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Goodreads asked Barbara Venkataraman:

What books are on your summer reading list this year?

Barbara Venkataraman My reading list right now consists of just two books as I'm an impulsive reader who never knows which book will catch her eye next.

The first book on my list is "Lab Girl", by Hope Jahren, described as: An illuminating debut memoir of a woman in science; a moving portrait of a longtime friendship; and a stunningly fresh look at plants that will forever change how you see the natural world. Not a lot to go on, but it's won so many accolades it must be amazing!

The second book is "A Gentleman in Moscow", chosen as the best book of the year by everybody who's anybody and described this way: a transporting novel about a man who is ordered to spend the rest of his life inside a luxury hotel. Check out this review excerpt: a luscious stage set, backdrop for a downright Casablanca-like drama.” –The San Francisco Chronicle.

You had me at Casablanca-like drama! Look for my reviews, coming soon to a Goodreads page near you. ;-)

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