Women's Literature, Chick Lit & Romance
Find reviews of fiction for women, whether serious women's literature or lighter chick lit and romance novels.
Angels Fall by Nora Roberts - Book Review
Angels Fall by Nora Roberts is part romance novel, part thriller. Roberts has written more than 160 novels, so it is always impressive when she comes up with something new. Roberts' record aside, how does Angels Fall stand on its own merits? Read this book review on Angels Fall to find out.
Angels Fall by Nora Roberts is part romance novel, part thriller. Roberts has written more than 160 novels, so it is always impressive when she comes up with something new. Roberts' record aside, how does Angels Fall stand on its own merits? Read this book review on Angels Fall to find out.
Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons by Lorna Landvik - Book Review
Angry Housewives Eating Bons Bons by Lorna Landvik is the story of five women in a book club in Minnesota from 1968 to 1998. These "angry housewives" do much more than eat bon bons. They support each other through good and bad, finding a lifeline in their friendship.
Angry Housewives Eating Bons Bons by Lorna Landvik is the story of five women in a book club in Minnesota from 1968 to 1998. These "angry housewives" do much more than eat bon bons. They support each other through good and bad, finding a lifeline in their friendship.
Anybody Out There? by Marian Keyes - Book Review
Anybody Out There is the latest release from Marian Keyes, a new addition to the ongoing series about the five Walsh sisters from Ireland. If you’re a fan of Keyes’ other light-hearted but well-written chick lit novels, including Sushi for Beginners and Last Chance Saloon, Anybody Out There will not disappoint.
Anybody Out There is the latest release from Marian Keyes, a new addition to the ongoing series about the five Walsh sisters from Ireland. If you’re a fan of Keyes’ other light-hearted but well-written chick lit novels, including Sushi for Beginners and Last Chance Saloon, Anybody Out There will not disappoint.
Because She Can by Bridie Clark - Book Review
Bridie Clark, the author of Because She Can, is a former editor with years of publishing experience. She’s writing what she knows in her debut novel, which follows a young editor working at a controversial publishing house under a tyrannical boss. Because She Can is about getting what you think you want and realizing it’s not all it was cracked up to be.
Bridie Clark, the author of Because She Can, is a former editor with years of publishing experience. She’s writing what she knows in her debut novel, which follows a young editor working at a controversial publishing house under a tyrannical boss. Because She Can is about getting what you think you want and realizing it’s not all it was cracked up to be.
'Best Friends Forever' by Jennifer Weiner - Book Review
Best Friends Forever is a charming and deeply satisfying read about the unexpected reunion of two estranged best friends.
Best Friends Forever is a charming and deeply satisfying read about the unexpected reunion of two estranged best friends.
Body Surfing by Anita Shreve - Book Review
Anita Shreve’s latest release, Body Surfing, is even more appealing than her previous works. This moving story of a young woman who bonds with the family she works for will engross readers, thanks to Shreve’s skilled writing.
Anita Shreve’s latest release, Body Surfing, is even more appealing than her previous works. This moving story of a young woman who bonds with the family she works for will engross readers, thanks to Shreve’s skilled writing.
Cage of Stars by Jacquelyn Mitchard - Book Review
Cage of Stars by Jacquelyn Mitchard tells the tale of Ronnie Swan, a Mormon teenager whose happy, sheltered life is horrifically torn apart when a schizophrenic man murders her two young sisters. Find out whether Mitchard will please fans with Cage of Stars and whether Cage of Stars is worth adding to your reading list.
Cage of Stars by Jacquelyn Mitchard tells the tale of Ronnie Swan, a Mormon teenager whose happy, sheltered life is horrifically torn apart when a schizophrenic man murders her two young sisters. Find out whether Mitchard will please fans with Cage of Stars and whether Cage of Stars is worth adding to your reading list.
'Certain Girls' by Jennifer Weiner - Book Review
Cannie Shapiro, the memorable heroine of Jennifer Weiner's smash bestselling chick lit novel, 'Good in Bed,' returns in Weiner's newest novel. In 'Certain Girls,' Cannie is married, her daughter Joy is on the brink of teenage-hood, and Cannie is still dealing with the fallout of writing a bestselling book about her life.
Cannie Shapiro, the memorable heroine of Jennifer Weiner's smash bestselling chick lit novel, 'Good in Bed,' returns in Weiner's newest novel. In 'Certain Girls,' Cannie is married, her daughter Joy is on the brink of teenage-hood, and Cannie is still dealing with the fallout of writing a bestselling book about her life.
