Tag Archives: historical-fiction

The Garden of Evening Mists, by Tan Twan Eng

Why this book:  While I was reading All the Beauty in the World, this book kept popping up on my google and Amazon feeds – if you liked All the Beaurty, you’d probably like this.  I looked it up, the story … Continue reading

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The Women, by Kristin Hannah

Why This Book: I have read many books about the Vietnam War, but almost all from the soldier’s or fighter’s perspective.  A lady friend of mine – also a nurse – told me that this was good and was worth … Continue reading

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Matrix, by Lauren Groff

Why this book:  Suggested by a good friend. I listened to it on audible. Summary in 4 sentences. Setting is 12th century England where a young teenage girl related to the Queen is not legitimate, born after her mother is … Continue reading

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