I decided to start off the year with Sweetbitter. I remember reading rave reviews for it a couple years ago, and then I'm pretty sure it got turned into a series on Starz or Showtime. So the reviews must've been true. For anyone who has worked in a restaurant, this book is pretty relatable. And, … Continue reading Sweetbitters and Cocaine
“The Buddha Walks Into a Bar” and orders a Kombucha Mule
Self help books tend to get a bad reputation. People believe they are for divorcees or the depressed or people who don’t have social skills. But I think we all need a little help getting along in life. The Buddha Walks Into a Bar is an excellent choice for those who wish to figure out how … Continue reading “The Buddha Walks Into a Bar” and orders a Kombucha Mule
“Fates & Furies” with a Poor Man’s cocktail
Fates & Furies is a chaotic and disturbing love story. There’s so much in the past of Lotto and Mathilde that drive their characters. Because of their traumas they go on dark journeys to discover themselves. The Fates: While I’m not familiar with greek mythology and theater, I am familiar with artists who are very self … Continue reading “Fates & Furies” with a Poor Man’s cocktail
“Razor Girl” & Florida’s State Drink
Razor Girl was my first introduction to Carl Hiassen. The bright yellow cover with a pinup girl riding a straight edge razor definitely caught my eye when I was browsing the shelves for a new read. I checked a review from NPR and bought it. We all have our ideas of what Hiassen calls "Weird … Continue reading “Razor Girl” & Florida’s State Drink
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