Books

Favorite Books of 2020

Find a book for the holidays for someone else or even yourself!

(Links take you to my full review.)

Fiction

The Silent Patient – A murder mystery that excites to the last page. An impassioned read for those who love psychological thrillers.

Kids

The Odyssey – A graphic novel on the classic Homeric text. Exposes kids to a classic plot while enhancing their imaginations through pictures.

Biography

His Truth is Marching On – A biography of the late Congressman John Lewis. Let Lewis’ determination and strength inspire you in your own daily battles.

Historical Fiction

My Dear Hamilton – The imagined story of Eliza and Alexander Hamilton. Put the spotlight on one of America’s founding mothers while growing from the authors’ deep understanding of human nature.

Computers

Coders at Work – Fifteen interviews of accomplished computer programmers. Great gift for the techies in your life.

Healthcare

A Change of Heart – The story of how the Framingham study changed cardiology. Inspire healthcare workers to change the world, as this study did and is still doing, through the power of steady data collection, of all things.

Memoir

An Unquiet Mind – A memoir of bipolar disorder and career accomplishment. Better understand the silent multitude who suffer from mental illness.

Religion

Christianity and Culture – A classic exposition on the idea of a “Christian society.” TS Eliot is a well-read genius who thrived on both sides of the Atlantic, so let his beautiful mind teach you about religion and yourself.

Philosophy

Lysis – History’s first examination on what friendship means. This lesser-known dialogue of Plato explores conviviality while never coming to a concise definition, much like in true friendship.