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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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Night Circus
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Erin Morgenstern
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, January 24, 2012
Despite being a grown-up now, I often find myself in search of reading material that still has a hint of the magic and whimsy possessed by books I adored as a child (see "Dahl, Roald," "The Princess Bride," "The Chronicles of Narnia," etc.). It's been quite a challenge in this post-Harry Potter era, but every once in a while I come across something enchanting. And that is really the only way I can describe "The Night Circus." Morgenstern completely delivers on her first novel as she tells the story of two young conjurors forced into competition by their feuding teachers. In the process, they create a world that delights all visitors of the Circus of Dreams- and you, the reader. Enjoy!
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Time Travelers Wife
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Audrey Niffenegger
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, January 13, 2010
Trying to accurately describe this novel by Audrey Niffenegger is very difficult to do without losing some of it in translation. While attempting to explain to a friend of mine what makes it so enjoyable, I found myself saying things like, "it's a really nice love story about a couple who overcomes unique odds...but I wouldn't consider it a romance novel," or "it's neat how they explain this man's condition of uncontrollable time travel as a genetic disorder...I read it after I took genetics in college and [furrowed brow]...don't worry, it's not a science book." The truth is, there is an element of everything that makes a great story, at least in my humble opinion. Yes, there is a tragic love story, yes, there is some biology in it, yes, it's got an element of fantasy/science fiction, yes, there are some amusing pop culture references, yes, it makes you reflect on fate and on your own relationships, but ultimately the reason I think "The Time Traveler's Wife" is so successful is because it is so unique. You can't put it in a box and a say, "it's an x kind of story." Henry is a wonderful addition to the world of fiction and despite his implausible circumstances, he feels about as real as any fictional character can. The best way to explain what makes this book so wonderful is to give someone a copy.
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