2 min readEvery time I spotted an Ali Hazelwood book in the library or bookstore, I’d think, “Not for me.” I assumed her books were for twenty-somethings. But recently, during one of our library visits—while my daughters were browsing—I picked up Love on the Brain along with my coffee. By the time my girls were ready to check out, I was already on chapter three. I couldn’t believe I’d waited this long…

2 min readI spent my weekend reading The Coworker. This weekend called for a thriller, and when I spotted this one by Freida McFadden, I couldn’t resist—especially after reading The Housemaid series! Did I enjoy it? For the most part, yes. Was it fast-paced? Absolutely. But here’s where it gets tricky. I read it cover to cover, yet something about it felt different. What worked? What didn’t? Here’s my review. The Plot:…

3 min readFor the past few days, I’ve been savoring a nugget with my chai—though not the chili cheese variety you might expect. I’m talking about Nuggets from Lived Experiences by Rajen Garabadu. Here’s my review. For those of you who follow me at Kurlygirlreads, it’s no secret that I love fiction. In our busy routines, there’s something comforting about being transported into a completely different world. The only nonfiction book I…

3 min readMountains, snow, serenity—that’s the kind of setting Temple Tales by Sudha G. Tilak called for! So last weekend, I visited the Somaskanda Ashram, a beautiful place nestled in the Swiss Alps. Surrounded by snow, the Ashram’s peaceful atmosphere offered the perfect backdrop. The black Nandi statue, massive and imposing, stood with an aura of quiet strength. As I stood there, taking in the scene, the silence felt sacred. Snowflakes fell…

3 min readFrieda McFadden’s The Housemaid series is an exhilarating psychological thriller that will keep you glued to the pages from start to finish. This was my first read by the author, but I was so intrigued by the plot that I immediately wanted to read the entire series—and I did! The story follows Millie, a woman with a dark past. Her employers may not know everything about her, but they soon…

2 min readThere’s something magical about combining two of my favorite things: a serene walk in the Swiss Alps and a heartfelt book to ponder along the way. Join me on a walking review through the enchanting village of Bergün, surrounded by its charming Engadine houses, the majestic Alps and the serene beauty of its snow-covered winter landscape. It was truly a winter wonderland. You can see my stroll in Bergün and…

3 min readAfter a long time, I picked up a Hindi paperback to read. All the previous books I’ve read by Divya Prakash Dubey were on my Kindle. During my trip to India this year, I treated myself to a copy of this book. Yaar Papa is a story meant to be savored slowly, and that’s exactly what I did this week. And when the opening chapters include the famous lines from…

3 min readRemember that iconic scene in Ratatouille where Anton Ego, the formidable food critic, takes a bite of the ratatouille? In an instant, he’s transported back to his childhood, sitting at his mother’s kitchen table, basking in the warmth of her lovingly prepared meal. Or the touching moments in Paddington 2—first, when Knuckles, the gruff prison chef, tastes Paddington’s marmalade sandwich and his tough exterior melts as he’s reminded of the…

2 min readThis autumn, I curled up with Tales from the Café, a comforting sequel to Before the Coffee Gets Cold, and it couldn’t have been more perfect for the season. Just like the first book, this story isn’t loud or dramatic but cozy like a warm cup of coffee on a crisp fall day. Returning to the Magical Café In Tales from the Café, Kawaguchi once again welcomes us into the…

2 min readSome books have a way of wrapping you up in a warm hug, and Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi is one of those reads. It’s a simple yet moving story about love, loss, and lingering memories. Imagine a quiet, hidden café in Tokyo where time seems to pause, and you’re offered the chance to step back in time, just for a few precious moments. This Japanese translated…