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Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson
4.0
I've obviously been on an epidemic kick lately, but it's rather unintentional.
Although it is fiction, Fever 1793 provides some interesting insights into the spread of yellow fever through late 1700s Philadelphia. Modern medicine and sewer systems were non-existent back then, and traditions of bloodletting were the preferred "cures" for the epidemic back then. All of this together was truly eye-opening and despite the depressing topic, extremely well-written and a very quick read.
Although it is fiction, Fever 1793 provides some interesting insights into the spread of yellow fever through late 1700s Philadelphia. Modern medicine and sewer systems were non-existent back then, and traditions of bloodletting were the preferred "cures" for the epidemic back then. All of this together was truly eye-opening and despite the depressing topic, extremely well-written and a very quick read.
The Madonnas of Leningrad by Debra Dean
4.0
An engrossing novel centering around Marina, her vivid memories of war-torn Soviet Leningrad, & the slow loss of her grip on the present day life in the US. Dean paints a detailed picture of the Hermitage during the war; so good, you feel the characters' gnawing hunger & can imagine the paintings Marina describes in your mind's eye. I found myself partly surprised & disappointed that the book came to an end.
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter by Seth Grahame-Smith
4.0
Another fun romp by Seth Grahame-Smith, this time in twisted history. Can't wait for the movie!