This book is poignant and powerful and horrifying. Does a masterful job of showing how difficult the climb out of American poverty is.

This book has been living on my TBR pile forever and it finally fell into my heads thanks to summer book bingo. I'm glad to have read it, but it was not at all what I expected- and did not really speak to me. Its religious themes were far more prominent (and confusing to me) than anticipated and as I said on IG- it certain gave me a glimpse into something- I'm just not sure what. Beloved by many, just not me.

I felt like the library gods were telling me something by having all my Lucy Knisley holds come in at once so I committed and I am glad I did. As someone who has a soft sot in her heart for diy and weddings, this book was entertaining and spoke to me. Going from single to bride sets an unusual stage and her art and cooking background make for a creative and at times overwhelming journey.

"Teach her to love books. The best way is by casual example. If she sees you reading, she will understand that reading is valuable." #mayweraisethem

This is a fun graphic food memoir! I haven't read a ton of graphic novels and I was hesitant to read this one by Lucy Knisley after finishing her first book French Milk, but the reviews on here convinced me! It was a fun peek into the life of a foodie kid now adult and it made me want to bake chocolate chip cookies for days. Her tale of her trip to Mexico made me laugh out loud- definitely warranting a "pick" in my book!

I am so glad Bianca Bosker brought us along on her adventure into the world of sommeliers. I will never order or taste wine the same again! I'm not sure how much appeal this book has for folks who don't have at least a basic interest in wine, but you certainly don't have to be a wine snob to appreciate Bosker's experiences. Whether visiting scientists in Europe or shadowing a somm in NYC, she gave us a new understanding of the bottle on the table.

"Winemaking has long fused art with science, even if that's not the story most drinkers are told."