Summer Reading

Elizabeth Miller:

The World Without Us by Alan Weisman

"A great thought experiment exploring what would happen to Earth if humans just disappeared; narrative non-fiction; not a 'light' read but immensely interesting."

The Life of Pi by Yann Martel

"A wonderful read about a young boy crossing the Atlantic with a tiger on a small boat; explores religious and spiritual themes; one that you can't put down."

Alex Ferm:

The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner

"This book is a fun, but somewhat educational read that takes you all over the world on the travels of a grumpy journalist. It's a light read and made me laugh frequently."

Annie Tenwick:

Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert

"I loved Eat Pray Love because it was funny and touching and I could relate to everything on some level because the author is so human."

Vanessa Mosier:

Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier

"I read this a little while ago. I loved it. Most people have heard of this one but may have never taken the time to read it. It's a good read if you like art and romance—set in Vermeer's days as a painter."

Katie McKee:

The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger

"I'm not exactly sure why I love this book so much, but the jumping in time forces you to really pay attention to the story. I just liked it."

Tom Griffith:

American Gods by Neil Gaiman

"A truly great story teller; the kind of book you just blaze through."

Ben Redman:

No One Belongs Here More Than You by Miranda July

"A collection of short stories that helped to remind me about the mysteries and joys of life."

Sylke Krell:

Into Thin Air by John Krakauer

"A harrowing story about an ill fated climb on Mt. Everest that ultimately evolves into a profound allegory about respecting nature, the wisdom of limiting the human desire to conquer at all costs, the role of chance in survival and the ability to endure in the face of extreme danger and profound loss."

Donna Winters:

The Inspector Lynley series by Elizabeth George

"All these books are great!"

Angela Dancey:

The Dud Avocado by Elaine Dundy

"This rediscovered, republished classic about a young American woman in Paris is what chick lit should be—funny, smart, and charming despite (or maybe because of) its flaws."

Queenpin by Megan Abbott

"A fantastic contemporary hard-boiled crime novel about an aging mob moll told from the perspective of her young, cynical protégée."