'Change of Heart' by Jodi Picoult - Book Review
June Nealon’s daughter needs a heart transplant and the man on death row for killing the rest of her family wants to donate his. Can June accept his heart? In 'Change of Heart,' Picoult writes 400+ pages about how this decision affects several characters.
June Nealon’s daughter needs a heart transplant and the man on death row for killing the rest of her family wants to donate his. Can June accept his heart? In 'Change of Heart,' Picoult writes 400+ pages about how this decision affects several characters.
Dance of the Gods by Nora Roberts - Book Review
Dance of the Gods, the second book in Nora Roberts' Circle Trilogy, continues the story of the circle of six commissioned by Morrigan in Morrigan's Cross. Dance of the Gods provides further character development, a new (and more interesting, in my opinion) romance, and a page turning plot.
Dance of the Gods, the second book in Nora Roberts' Circle Trilogy, continues the story of the circle of six commissioned by Morrigan in Morrigan's Cross. Dance of the Gods provides further character development, a new (and more interesting, in my opinion) romance, and a page turning plot.
Dear John by Nicholas Sparks - Book Review
Dear John is trademark Nicholas Sparks--romantic, sappy, sad and redeeming. If you like Sparks' previous novels, you will probably enjoy Dear John, a love story about an army sergeant who falls in love shortly before 9/11.
Dear John is trademark Nicholas Sparks--romantic, sappy, sad and redeeming. If you like Sparks' previous novels, you will probably enjoy Dear John, a love story about an army sergeant who falls in love shortly before 9/11.
'Dune Road' by Jane Green - Book Review
Dune Road by Jane Green is about a woman struggling to adapt to her newly-divorced life in suburban Connecticut. Green's book is an easy summer read that has a more mature, less giddy perspective than some of her previous books. Dune Road tells an absorbing story, and Green's fans won't be disappointed.
Dune Road by Jane Green is about a woman struggling to adapt to her newly-divorced life in suburban Connecticut. Green's book is an easy summer read that has a more mature, less giddy perspective than some of her previous books. Dune Road tells an absorbing story, and Green's fans won't be disappointed.
'The English American' by Alison Larkin - Book Review
The English American is Alison Larkin's first novel, and it's a work of fiction drawn from the author's own experience as a young English woman who meets her biological parents, two eccentric Americans.
The English American is Alison Larkin's first novel, and it's a work of fiction drawn from the author's own experience as a young English woman who meets her biological parents, two eccentric Americans.
Finishing Touches by Deanna Kizis - Book Review
Finishing Touches by Deanna Kizis tells the story of Jesse Holtz, a young woman whose best friend dies in a car accident. Several months later, Jesse begins dating that friend’s grieving husband.
Finishing Touches by Deanna Kizis tells the story of Jesse Holtz, a young woman whose best friend dies in a car accident. Several months later, Jesse begins dating that friend’s grieving husband.
The Guy Not Taken by Jennifer Weiner - Book Review
The Guy Not Taken is a well-written collection of short stories about sympathetic, relatable characters. Fans of Jennifer Weiner’s previous works will find much to admire in these stories, which deal with women, relationships, families, and emotional struggles.
The Guy Not Taken is a well-written collection of short stories about sympathetic, relatable characters. Fans of Jennifer Weiner’s previous works will find much to admire in these stories, which deal with women, relationships, families, and emotional struggles.
Happiness Sold Separately by Lolly Winston - Book Review
Happiness Sold Separately by Lolly Winston is the story of a marriage gone bad. Elinor and Ted are happy when they get married, but failed infertility treatments and an affair test their happiness and their resolve to stay married. Can they make their marriage work and is it worth reading about? Find out in this review of Happiness Sold Separately by Lolly Winston.
Happiness Sold Separately by Lolly Winston is the story of a marriage gone bad. Elinor and Ted are happy when they get married, but failed infertility treatments and an affair test their happiness and their resolve to stay married. Can they make their marriage work and is it worth reading about? Find out in this review of Happiness Sold Separately by Lolly Winston.
The Mermaid Chair by Sue Monk Kidd - Book Review
The Mermaid Chair by Sue Monk Kidd is Kidd's second novel, following the runaway bestseller, The Secret Life of Bees? Does Kidd bring the same irresistable Southern charm to The Mermaid Chair as she did in The Secret Life of Bees? Find out in this book review.
