Exhibit about Irene Nemirovsky

Those who have read Suite Francaise (or other books) by Irene Nemirovsky may be interested in a new exhibition at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City, Woman of Letters: Irene Nemirovsky and Suite Francaise, on exhibit from September 24, 2008 through March 22, 2009.  The exhibition illustrates Némirovsky’s life and her extraordinary literary gift to the world with stunning and heartbreaking artifacts, including the original manuscript of Suite Francaise and the valise in which it was found, never before exhibited.

Read a review of Suite Francaise from our blog here.

Death of a Travelling Man, by M. C. Beaton

Policeman Hamish Macbeth solves another murder in the tiny Scottish town of Lochdub. I especially enjoyed the variety of Scottish accents by narrator Davina Porter in the audio edition of this cozy mystery.

RATING: * * * A good read
Reviewed by: kh

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The Last Princess: The Devoted Life of Queen Victoria’a Youngest Daughter, by Matthew Dennison

For royalty fans, a very readable account of Princess Beatrice’s life, particularly her relationship with Queen Victoria. Includes photos and family tree charts.

RATING: * * * A good read
Reviewed by: kh

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Ines of My Soul, by Isabel Allende

This is the story of Ines Suarez (1507-1580), the brave, spirited conquistadora who helped found the nation of Chile with her lover, Pedro de Valdivia. I listened to the book on CD and enjoyed the presentation by the narrator, Blair Brown.

RATING: * * * * Very, very good
Reviewed by: kh

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The Collectors, by David Baldacci

There are two plots in the action packed sequel to the Camel Club (2005). The murder that brings the characters together takes place at the Library of Congress. The world of rare books, spies, CIA assassins, and con artists merge and challenges the reader to figure out who did what, when and why. There are two more Camel Club sequels and one more to be published in the Fall 0f 2008.  You will find out what happens to Oliver Stone if you read on…

RATING: * * * * Very, very good
Reviewed by: klm

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Dreamers of the Day, by Mary Doria Russell

Set at the end of World War I when the current Middle East was politically and geographically established, this is the story of a 38 year old school teacher who travels to Egypt and witnesses the 1921 Cairo Peace Conference. She meets Winston Churchill, Gertrude Bell and Lawrence of Arabia. She travels with this group to Palestine. There is romance, intrigue and lots of historical events to keep the reader interested. For dog lovers, there is a cute dachshund who travels with her and who steals the show.

RATING: * * * * Very, very good
Reviewed by: klm

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Knots in My Yo-Yo String : The Autobiography of a Kid, by Jerry Spinelli

A poignant, funny montage of 1950’s childhood memories by this award winning author who grew up in Norristown, PA.

RATING: * * * A good read
Reviewed by: kh

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