Showing posts with label Victoria Christopher Murray. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Victoria Christopher Murray. Show all posts

Thursday, August 17, 2023

Review: The First Ladies

 


A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune—an unlikely friendship that changed the world - summary from the publisher

My Thoughts: This was a really interesting read. I learned so much about both women. While it was uncomfortable at times to read, this book covered many important issues - lynching, racism, sexism, adultery, and the power of friendship. I have no doubt this will be a book club book for many libraries.

Source: My Library
Cover Thoughts: Charming - and true to the story. 
Library Recommendation: A must have for your public library's collection

Friday, February 11, 2022

Book List: The Gilded Age

 


I've become hooked on The Gilded Age - which takes place in New York (mostly). It's the struggle between new money and old money in society. And which rules you can break.

It's currently on HBO




If you like the Gilded Age, try these books:

The Classic:

Romance:

Joanna Shupe and Maya Rodale both have series in the Gilded Age.

Heiress Hunt by Joanna Shupe 
Duchess by Design by Maya Rodale
The Rogue of Fifth Avenue by Joanna Shupe 

Another romance series:


Cozy Series:

Working Class:




Americans in England:



Are you a fan of the show?