The Mermaid Chair by Sue Monk Kidd is Kidd's second novel, following the runaway bestseller, The Secret Life of Bees? Does Kidd bring the same irresistable Southern charm to The Mermaid Chair as she did in The Secret Life of Bees? Find out in this book review.
Morrigan's Cross by Nora Roberts - Book Review
Morrigan's Cross by Nora Roberts is the first book in her 2006 paranormal Circle Trilogy. The goddess Morrigan commissions a group of six to fight the demon Lilith and her army of vampires.
Morrigan's Cross by Nora Roberts is the first book in her 2006 paranormal Circle Trilogy. The goddess Morrigan commissions a group of six to fight the demon Lilith and her army of vampires.
Queen of Babble by Meg Cabot - Book Review
Queen of Babble by Meg Cabot is a lighthearted story about Lizzie Nichols, who moves to England to live with a boy she knew for one day at college. Not surprisingly, he doesn’t turn out to be quite who she remembered, and she treks across Europe in search of other friends.
Queen of Babble by Meg Cabot is a lighthearted story about Lizzie Nichols, who moves to England to live with a boy she knew for one day at college. Not surprisingly, he doesn’t turn out to be quite who she remembered, and she treks across Europe in search of other friends.
Savannah Breeze by Mary Kay Andrews - Book Review
Savannah Breeze by Mary Kay Andrews is a chick lit novel about BeBe Loudermilk, the heroine of Andrews' previous novel, Savannah Blues. Find out whether Savannah Breeze is worth adding to your beach bag.
Savannah Breeze by Mary Kay Andrews is a chick lit novel about BeBe Loudermilk, the heroine of Andrews' previous novel, Savannah Blues. Find out whether Savannah Breeze is worth adding to your beach bag.
Second Chance by Jane Green - Book Review
Second Chance was written by Jane Green, the best-selling author of chick-lit favorites like Mr. Maybe and Jemima J. Second Chance doesn’t break any new ground, but it’s a solidly written story about friendship and second chances that will keep readers interested.
Second Chance was written by Jane Green, the best-selling author of chick-lit favorites like Mr. Maybe and Jemima J. Second Chance doesn’t break any new ground, but it’s a solidly written story about friendship and second chances that will keep readers interested.
Shopaholic & Baby by Sophie Kinsella - Book Review
Shopaholic & Baby is the fifth installment in Sophie Kinsella's popular Shopaholic series. Fans of the series will be delighted by Becky Brandon's adventures in pregnancy, but if you didn't like the first books, you'll probably be frustrated by Shopaholic & Baby as well.
Shopaholic & Baby is the fifth installment in Sophie Kinsella's popular Shopaholic series. Fans of the series will be delighted by Becky Brandon's adventures in pregnancy, but if you didn't like the first books, you'll probably be frustrated by Shopaholic & Baby as well.
The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd - Book Review
The Secret Life of Bees, Sue Monk Kidd's debut novel, topped the best sellers lists for months and is being made into a movie. The Secret Life of Bees movie will star Dakota Fanning as Lily. Read this review of The Secret Life of Bees to see why you should read The Secret Life of Bees before seeing the movie.
The Secret Life of Bees, Sue Monk Kidd's debut novel, topped the best sellers lists for months and is being made into a movie. The Secret Life of Bees movie will star Dakota Fanning as Lily. Read this review of The Secret Life of Bees to see why you should read The Secret Life of Bees before seeing the movie.
Valley of Silence by Nora Roberts - Book Review
Valley of Silence by Nora Roberts is the last and best book in Roberts' Circle Trilogy. All the development from Morrigan's Cross and Dance of the Gods comes to a climax in Valley of Silence as the circle of six reaches the final showdown with Lilith and her army of vampires.
Valley of Silence by Nora Roberts is the last and best book in Roberts' Circle Trilogy. All the development from Morrigan's Cross and Dance of the Gods comes to a climax in Valley of Silence as the circle of six reaches the final showdown with Lilith and her army of vampires.
Ya-Yas in Bloom by Rebecca Wells - Book Review
Ya-Yas in Bloom by Rebecca Wells is the third book in the Ya-Ya series, which brought readers the #1 bestseller, Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood. Find out whether Ya-Yas in Bloom lives up to Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood here.
Ya-Yas in Bloom by Rebecca Wells is the third book in the Ya-Ya series, which brought readers the #1 bestseller, Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood. Find out whether Ya-Yas in Bloom lives up to Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood here.