Fall Reading List

​I've read some *amazing* books lately. I mean, really top-notch. So, as we head into cooler weather and the days of curling up by the fire to read (sounds lovely, doesn't it?), I figured I'd share some of those books with you. 

This season's reading list is a bit different: I've listed a few that I've already read (since they were so good that I want to shout them from the rooftops!) and a few that I plan to read in the next couple of months...

Here's your list!

• The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh: Okay, I have to admit that this book was on one of my reading lists a few years ago, but I never read it. Then, I saw that the author had a new book come out recently (one that has gotten great reviews--see below), and it triggered my memory! So I finally read this one and wow, I'm glad I did; I could hardly put it down! It's heartbreaking and beautiful and hopeful all at the same time. A must-read if you love good fiction. 
  
  
• We Never Asked for Wings by Vanessa Diffenbaugh: As already mentioned, this is Vanessa Diffenbaugh's newest book (just came out), and like The Secret Language of Flowers, it's incredible. Both of Diffenbaugh's books explore mother-child relationships--and specifically the lives of mothers who have had rough lives and are trying to figure things out--but they do so in very different ways. Can't say enough about how much I enjoyed this one!
  
  
• Trail of Broken Wings by Sejal Badani: It's a total coincidence that two of my recently read books both have the word "wings" in the title, but weirdly enough, they do. This one is also about family dynamics and relationships, but focuses on three grown daughters from an Indian American family who are dealing with some intense issues from their past + upbringing. It's a sad, hard read, but its beautifully-written and does end on a hopeful note. 
  
  
• Rising Strong by Brene Brown: I don't think I need to say much about this one except that it's Brene Brown's new book and I love everything that she does. I haven't read this one, but plan to ASAP!
  
  
• A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age by Matt Richtel: This book was recommended to me by frequent Starr Struck Radio guest Brian, and he said it's incredible. From what I've read, it explores the impact of technology on our lives through a page-turning story (or mystery). Can't wait to read it!
  
  
• Why Not Me? by Mindy Kaling: The fabulous Mind Kaling's new book, obviously. I love her, so definitely want to read this. Also, this book coming out reminded me that I never read her first book, so that's on my list again, too. 

Oh, and I should note that I recently finished one of the books that was on my Summer [Fiction] Reading List, The Life and Death of Sophie Stark, and I loved it! It's really interesting and very well-written. Highly recommend.

What have you been reading lately? What's on your fall list?

Have fun diving into these books! I know I plan to ;)