Minor Dramas & Other Catastrophes by Kathleen West
West really nails the high school scene. The characters feel like real people, and you can’t help but become invested in their lives. This debut novel is not just entertaining, it’s also thought-provoking and touches on important issues with humor and heart. By the end, you’ll find yourself still thinking about the story and its messages. If you want a book that’s both smart and relatable, this is it.
Everyone on This Train is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson
If you are looking for the ultimate whodunit, look no further than this mind-boggling, twisty and quite witty read. Stevenson masterfully pulls together a fantastic ensemble of back-stabbing characters who keep the reader guessing until all questions are skillfully tied up in the end. All the clues to solve the mystery are laid out in the book, but the end is still guaranteed to leave the readers shaking their heads in awe and disbelief at how they could have missed it.
Amy Sundet and Katie Timcho are local book reviewers. They can be found @overbookedmoms on Instagram.
