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Powell's Staff: Five Book Friday: In Memoriam (0 comment)

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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Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
	Theresa Butler, January 12, 2013 This is easily my favorite book of 2012. I'm looking forward to reading it again. It was magical and lovely, without being totally unbelievable (in my mind it's totally possible and I'm looking for the Night Circus). A beautiful love story and a beautifully imagined world.
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Collector Of Hearts New Tales Of The Grotesque by Joyce Carol Oates
	Theresa Butler, August 09, 2012 These stories made me weep and made me smile...but mostly made me feel. Joyce Carol Oates is a master of manipulating your emotions and conveying sentiment with words.
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Marriage Plot by Jeffrey Eugenides
	Theresa Butler, May 16, 2012 I wasn't sure how I'd like this book - the description read like a chick flick, and I don't like chick flicks. However, while it is chick flick-y, it reads very well and in no way has a predictable ending. I'm really glad I read it..
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Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
	Theresa Butler, January 01, 2012 Hands down this was my favorite read this year. I liked it so much I got it for a friend - I couldn't loan it because I'm going to reread it soon. The story really comes alive in your mind. If this was fabric, it would be the finest velvet, dark yet soft. I do hope they don't make a movie of it - I like the visions in my head of this most unusual circus.
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In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez
	Theresa Butler, September 17, 2011 This book made me laugh and cry. Julia Alvaraz does a fabulous job painting a picture of a strong family, with the core being the sisters, in a time of turmoil. The portrayal of how they live their life and how they stand up for their beliefs really brings home what people can do when they are passionate about something. She also keeps it from being strictly political, showcasing their life and loves. This is one that will stay on my bookshelf for re-reading.
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Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender
	Theresa Butler, January 04, 2011 This book takes the cake (pun intended) as the best of what I read in 2010. It was such a unique premise with grounded yet otherworldly writing to deliver it to the reader. The style is reminiscent of Harumi Murasaki. It was a quick and enjoyable read, and I will definitely read it again.
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Day of Empire: How Hyperpowers Rise to Global dominance--and Why They Fall by Amy Chua
	Theresa Butler, December 22, 2008 I was lucky enough to see Amy Chua speak this fall at IdeaFestival in Louisville. She was a fascinating speaker and is an even better author. This book details the rise and fall of critical empires throughout the ages and shows what the US can learn from them. You don't have to be 'in' to politics to enjoy this book.
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