practical Magic book series and follow the Owens family from their earliest origins to the final chapter. This guide walks you through the full reading order, key story arcs, and why this magical series deserves a spot on your TBR. Perfect for fans of witchy, character-driven fiction.
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The Book of Magic: Book Review
Dive into my review of The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman, the powerful finale to the Practical Magic series. I’m breaking down the Owens family legacy, the themes of love and choice, and why this book feels like the perfect closing chapter for fans of magical, character-driven fiction. If you love quiet witchcraft, family history, and stories that blend the ordinary with the extraordinary, this one belongs on your TBR.
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Daughters of the Occupation
Daughters of the Occupation by Shelly Sanders is a powerful WWII historical fiction novel set in Latvia, exploring the double occupation and its impact across generations. Read my review and discover why this intergenerational story will resonate with fans of historical fiction and family sagas.
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At Last: Book Review
At Last by Marisa Silver took me by surprise—a tender, thoughtful story about mothers, daughters, aging, and connection. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Strout and Ann Patchett.
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The Last Assignment: Book Review
Discover The Last Assignment by Erika Robuck, a moving novel inspired by real journalist Dickey Chapelle—perfect for fans of fearless women, moral complexity, and historical fiction.
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