I love, love, LOVE Chandler Baker’s books. You can always count on them to have social commentary that hits deep, a big plot twist and/or whodunnit, and a cast of relatable characters. Even when the book is about child vampires. The vibe book / jumpsuit / bag / charm bracelet / first aid kit /Continue reading “Cutting Teeth (Review)”
Tag Archives: contemporary fiction
Big Gay Wedding (Review)
Calling all fans of Schitt’s Creek — this book will warm your heart and make ya laugh out loud in the same chapter. The vibe book / blazer dress / shoes / purse / notebook / wine glasses / candle / necklace / fascinator The review Barnett Durang has complicated feelings about his childhood home. OnContinue reading “Big Gay Wedding (Review)”
Mika in Real Life (Review)
“Maybe that was the key to parenting: you couldn’t keep your children from being hurt, but you could give them a soft place to land.” ― Emiko Jean, Mika in Real Life The vibe I was inspired by Penny’s youth and runner vibe — plus this GORGEOUS cover! book / shoes / shorts / sports bra / tankContinue reading “Mika in Real Life (Review)”
Georgie, All Along (Review)
Sometimes going back is what you need to move forward. The vibe book / swimsuit / cover-up / shades / hoops / necklace / bag / shoes / bandana The review After escaping her small hometown for a fast-paced assistant career in Hollywood, Georgie is back in town to help her best friend prepare forContinue reading “Georgie, All Along (Review)”
The Collected Regrets of Clover (Review)
Death, she gets. It’s life she can’t figure out. The vibe Clover loves nights curled up on her couch watching romcoms with her pets — and occasionally peeping in on her neighbors. book / blanket / candle / candle tools / pillow / notebook / pen / headphones / binoculars The review Clover doesn’t really haveContinue reading “The Collected Regrets of Clover (Review)”
Romantic Comedy (Review)
“If you’re our age and single, dating kind of has to be an act of reckless optimism, right? The triumph of hope over experience?” — Curtis Sittenfeld, Romantic Comedy The vibe The Sally Millz late night writing session (pandemic chair yoga with her stepdad) outfit. book / leggings / shoes / hoodie / notebook /Continue reading “Romantic Comedy (Review)”
The Guncle (Review)
Oh my gosh what a huggable, loveable little summer read. If this one isn’t already on your summer TBR, add 👏🏼 it 👏🏼 now 👏🏼 🕺🏼THE GUNCLE by Steven Rowley🕺🏼 Former TV star Patrick’s fine living his reclusive desert life in Palm Springs but when his college best friend and sister-in-law dies of cancer, thingsContinue reading “The Guncle (Review)”
The Daydreams (Review)
Nostalgic for the Britney/Justin era of pop culture, I’m so mad this book (about a reunion special of a show where high schoolers sing and dance) is a work of fiction. I WANT TO SEE THE DAYDREAMS FR FR! The vibe book (out 5/2) / sweatsuit / shoes / purse / microphone / journal /Continue reading “The Daydreams (Review)”
Dear Edward (Review)
“What happened is baked into your bones, Edward. It lives under your skin. It’s not going away. It’s part of you and will be part of you every moment until you die. What you’ve been working on, since the first time I met you, is learning to live with that.” — Ann Napolitano, Dear Edward TheContinue reading “Dear Edward (Review)”
Someone Else’s Shoes (Review)
A new London-set book by one of my fave authors? Sign me up. The vibe Book / Jacket / Leggings / Shoes / Cap / Headphones / Bag / Gloves The review Nisha and Sam could not be more different. Nisha is the wife of a wealthy American and her and her husband spend monthsContinue reading “Someone Else’s Shoes (Review)”
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