It’s Tuesday…time for new books! There are some great novels out today, including two historical fictions, and a stunning memoir. Kids are going to love the latest releases, too! I’m adding each of these to my wishlist and you can pick up your copy by following the links below to our Bookshop.org page!
Summer’s Gift by Jennifer Ryan – Summer has always felt a little disconnected from her family. When one of those at-home DNA tests reveal her family’s secret, Summer discovers she has a father she’s never known, and half-sisters, too. While some of the family is eager to know her, others show her a cold shoulder. Having a similar experience myself, this is my top pick this week. Complete with a little bit of romance, this family drama is sure to hit home.
Talking at Night by Claire Daverly – Will and Rosie fell in love as teens, but tragedy separated them. Over the years, many other romances have come and gone for both, but they keep falling back together. For those of us who were teens in the 90’s and haven’t been able to let go of their first true love, this book is for you!
The Brightest Star by Gail Tsukiyama – Anna May Wong was born Wong Liu Tsong to Chinese immigrant parents in Los Angeles in 1905. She loved movies from a young age and hatched a plan to be like her idols – a movie star. As the first renown Chinese American movie star, she faced an uphill climb. Hollywood, like most of America, still viewed Asian immigrants and their children has lower class and most movie roles were given to Caucasian actors in “yellow face”. This historical fiction recounts the rise of this young actress from a nobody to a bright star of movies and television
The Glass Chateau by Stephen P. Kiernan – In the aftermath of WWII, the French countryside is decimated. Buildings and families have been torn apart by the fighting. For Asher, he’s lost his parents. After returning from war, he is trying to find his place in the world again. When he finds himself working as a glass maker at a chateau known for making cathedral windows. Asher decides to hide his Jewish heritage from the Catholic family in charge. But will his secret eventually come out as he works to recover from the trauma of the war? This is another great historical fiction for this week’s choices!
Through The Groves: a memoir by Anne Hull – Hull is a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, but her story starts in the orange groves of Central Florida near what is today the Disney complex. Her memoir shares her tales of finding her true identity, deciding what she wanted in life, and leaving to make her dreams come true. Full of glimpses of the Southern life in the 60’s and 70’s, this book is sure to be a hit.
Kids’ Books releasing today
A Very Dinosaur Birthday by Adam Wallace and Christopher Nielsen – from the author of one of our favorite series (How to Catch) comes a new release that will have you rolling with laughter! What happens when dinosaurs come to a party? From accidentally crushing the games, to knocking over the snack table, these poor dinos can’t catch a break!
Biscuit and Friends: a day at the aquarium by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat Schories – our family has always loved Biscuit and his pals! In this adventure, he visits the aquarium by himself and meets new friends. This book is a Level One reader and great for your younger beginning readers who are still sounding out words.
Jungle Night by Sandra Boynton and Yo-Yo Ma – two of my all time favorites are coming together for this new bedtime board book! True to her classic style, Boynton has crafted a new bedtime story and kids will encounter the snores of their favorite characters. There are two audio downloads to accompany the book – one is narration and the other is a brand new lullaby. My kids may be past the board book stage, but I’ve ordered this one – I can never pass up Boynton or Ma….and together? It’s going to be a new classic in our home!
Have I missed your new release favorite coming out today? Tell me about it in the comments!
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