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Every year, the booksellers at Powell’s submit their Top Fives: their five favorite books that were released in 2023. It’s a list that, when put together, shows just how varied and interesting the book tastes of Powell’s booksellers are. I highly recommend digging into the recommendations — we would never lead you astray — but today...
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On Beauty
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Zadie Smith
LaurieLee
, November 16, 2013
'On Beauty', Zadie Smith's 21st Century version of 'Howards End', is a deep & rewarding novel of the differences & attractions between 2 families, one African-American, the other British-Trinidadian, of warring art experts and the complicated relations that grow between their children & wives. More than an homage to the original masterpiece on British families of differing social classes, threads from the E. M. Forster classic like the ramifications of British Imperialism & the question of who will inherit what's truly important are woven into a modern story full of bright colors which range across the black experience, the true value of art & the limitations of the American dream.
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The Book Thief
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Markus Zusak
LaurieLee
, November 16, 2013
"The Book Thief" is a great book & an even better story that's heartbreaking without being depressing & full of hope yet told from Death's perspective. Narrated by Death, it's the story of a girl who can't read but steals a book & a man who can't help being kind even when he knows it'll hurt everyone he loves. Death is a natural fit as narrator for the story of ordinary people during the everyday horror of Nazi Germany but Death's reassuring & surprisingly charming voice makes this book memorable beyond the ordinary.
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Chronicles of Prydain 03 Castle Of Llyr
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Lloyd Alexander
LaurieLee
, August 28, 2012
The entire Prydain series is great choice for kids who'd love an exciting fantasy adventure that's much shorter than a Harry Potter book and "The Castle of Llyr" is especially fun since the girl gets to be the hero this time. Full of magic & peril with snappy banter and a fast pace, this was a childhood favorite of mine. More exciting than Narnia, it was Lloyd Alexander books that eventually led me to Tolkien as a kid & I can't think of a better series to make young fans of magical adventure into life-long readers.
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Chronicles of Prydain 02 Black Cauldron
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Lloyd Alexander
LaurieLee
, August 28, 2012
The entire Prydain series is great choice for kids who'd love an exciting fantasy adventure that's not nearly as long as a Harry Potter book. 'The Black Cauldron' can stand on it's own as a classic hero's journey that reads like a non-stomp romp with deeper themes than most "adult" fantasy fiction. More exciting than Narnia, it was Lloyd Alexander books that eventually led me to Tolkien as a kid & I can't think of a better series to make young fans of magical adventure into life-long readers.
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Sex on the Moon The Amazing Story Behind the Most Audacious Heist in History
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Ben Mezrich
LaurieLee
, October 20, 2011
I love it when a non-fiction book is more entertaining and unbelievable than a novel! This is a great read and so much fun!
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Special Diets for Special Kids, Volumes 1 and 2 Combined: Over 200 Revised and New Gluten-Free Casein-Free Recipes, Plus Research on the Positive Effe
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Lisa Lewis
LaurieLee
, September 12, 2011
More than just a gluten & dairy free cookbook, this book is full of information on food additives & allergies and was a huge help to my family when we were first attempting to go gluten free. This is the one book you'll need if you're struggling with not only how to change your child's diet but how to do it safely & accurately!
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Ronin
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Frank Miller
LaurieLee
, August 10, 2011
A classic in every sense, this may be the last great graphic novel to be made into a movie but it's been influencing films for decades. The characters, artwork & entire plot have been stolen & reworked by others but have never come close to capturing the original vision. Do yourself a favor; experience the original & let Frank MIller show you what a graphic novel can do.
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Murder of the Century The Gilded Age Crime That Scandalized a City & Sparked the Tabloid Wars
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Paul Collins
LaurieLee
, August 10, 2011
Who knew a grisly true-life murder mystery would be so entertaining!?! As you might expect from a Portland State University professor, author Paul Collins' research is extensive & detailed but it's his surprisingly fun way with words & vivid descriptions of 1897 New York that draw you in. Practically a history of how tabloid journalism began, this book couldn't be more timely, especially regarding ethically challenged newspaper owners starting a media frenzy. Fast paced & often hilarious, appealing to both mystery & history fans, yet again, Paul Collins has shown fact is stranger than fiction!
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