December 15th 2024.
As an editor, I have the privilege of being a part of a book club in Denver filled with smart and well-read women. Their opinions carry a lot of weight and often influence the books that end up on our bedside tables. So, we decided to ask them, as well as all our readers at the Denver Post, to share their mini-reviews with us. If you have any to offer, please don't hesitate to email us at
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One book that stood out to us was "The New Breadline: Hunger and Hope in the Twenty-First Century" by Jean-Martin Bauer. As a World Food Programme officer, Bauer draws upon his experiences to write case studies about food insecurity and hunger in various parts of the world such as Haiti, Syria, and different regions in Africa. In his book, he delves into the root causes of hunger, which are often unique to each society. From global price rises to political instability, there is no one solution to this pressing issue. While the challenges may seem insurmountable, Bauer offers a glimmer of hope through new technologies and innovative approaches to providing aid. However, in the face of catastrophic disasters, it can feel like these efforts are just a drop in the bucket. Kathleen Lance from Denver gave this book 2 1/2 stars.
Another book that caught our attention was "Three-Inch Teeth" by C.J. Box. Set in Wyoming, this novel follows the story of a young man who is attacked and killed by a rogue grizzly bear while fishing. At the same time, a man named Dallas Cates is released from prison and seeks revenge on those who put him away. Joe Pickett, a local game warden, and his friend Nate Romanowski find themselves on Cates' hit list. As they try to survive the wrath of both Cates and the grizzly bear, Joe realizes he is fighting two different kinds of beasts. C.J. Box is a master at weaving stories set in the rugged landscape of Wyoming, and this book is no exception.
Craig Johnson, another award-winning author from Wyoming, also wrote a book centered around bears. His book, "Tooth and Claw," takes place in the Arctic Circle, where polar bears actively stalk humans because they have no fear of them. The story follows young Walt Longmire, who is working security for an oil company on the North Slope. When a team member is killed by a polar bear, they seek refuge in an abandoned ghost ship, only to discover they have invaded the home of another polar bear. As if that wasn't enough to deal with, some members of the research team have their own agenda, making things even more dangerous for Walt. Charlie Brown from Denver gave both "Three-Inch Teeth" and "Tooth and Claw" 4 stars each, and we can see why.
Last but certainly not least, we have "The Trees" by Percival Everett. Set in modern-day Money, Mississippi, where the infamous Emmett Till was lynched in 1955, this novel follows Black agents from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigations as they try to solve gruesome murders committed by dead men. Yes, you read that right. Everett's writing is nothing short of magical as he weaves a story filled with surprising humor and intense action. You can't help but feel delighted when the bad guys get what's coming to them, and satisfied when beloved characters get their revenge. Neva Gronert from Parker gave this genre-bending novel 3 1/2 stars, but the book left us with an even bigger impression.
In a world where books can transport us to different places and time periods, these books stood out to us with their unique and captivating stories. We hope you'll give them a chance and share your thoughts with us. Happy reading!
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