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The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver

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The things we remember, the things we forget, a father’s lessons, a mother’s worry, letting go, losing, what we owe each other — all set in the Florida heat. The stories in this collection surround friendship, race, miscarriage, infidelity, cancer, class, family fracture, generational trauma, coming of age, and the true darkness of human experience. Each chapter packs a punch on its own and builds into something complete and unforgettable. Muniz writes with such urgency that the reader can feel that these stories demanded to be told. A stunning debut I will remember for a long time.

Thank you to NetGalley and Grove Atlantic for providing an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

Severance by Ling Ma

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5.0

The Mothers by Brit Bennett

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4.0

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

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4.0

The Flip Side by James Bailey

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4.0