The Diamond Eye
By Kate Quinn
Historical fiction. Reasonably gripping fictionalized true story of a Ukrainian woman who was a history researcher when Germany invaded Russia...
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Featured Lists
Romantic Reads for Summer
It's summer time so we are getting more requests for books that are light, fun, and breezy. In other words, romance novels. Peruse this list to find the perfect accompaniment for an afternoon in the sun at your local park or beach vacation.
If you're in the neighborhood, swing by our store to find more romantic reads!
If you're in the neighborhood, swing by our store to find more romantic reads!
Queer History Book List
Queer history books handpicked by our booksellers
Gender Justice Reading List
Legal Voice is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that fights for gender justice through impact litigation, policy advocacy, education, and coalition building. The list below presents some of our favorite (work-related) books.
Learn more at legalvoice.org.
Learn more at legalvoice.org.
From addabook_admin
Pack your bags...we're going on a Road Trip!
When the open road is calling, what awaits? Adventures, side quests, new landscapes, and undoubtedly some colorful characters. Traversing long distances also often provides ample time for introspection, connection with our travel companions, and observing the land and people we encounter along the way.
As you head out on your summer adventures, don't forget to pack a book (or two) that capture these moments and insights.
As you head out on your summer adventures, don't forget to pack a book (or two) that capture these moments and insights.
From addabook_admin
Fire
Wildfire season has become longer and the fires more intense, often leading to tragic outcomes. Sometimes they're ignited intentionally or carelessly. Sometimes nature sparks a blaze that is exacerbated by climate change. To better understand fire, how it works, how it's fought, and the destruction it leaves in its wake, check out these titles.
Recent Notes
Please Enjoy Your Stay
By Tara Goedjen
A fast-paced thriller with tons of twists and turns where you are never sure what is really happening! Are there ghosts, is someone stalking Mia, or...
Guns of August
By Barbara W Tuchman
What an intense book. It's a real lesson in how quickly things can get out of control and how absolutely devastating the consequences can be. The...
Whistler
By Ann Patchett
It was with great anticipation I looked forward to this book. I devoured the book, reading it in less than 3 days. The structure of the story adds to...
Rumoured
By Kelly Mancaruso
Whatever you think this story is about, get ready to be wrong in the best ways! I was immediately hooked by the lyrics, the gossip articles, the pure...
My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry
By Fredrik Backman
A perfectly fine and sweet Backman book. It's the first time I've run into an issue listening to an audiobook that is translated, there were a few...