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Author Archives: Andrea Larson

Andrea’s Pick of the Week: The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff

The Bandit Queens is clever and well-paced, with all kinds of unexpected elements. If you like funny, feisty heroines and stories of strong female friendships, give this book a try. 

February 28, 2023 in Read - Watch - Listen.

Andrea’s Pick of the Week: The Book of Everlasting Things by Aanchal Malhotra

While it makes a strong statement about colonialism, religious divisions, and the cruelty of the artificial barriers society creates, at its heart this is a story about love—the steadfast, unselfish kind of love that can withstand time and separation. This is a spellbinding book to savor.

January 24, 2023 in Read - Watch - Listen.

Andrea’s Pick of the Week: The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton

Profound and prophetic, this is a story about the human effects of climate change that stays with you long after you finish reading. 

January 3, 2023 in Read - Watch - Listen.

Andrea’s Pick of the Week: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

With its rich descriptions of western Virginia, characters you will grow to love or hate, and a propulsive plot, Demon Copperhead is one of the best books I’ve read this year.

November 15, 2022 in Read - Watch - Listen.

Andrea’s Pick of the Week: The Whalebone Theatre by Joanna Quinn

At its heart, this is a book about family ties and the unconditional love between siblings.

October 11, 2022 in Read - Watch - Listen.

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