books
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A Love Letter to Sally Rooney <3
I’m finally sitting down to write this omg. Last month I got to read Sally Rooney’s latest novel, Intermezzo, and was absolutely obsessed. It may very well be my favorite Rooney book – previously Normal People – for its incredible depiction of grief and relationships. While her writing style might take some getting used to,…
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Sula by Toni Morrison
One of my favorite books of all time. I’m rereading this for the second time and am again struck by Morrison’s immersive language and ability to absolutely transport the reader into Nel’s world. Producing the majority of her work in the 70s and 80s, Morrison didn’t start writing until middle age and has repeatedly reflected…
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A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle
A wonderful read. One of those books you want to go on and on and on. I was recommended this book by a recent friend who compared it to the movie, Under the Tuscan Sun, which is one of my favorites. She described the compilation of characters and, after stealing a few pages, I immediately…
Penelope Margot 