I’m reading Talking at Night right now, and I would classify it as a quiet book! It feels like a Sally Rooney book, but I’m rooting for the characters more 😂
I've been meaning to read Dept of Speculation! Have you read Weather? It's also a quick one - quiet and tender but also really funny and tinged with heartache!
I felt the same way about Tom Lake. I also loved Foster. I put Dept of Speculation on my list as I love short books- they make me feel so accomplished. I have Gilead somewhere- it is the fav book of my forever friend but when I tried it long ago, it wasn’t the right time for me. I should really reread the remains of the day because it is a book I think I read and thought was amazing but can’t remember a single thing. I’m reading Tears of a Giraffe right now which is part of the number one ladies detective series and I’m pleasantly surprised at how delightful it is- it feels quiet in some ways for a mystery book and I love the way he creates character’s and describes the setting.
I too want to revisit The Remains of the Day. I think you’d really like Gilead, or at least appreciate the writing. I’m glad you’re reading something you’re enjoying!
I love a quiet book when I’m in the right mood. Have you ever read Ethan Joella? I’d recommend his books if you’re looking for a quiet story. Tom Lake was a favorite of mine from 2023 and bonus that I spend summers in Northern Michigan.
Yay! Sam is underrated, I think.
I wish I could escape everything for a month, and read all of these quiet books.
I probably need 3 months because I’m a slow reader.😂
Thank you friend!😍
You’re welcome! We need another trip to Barnes and Noble during summer break.
I loved The remains of the day when I read it as a teenager, such a quiet, relaxing and beautiful book!
Yes! Those are good words to describe it.
Also so heart-breaking!
I’m reading Talking at Night right now, and I would classify it as a quiet book! It feels like a Sally Rooney book, but I’m rooting for the characters more 😂
I just looked up Talking at Night, and it sounds great. That cover is gorgeous, too.
I love quiet books too! Thanks for this list. I think it's high time I check out Stoner!
Yes!!! I hope you love it.
Sounds right up my alley!
I recently read The Door-to-Door Bookstore and I thought it was a quiet read!
I don’t know that one! I’ll have to look into it.
I've been meaning to read Dept of Speculation! Have you read Weather? It's also a quick one - quiet and tender but also really funny and tinged with heartache!
I haven’t read that one yet. It’s been lingering on my TBR for a while.
Sooooo appreciate this! Remains of the Day, just wonderful.
I’m glad you liked the list!
May I ask you to consider Bill Clegg’s Did You Ever Have a Family for this list?
Absolutely! I love getting book recommendations.
I felt the same way about Tom Lake. I also loved Foster. I put Dept of Speculation on my list as I love short books- they make me feel so accomplished. I have Gilead somewhere- it is the fav book of my forever friend but when I tried it long ago, it wasn’t the right time for me. I should really reread the remains of the day because it is a book I think I read and thought was amazing but can’t remember a single thing. I’m reading Tears of a Giraffe right now which is part of the number one ladies detective series and I’m pleasantly surprised at how delightful it is- it feels quiet in some ways for a mystery book and I love the way he creates character’s and describes the setting.
I too want to revisit The Remains of the Day. I think you’d really like Gilead, or at least appreciate the writing. I’m glad you’re reading something you’re enjoying!
Foster! Gilead!
I love a quiet book when I’m in the right mood. Have you ever read Ethan Joella? I’d recommend his books if you’re looking for a quiet story. Tom Lake was a favorite of mine from 2023 and bonus that I spend summers in Northern Michigan.
I’m unfamiliar with that author. I’ll have to look him up. Thanks for the recommendation!