The Cellist of Sarajevo: A lovely story of the role music can play in the lives of people- even people whose lives are torn apart by war. Told from differing viewpoints, the story of humanity's struggle to regain normalcy in the face of death flows as smoothly as music itself.
The Passage: This was recommended to me by another LitChick, but I have to recommend it anyway! One of the most wonderfully written books I've read in years, the best way I can sum it up is I Am Legend on a MASSIVE scale.An evil virus is destroying and altering all life, and the only hope for humanity is to find out what it is an how to stop it. Honestly, a book I couldn't put down. Plus, there's a sequel and a movie in the works.
Medium Raw: Another masterpiece by the incredible Anthony Bourdain, this book takes on the way that we treat and handle food. From the grocery store butcher and home cook, to the five star restaurants, Bourdain discusses how important it is to source food ethically, treat it responsibly, and cook it simply. Of course, there's a healthy glimpse into the world of haute cuisine, which makes Bourdain's books mesmerizing.
Okay, those are my picks. Bon appereading! ;)
Cellist is the one that stands out to me, hopefully I can get it from/through the library!
ReplyDeleteCellist is the one I'm leaning towards, too.
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