Summary Set in the 1950’s this is a brilliantly constructed story and coming of age story of troubled teens. Warning there is a spoiler section at the end where we discuss the surprise ending but we give a warning before diving into what happened. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way … More Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
Summary A compelling and engaging historical fiction novel set in London during World War ll. We loved getting to discuss the gritty and compassionate characters and glean wonderful quotes from them. If you want a front row seat to living in London during years of bombs and rationing we highly recommend giving this book a … More The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin
Summary Published in 1953, this noir mystery novel took us back in time with a Dick Tracy feel. This was a quick and fun read and our first of Rex Stout’s, a well know mystery writer of his day. Do not fret, we did not give any spoilers or disclose who the killer is. If … More The Golden Spiders by Rex Stout
Summary A compelling and engaging historical fiction novel set in London during World War ll. We loved getting to discuss the gritty and compassionate characters and glean wonderful quotes from them. If you want a front row seat to living in London during years of bombs and rationing we highly recommend giving this book a … More The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin
Summary Listen to a recap of this fantastic novel and soon to be movie. Don’t worry, we were careful not to include any spoilers. Journey with us as we discuss this intriguing story of a young abandon girl who grows up in the marsh land of North Carolina. — This episode is sponsored by · … More Where The Crawdads Sing By Delia Owens
Summary Doctor Zhivago is a classic Russian novel first published in 1957 in Italy. The novel was banned in Russia and was not allowed to be published until three decades later due to his “dangerous” content and anti-communist feel. Boris Pasternak won the Nobel Prize in literature because of the book but was not allowed … More Dr. Zhivago by Boris Pasternak, a Dangerous Novel
Summary A Whole Nother Story is a fun, witty, children’s book of spy fiction with plenty of great lessons and slapstick comedy to keep young readers engaged. I read this to my 7 and 6 year old boys who loved it and joined us on the podcast to share their two cents. This is the … More A Whole Nother Story by Dr. Cuthbert Soup
Summary A must read for everyone! Add this one to add your book stack. Joyous Leadership is an authentic, memorable, life changing read. It is chalked full of nuggets, insight and wisdom that will help you live your best life. This is our first episode where we have been able to interview an author. John … More Searching for joy? Author John Mark Watson reveals the key in new book, Joyous Leadership
Summary If you have ever wondered what a totalitarian government would feel like, take a look at the book Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix. This is a quick read and a great recommendation for reluctant readers or anyone looking for a series to read. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/recapbookchat/message
Summary Russian literature at its finest, hold onto something as we deep dive into the 1878 novel Anna Karenina. Listed in the top 10 greatest books of all time this was our first taste of Tolstoy and he hooked us on the first line. Thanks Mike for inspiring us to read it with your awesome … More Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy Took Us to New Literary Heights
