One Great Book returns with Volume 2 on June 21st!
A whip-smart heroine witnesses a murder intended for her...An unexpected inheritance brings the opportunity for reinvention…A family gathers to untangle their truths…A man walks into a coffee shop, and a wind of change blows in the door behind him...
All those stories and more are on their way, from Anne Bogel host of What Should I Read Next?. Each week on One Great Book, Anne pulls a standout title from her personal bookshelves, and shares just enough of the enticing details to encourage you to pick up these older gems... and it all happens in 10 minutes or less.
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One Great Book Volume 2 Trailer

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A layered family drama featuring characters inspired by larger-than-life Greek and Roman gods and goddesses. This compulsively readable literary novel mixes in their classic stories of infidelity, mistakes, and consequences with real small town problems.
 
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Today marks the end of this volume of One Great Book. But don’t worry, there’s more great book talk and reading recommendations on our sister show What Should I Read Next. Every Tuesday we go beyond the bestseller list to help you find your next great read. Keep the great books coming by subscribing to What Should I Read Next wherever you are listening to this show.

Olympus Texas

A stunning anthology of wide-ranging and richly varied stories and with a thoughtful assortment of formats, gorgeous color photography, and coffee-table heft. 
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Readers, if you’re looking for a way to keep track of your Great Books, I have a new reading journal coming out in September, and it’s perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lists for inspiration, and reflecting on your reading life.
 
Right now you can preorder for yourself or a favorite reader our special My Reading Life gift box, that includes the new reading journal, a personalized library stamp, and other goodies. That ordering info is at modernmrsdarcy.com/journal

We Are Each Other's Harvest

An unexpected treasure of a book that's part thrilling puzzle, part character study, and 100% bonkers adventure story.




 
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Readers, every treasure hunter needs a good journal to jot down all of their insights and clues. Keeping a reading journal does the same thing to help you discover your rich reading life. 
I have a new reading journal coming out in September and it’s perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lists for inspiration, and reflecting on your reading life.
Right now if you preorder the journal you can get a sneak peek at some of those reading lists and a bookmark that doubles as a reading tracker that you can use to capture titles until your journal shows up. Order your copy of My Reading Life wherever you buy books and then head to modernmrsdarcy.com/journal to claim your bonuses.

Chasing the Thrill

This modern Gothic novel promises a strong sense of place, a slow-building character study, and a setting that’s a character in its own right.
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Readers, we’re exploring this summer’s great books together in the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, including The Whispering House. And we're thrilled Elizabeth Brooks will be joining us on August 24th for a live discussion of The Whispering House. Author events like these make for even more memorable and rich reading experiences.
The Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club is our online home for community, classes, and reading-centered conversation with people who love books as much as you do. Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/club to find out more and join us today.

The Whispering House

A conversational, story-driven guide that promises to educate and entertain, and will transform a dreaded household chore into an activity you might actually like.
 
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Readers, if you’re looking for a way to keep track of your Great Books, I have a new reading journal coming out in September, and it’s perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lists for inspiration, and reflecting on your reading life.
 
Right now if you preorder the journal you can get a sneak peek at some of those reading lists and a bookmark that doubles as a reading tracker that you can use to capture titles until your journal shows up. Order your copy of My Reading Life wherever you buy books and then head to modernmrsdarcy.com/journal to claim your bonuses.
This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg

One Great Book Volume 2 Trailer

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