Tag Archives: motherhood

Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell – a Book Review

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

The world has long thought it knows William Shakespeare. His is, perhaps, the most recognizable name in history. But what do we really know about the man? We know so many of his words, the depth of his intellect, and … Continue reading →

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The Garden by Clare Beams – a Book Review

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

It’s 1948, and Irene Willard finds herself left at the doors of an old mansion-turned hospital. All women at this hospital, like her, have only ever experienced the heartbreak of lost pregnancy and are desperate to deliver to their husbands … Continue reading →

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The Push by Ashley Audrain – a Book Review

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

I thought about posting merely a series of GIFs exhibiting various emotions as representative of my thoughts on this book. I guess I’ll give you a little bit more than that. But, for the record, my search for said GIFs … Continue reading →

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