Books: Shelf-Care

Find a little respite in this season’s most exciting new reads

- Pema Bakshi

YOU HAVE TO MAKE YOUR OWN FUN AROUND HERE

by Frances Macken

In this contemporary coming-of-age novel, three friends navigate life — and each other — in rural Ireland, exploring the complexities of female friendships and the yearning for something bigger that often comes from growing up in a small town. With her cutting observations and witty dialogue, Frances Macken has been tipped as the new Sally Rooney.

You Have to Make Your Own Fun Around Here Filled with unforgettable characters and crackling dialogue, the book takes a keen-eyed look at the complexities of female friendship. Shop Now

THE VANISHING HALF

by Brit Bennett

Following the plights of twin sisters who have found themselves living wildly different lives, The Vanishing Half is an enthralling and deeply thoughtful story about family, racial identity and the ways we look to untether ourselves from our roots. We’re anticipating a screen adaptation…