Book Reviews

Offering biblically grounded reflections on popular books—so you can read with clarity, discernment, and wisdom.

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The Inmate

The Inmate is a fast, bingeable thriller that grabs from page one. A nurse practitioner takes a job at a…
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A Study in Drowning

A Study in Drowning blends dark academia and fantasy in a richly layered and poetic narrative. With an intricate world…
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The Paris Apartment

The Paris Apartment offers plenty of suspense and atmosphere, with a cast of mysterious characters and shifting motivations that keep…
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Maame

A deeply emotional coming-of-age story with Bridget Jones vibes, Maame explores identity, grief, and growing up under pressure—but it’s written…
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The Rom-Commers

The Rom-Commers is a laugh-out-loud, heart-squeezing romcom that hits all the right notes. With a grumpy-sunshine pairing, charming banter, and…
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Remarkably Bright Creatures

Remarkably Bright Creatures is a heartwarming story about an unlikely connection between a lonely woman and a clever octopus named…
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Hello Stranger

Hello Stranger is a fun, heartwarming romcom from Katherine Center—an author known for her completely clean romances. With witty banter,…
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Happy Place

Happy Place is part second-chance romance, part love letter to deep, longtime friendships. When a couple who secretly broke up…
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The Nickel Boys

Based on the real history of a reform school in Florida, The Nickel Boys follows two Black boys trying to…
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The Last Thing He Told Me

The Last Thing He Told Me mixes suspense with just the right amount of emotion. The growing bond between Hannah…
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Funny Story

Emily Henry’s Funny Story feels like a cozy hug wrapped in sarcasm and small-town charm. The setup is delightfully awkward:…
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All Systems Red

All Systems Red is a novella that packs a punch. With dry humor and a surprising amount of heart, this…
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