Starred Reviews for Martha Stewart, Cara Bastone, Chris Bohjalian, Samantha Sotto Yambao, and more!

By Kate McManus | November 6 2024 | Starred Reviews

With starred reviews from publications including Booklist and Library Journal — your patrons will want to read these much-anticipated books that reviewers are raving about.

Fiction

A Novel

“A stunning book by Bastone (Ready or Not), who delivers another slow-burn and emotional romance that doesn’t shy away from also exploring life’s hardest moments. Recommended for readers who also enjoy Abby Jimenez.” —Library Journal, starred review


A Novel

“This page-turner from bestselling Bohjalian (The Princess of Las Vegas) will not disappoint fans of American Civil War narratives. The vividly drawn characters and historical details make for a compelling read.” —Library Journal, starred review


A Novel

“Readers will be utterly drawn in to Yambao’s excellent, vivid novel, which is powered by its enchanting setting… This book is charming, fresh, and difficult to put down.” —Booklist, starred review


Nonfiction

The Elements of Great Baking

“Written in the same culinary vein as Shirley Corriher’s exemplary BakeWise, Lamb’s snappily written debut delivers on both the style and substance of baking with wit and warmth.” —Library Journal, starred review


100 Favorite Recipes, with Lessons and Stories from My Kitchen

“If cookbook authors were like famous musicians and published greatest-hits albums, this would be Martha Stewart’s. Great care has been taken to collect her personal favorite recipes to include in her 100th book, which is full of the wisdom and charm readers have come to treasure from the domestic icon.” —Library Journal, starred review


Edna Ferber, Her Best-selling Novel of Texas, and the Making of a Classic American Film

“Ferber enthusiasts will relish the scope and depth of this fine and captivating narrative.” —Library Journal, starred review


Raise Confident, Compassionate Kids by Becoming the Parent You Wish You'd Had

“This handy book is filled with many practical suggestions and psychological insights for parents to work through their own emotional hardships in order to best help their child through life’s challenges. It’s a critical tool and introspective for parents who want to to heal and grow from past experiences.” —Library Journal, starred review


Audiobooks

A Novel

“A haunting, layered story of community, empowerment, courage, and sisterhood, not to be missed.” —Library Journal, starred review