Review: Over My Dead Body: Unearthing the Hidden History of America’s Cemeteries by Greg Melville

This book takes you through eighteen different historical cemeteries and discusses how they shaped the funeral industry. It also discusses how the funeral industry has changed over time, including current changes that are happening, and what the future of death might include.  This was a very interesting look at the history of these cemeteries and … More Review: Over My Dead Body: Unearthing the Hidden History of America’s Cemeteries by Greg Melville

Review: All the Dead Shall Weep by Charlaine Harris

This book takes place shortly after the previous one. Felicia and Peter arrive in Texoma to get away from the city for a little bit after Felicia’s kidnapping. Instead of finding a happy couple though, they quickly realize things are not right between Lizbeth and Eli.  This book alternates between Felicia and Lizbeth’s POV as … More Review: All the Dead Shall Weep by Charlaine Harris

Review: In the Mouth of the Wolf: A Murder, a Cover-Up, and the True Cost of Silencing the Press by Katherine Corcoran

“A society without truth is a scary place to live.” When the murder/assassination of Regina Martinez happened I was only twelve and wasn’t watching/keeping up with the news. So everything about this case and investigation was new to me and I found it to be fascinating, and scary.  Regina Martinez was a journalist in Veracruz … More Review: In the Mouth of the Wolf: A Murder, a Cover-Up, and the True Cost of Silencing the Press by Katherine Corcoran

Review: How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them by Jason Stanley

“The most telling symptom of fascist politics is division. It aims to separate a population into an “us” and a “them.” This was a very informative book about what fascism is, how it works, and examples throughout history. I learned a lot from this book, especially in understanding how the United States got to this … More Review: How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them by Jason Stanley

Review: Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History by Bill Schutt

As soon as I saw this book I knew it was one I wanted to read. This was a fascinating look at cannibalism in humans, animals, and insects. While this seems like a book that would discuss cannibal serial killers, it doesn’t and the author explains early on why he doesn’t cover that topic. I … More Review: Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History by Bill Schutt

Review: Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End by Alua Arthur

“You are seen. You are heard. Your life matters. Your death will too.” Alua Arthur is a death doula and helps provide end of life support to her clients. This book takes us on a journey of her life and career, while teaching us the importance of thinking about your own death and what you … More Review: Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End by Alua Arthur

Review: Trail of the Lost: The Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail by Andrea Lankford

While I live in the Appalachian mountains and spend a lot of time wandering the woods, I have never considered spending months hiking the Appalachian Trail or the Pacific Crest Trail. I have always been conscious of the dangers of hiking/wandering the woods and usually am pretty prepared, but that is only for a few … More Review: Trail of the Lost: The Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail by Andrea Lankford