With the weather starting to cool down, cozy sweaters, a place to curl and a hot cup of tea is a must. Throw in a book and you won’t move for hours. If you’re looking for your next great read, here are some top recommendations.
Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware
The story follows a travel journalist, “Lo Blacklock,” who has just been given once in a lifetime opportunity to stay a week on a luxury cruise sailing around the Norwegian fjords. Before boarding, trouble arises, with a burglar who broke into her house in middle of the night. Suffering from a bit of PTSD from the incident, she hopes to find some peace on cruise. However, her first night was far from it, as things goes terribly wrong when she thinks she heard a scream accompanied by a splash in the cabin next door. Rushing to her cabin deck, she thinks she sees a body sinking in the dark night water. Panicked and traumatized, Lo starts questioning the passengers on the ship, but doesn’t know who to trust. This is a great read for thriller fans and for anyone who wants to be at the edge of their seat.
Subtle Art of Not Giving a F by Mark Manson
At first glance, “Subtle Art of Not Giving a F” might seem like a typical self help book. Covering deep insights on making the most out of one’s life and quirky anecdotes, the purpose of this book is to help readers think clearly about what they’re choosing to find important/unimportant in life and finding that balance. However, it’s not a book about giving zero f***s, “only psychopaths and liars don’t care about anything” as the author puts it, but more so about figuring out what is deserved of our attention. Although the advice presented is not exactly ground-breaking, the book is delivered in humorous and relatable way. If you need a reminder or two of how to focus on the important things in life, this is the book for you.
The House of God by Samuel Shem
Published in 1978, “The House of God” is a satirical novel by Samuel Shem that follows a group of medical interns at hospital (the House of God) dealing with issues in the healthcare system. Based on the author’s personal experience as an intern at Boston’s Beth Israel Hospital, the book details the considerable amount of unpleasant work the interns must perform, the harsh working conditions, lack of sleep and social interactions with friends and family that comes with the demand of the job.
