Show Us Your Books June 2026
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May turned out to be a decent reading month despite the bonkers business of the end of the school year and graduation. I even had my fourth five star read of the year with The Canticle. (It has not been a five star reading year for me- I don’t know if it’s me and the world or if I’m just not picking good books.)
My Four and Five Star Reads from May 2026
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Canticle by Janet Rich Evans - This book was frightening, empowering, frustrating, and feminist. The mystery of faith. I loved it so much.
The Gift of Rain by Tan Twan Eng - This book was so beautifully written. I don’t know why it’s been sitting unread on my kindle for years. WWII and life is dangerous and complicated for the residents of Malay. Phillip who is half English and half Chinese does what he thinks gives the greatest chance for his family’s survival. No one agrees with him. Years later he still struggles with his choices.
Called Again by Jennifer Pharr Davis - I love books written by endurance athletes, and this was no exception. The description of what it took to set a record on the AT was brutally honest and fascinating.
Bamboo and Blood by James Church - These books are such a nap dream. This is the third one I’ve read in this series and I don’t think I’ve followed a single one. It works when the main character is solving mysteries in North Korea though.
The Trespasser by Tana French - Tana French’s books start off slow then before you know it the 75th twist happens and you’re looking for yard work and laundry to do so you can just listen a little longer. The last installment of the Dublin Murder Squad series was just what you would expect from a Tana French book.
The Astral Library by Kate Quinn - The book about books I’ve been looking for! Libraries save lives! Don‘t ban books! Hooray!
Have a great reading month everyone.
