As May unfolds, we celebrate the love, complexities and resilience of mothers while also pausing to honor those who served our country. This month’s reading list offers something for both occasions.
For Mother’s Day, dive into compelling stories that explore motherhood in all its forms: heartwarming, challenging and even thrilling. Whether it’s the emotional depth of Hello Beautiful, the dystopian twists of The School for Good Mothers, or the unexpected mystery of Mother-Daughter Murder Night, these selections will keep you turning pages.
For Memorial Day, Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier offers a powerful tribute to service and sacrifice, providing a poignant reminder of the dedication of those who stand watch over history.
Whether you’re gifting a book or curling up with one yourself, these picks are perfect for the season.
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Mother’s Day
- Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
- The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan
- Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
- All Adults Here by Emma Straub
- Little Bee by Chris Cleave
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Memorial Day
- Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by Jeff Gottesfeld
