Fascinating memoir about the dooce.com author’s devastating struggle with depression and the harrowing experimental treatment she endured to find relief. Great voice — funny surprisingly often. #25wordbookreviews (Amazon).
Every Tool’s A Hammer by Adam Savage
I loved the half of this that covered Savage’s love of making. The rest was fine but just not for me (Cosplay and other obsessions). #25wordbookreviews (Amazon)
Hot Young Widows Club by Nora McInerny Purmont
I read this because I really liked the author’s previous memoir on grief. This one isn’t quite as good and the two together are redundant. #25wordbookreviews (Amazon)
Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes
Charming little novel about the types of love and friendship we seek as adults — complicated and flawed, but still quite wonderful. Great summer read. #25wordbookreviews (on Amazon)
Street Lawyer by John Grisham
14 years old but still relevant in many ways, this thriller dealing with homelessness and poverty (and of course LAWYERS!) is a fine quick read. #25wordbookreviews (on Amazon)
The Bold World by Jodie Patterson
This gorgeous memoir takes you inside Patterson’s privileged African-American upbringing, her wildly successful career, and ongoing efforts to raise a very big, very modern family. #25wordbookreviews (link)
Fleishman is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner
I thought I knew what this story was going in, and it kept fooling me… right up until the masterfully clever and totally satisfying end. #25wordbookreviews (link)
Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls by David Sedaris
A few years ago I tried but couldn’t finish this. Just listened to it the whole way through to confirm it’s a rare Sedaris dud. #25wordbookreviews (link)
Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come by Jessica Pan
This very relatable author commits to overcoming her introversion over a year’s time. It’s basically my life — except I’m NEVER taking improv. Useful and entertaining. #25wordbookreviews (link)
Mrs. Everything by Jennifer Weiner
GREAT summer read. Lots of juicy stuff taking place over several generations of women, providing a good view into the aftereffects of some tough choices. #25wordbookreviews (link)
