We’re excited to wrap up our Winter Reading Challenge and extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated! It was wonderful to see so many book lovers coming together to share their reading journeys. After much anticipation, we’ve picked a winner! But the true highlight of this challenge was the incredible list of book recommendations and thoughtful reviews you shared. We were thoroughly impressed by the challenging selection of books and thrilled to see so many would recommend what they read. Here are some of the books that were reviewed—hope they inspire your next read!
This Motherless Land
By Nikki May
“In Liv’s and Funke’s lives, we see the impact that family and cultural dynamics have on the direction their lives take. Although the book started out slowly, it became more engrossing as I read on. Although I would not consider it a ‘classic’ it was a very good read.”
Valley So Low: One Lawyer’s Fight for Justice in the Wake of America’s Great Coal Catastrophe
By Jared Sullivan
“This is a true story of a coal disaster which occurred in 2008. Despite the fact that this was a terrible tragedy, I enjoyed the book. The author brings the reader not only through the legal aspects of the case, but also portrays the human toll this disaster took.“
How Economics Explains the World: A Short History of Humanity
By Andrew Leigh
“I originally read this for an economics book club and didn’t know what to expect since I didn’t select the book. It was very interesting and connected econ to current events in the world.“
The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of History, from the Founding to the Civil Rights Movement
By Sharon McMahon
“I loved this book. I originally read it because I’m an Inez Milholland (American suffragist and lawyer) fangirl but learned about so many other great Americans, including my new favorite – Katharine Lee Bates (American author and poet).”
Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space
By Adam Higginbotham
“A well written book about a world tragedy. I liked how it was researched and written.“
The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About
By Mel Robbins
“Loved this book and philosophy. I need to embrace this more in my life!!“
The Women
By Kristin Hannah
“Loved this book! Lived up to the hype. So glad my friend suggested it, as it ties into women’s history which I love.“
Reagan: His Life and Legend
By Max Boot
“The first president that I remember…well written and researched. I liked how it brought his life to the pages of the book, for all to learn about.“
The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir
By Kelly Bishop
“Loved this book!! As a huge Gilmore Girls fan I loved hearing anecdotes. I was sad when I finished the book – I wanted more!“
How to Let Things Go: 99 Tips from a Zen Buddhist Monk to Relinquish Control and Free Yourself Up for What Matters
By Shunmyo Masuno
“I loved this book and am considering buying some copies for myself, friends and family. Will definitely recommend to others: short, concise, words of wisdom and guidance. After finishing you can apply the book to specific topics.“
