Mrs. Shim Is a Killer: A Novel
By Kang Jiyoung; translated by Paige Morris
Rumors of a middle-aged female assassin roil Seoul’s underworld.
A recap of the books we’ve spotlighted in the past few days.
Midnight in Europe: A Novel
By Alan Furst
A lawyer turns arms dealer for the Spanish Republic as fascism gains power in 1930s Europe.
Lay It on My Heart: A Novel
By Angela Pneuman
A teenage girl navigates the uncertainty of adolescence while trying to make sense of her family and her faith.
An Interview with Niall Williams
By Mandy Huckins
Like snuggling in a comfy chair with a good book and a cup of tea, Niall Williams’ History of the Rain is a delicious treat for readers.
The Late Starters Orchestra
By Ari L. Goldman
The author recounts his late-in-life journey to become a cellist and, in the process, reminds us to never stop learning.
What do literary types have queued up on their nightstands and ready to read before lights-out? We asked a couple of them, and here’s what they said.
The From-Aways: A Novel
By CJ Hauser
Two women meet in a small town, both seeking answers to questions that surprise and hurt them.
It’s hard to believe, but 2014 is halfway over. Below, some of the Independent’s staffers share the best books they’ve read so far this year. Here’s hoping the next six months offer just as many amazing titles!
