20/20 host Elizabeth Vargas penned a memoir about her battle with alcoholism, beginning with her anxiety as a child and her whirlwind career as a television anchor. Filled with insecurities, Vargas turned to alcohol first to unwind, then to cope with the stresses of life. In this breathtakingly honest memoir, she shares her deepest and darkest moments, including when and how … [Read more...]
The President’s Shadow by Brad Meltzer
The giveaway for this post has ended and was sponsored by Grand Central Publishing, however the review is my own. Sample book provided by Grand Central Publishing.For years, I have a been a big Brad Meltzer fan. His upcoming novel, The President's Shadow, is his tenth and I have read every single one. I usually read them in a weekend but this one I read from … [Read more...]
‘Seriously’ Isn’t That Serious
I've always considered Ellen DeGeneres to be one of the funniest people alive. I admire her spunk and courage, not to mention was she a great Dory. Her comedic timing is fantastic, her talk show is great, and back in the day she had a sitcom in which she owned a bookstore, which makes me feel a bit of triumph on behalf of readers everywhere. So when I needed a an audiobook to … [Read more...]
‘The House of Tides’ Explores Human Tragedy
Originally released in the UK last summer, The House of Tides by Hanna Richell (interview below) tells the story of a family's decade-long recovery after a tragic event leaves them reeling from unanswered questions. Told through the alternating views of Dora, her sister Cassie, and their mother, Helen, The House of Tides weaves a story of sadness, betrayal, and … [Read more...]
“The Fifth Assassin” is Killer!
This post is the first in a two part series. I had the pleasure of meeting Brad Meltzer at a signing for The Fifth Assassin on January 24. Read about it here! Every time I read a Brad Meltzer book I am reminded of how much I love his books. More than being 'just' an author, he is a gifted storyteller. Over and over, I am swept away into a world of political mystery and … [Read more...]