Book Review
Mondays
Journalist and book reviewer Suzanne Perez reviews the latest books and such for KMUW on air and right here. Discover new reviews on alternate Mondays.
Latest Episodes
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As with "The Glass Castle" or "Educated," Brittany Means' new memoir, "Hell If We Don't Change Our Ways," shows a young woman overcoming horrific experiences and sharing with others so they feel less alone.
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Vauhini Vara's new short story collection, "This Is Salvaged," is united by a singular question: In a world defined by estrangement, where do we find communion?
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says author Jacqueline Woodson's writing prowess is evident again in "Remember Us," which offers a realistic and poignant look at the struggles of adolescence.
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "The Vulnerables," a pandemic novel by Sigrid Nunez, reads like a memoir, as the narrator describes the bizarre period through a series of everyday interactions and observations.
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "One Woman Show" is a tiny, powerful novel that you can read in one sitting. But its original structure — told through museum wall labels — makes it a masterwork.
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says children's books can reignite your imagination, help you recall the magic of childhood, or give you a new perspective on the world — yes, even as an adult.
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says the newest Grady Hendrix novel, "How to Sell a Haunted House," is perfect for this creepy reading season.
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C. Pam Zhang’s writing is visceral, full of blood and muscle, especially when describing the lavish buffets served to the privileged few
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "Simon Sort of Says," a middle-grade novel by Canadian author Erin Bow, tackles a tough subject with humor.
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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Nathan Hill's newest novel explores our never-ending pursuit for self-improvement — and harkens to his days in Kansas.