One Great Book
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 614 ratingsEach week Anne Bogel, host of What Should I Read Next?, tells you about just one great book in ten minutes or less. To learn more visit: modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook
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Olympus Texas
August 20, 2021 10:30 - 10 minutes - 15 MBA layered family drama featuring characters inspired by larger-than-life Greek and Roman gods and goddesses. This compulsively readable literary novel mixes in their classic stories of infidelity, mistakes, and consequences with real small town problems. **** Today marks the end of this volume of One Great Book. But don’t worry, there’s more great book talk and reading recommendations on our sister show What Should I Read Next. Every Tuesday we go beyond the bestseller list to help you ...
We Are Each Other's Harvest
August 13, 2021 11:59 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBA stunning anthology of wide-ranging and richly varied stories and with a thoughtful assortment of formats, gorgeous color photography, and coffee-table heft. **** Readers, if you’re looking for a way to keep track of your Great Books, I have a new reading journal coming out in September, and it’s perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lists for inspiration, and reflecting on your reading life. Right now you can ...
Chasing the Thrill
August 06, 2021 10:30 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBAn unexpected treasure of a book that's part thrilling puzzle, part character study, and 100% bonkers adventure story. *** Readers, every treasure hunter needs a good journal to jot down all of their insights and clues. Keeping a reading journal does the same thing to help you discover your rich reading life. I have a new reading journal coming out in September and it’s perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lis...
The Whispering House
July 30, 2021 10:30 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBThis modern Gothic novel promises a strong sense of place, a slow-building character study, and a setting that’s a character in its own right. *** Readers, we’re exploring this summer’s great books together in the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, including The Whispering House. And we're thrilled Elizabeth Brooks will be joining us on August 24th for a live discussion of The Whispering House. Author events like these make for even more memorable and rich reading experiences. The Modern Mrs Dar...
Laundry Love
July 23, 2021 11:10 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBA conversational, story-driven guide that promises to educate and entertain, and will transform a dreaded household chore into an activity you might actually like. *** Readers, if you’re looking for a way to keep track of your Great Books, I have a new reading journal coming out in September, and it’s perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lists for inspiration, and reflecting on your reading life. Right now i...
The Other Black Girl
July 16, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBFull of twists, turns, and biting social commentary, this highly original (and highly discussable) debut novel set in the world of publishing will leave you with your jaw on the floor. *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg For more great books, check out our patreon community, where we share patron-only bonus episodes every Friday. Become a support...
Malibu Rising
July 09, 2021 10:31 - 11 minutes - 15.5 MBThis page-turning family saga has everything you could want in a beach read: surfers, rockstars, 80s pop culture, and a mansion going up in flames. With well-drawn characters and a strong sense of time and place it’s a perfect summer selection for fans of messy family stories and compulsively readable literary fiction. *** Readers, if you’re looking for a way to keep track of your Great Books, I have a new reading journal coming out in September, and it’s perfect for collecting your th...
Sparks Like Stars
July 02, 2021 10:30 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBA chance encounter prompts a renowned surgeon to reexamine the past she left behind in this sweeping historical novel. *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg Readers, we’re exploring this summer’s great books together in the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, our online home for community, classes, and reading-centered conversation with people who love boo...
One Last Stop
June 25, 2021 10:30 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBA delightful, feel-good queer romcom with a touch of magical whimsy and a cast of the bestest besties a girl could ever ask for. *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg Summer reading season is in full swing around here, and to help you get more out of the season while it lasts, we’re inviting you to join us for our Readers’ Weekend and spend a full...
Crying in H Mart
June 18, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MB“Ever since my mother died, I cry in H Mart.” So begins this poignant, heartfelt, and poetic memoir about grief, growing up, and making amends. *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg If you love great books you will love I'd Rather Be Reading, my essay collection on the reading life. It’s for all of us for whom reading isn’t just a hobby but a lif...
People We Meet on Vacation
June 11, 2021 10:30 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBLamenting all those lost pandemic vacations? Globetrot with Alex and Poppy in this modern twist on When Harry Met Sally. *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg For more great books, join our Patreon community. This summer I'm sharing some older great books that might be easier to get at your library without waiting on the hold list. We also have bo...
A new volume of One Great Book!
June 04, 2021 11:28 - 2 minutes - 3.5 MBOne Great Book returns with Volume V on June 11th! A bonkers real life adventure story... A ridiculously practical and surprisingly delightful how to… A dysfunctional family dealing with several generations' worth of secrets… A chance encounter on the subway changes everything... All those stories and more are on their way, from Anne Bogel, host of What Should I Read Next. Each week on One Great Book, Anne pulls one standout title from her personal bookshelves (and this year's Summer Readi...
The Snow Child
December 20, 2019 12:06 - 9 minutes - 20.9 MBAn atmospheric story about love, loss, and the wildness of nature. The Snow Child is perfect for cozy winter reading. *** Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 is the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books, beautifully packaged, straight to your door. A Page 1 subscription is the perfect way to finish any last minute holiday shopping because you can buy now and then print or email the gift certificate when the time is right for you. They’ll have something to open...
The Clothing of Books
December 13, 2019 11:45 - 10 minutes - 23.4 MBIf you love books about books, or if you enjoy nonfiction that changes the way you see the world—or, at the very least, the bookstore—the slim volume The Clothing of Books belongs on YOUR bookshelf. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings you beautiful hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. Since we’re talking about books as objects in this episode let me tell you the bundles at Page 1 include books you will want to display, an...
The War That Saved My Life
December 06, 2019 12:06 - 9 minutes - 22.9 MBFlipping the script on your typical wartime story The War That Saved My Life tells a tale of pain and hardship, but that pain comes from unexpected quarters—as does the love and redemption the characters ultimately find. This action-packed, emotionally resonant story is a hopeful book, and such a satisfying read. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox or to your friends and family’s ma...
Before We Visit the Goddess
November 29, 2019 12:17 - 9 minutes - 22.9 MBBefore We Visit the Goddess has the heft and sweep of a family saga in a compact 225 pages. It's full of unexpected joys, tragic misunderstandings, and deep disappointments, all unfolding in descriptive, dazzling prose. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. We all know book mail is the best mail, and as we turn our attention to gift giving now is the perfect time to delight everyone on ...
This Is Where You Belong
November 22, 2019 12:20 - 9 minutes - 22.7 MBThis Is Where You Belong unfolds like a conversation with a friend who’s telling you about the stress of her recent move in a way that’s not only fun to read, but also practical, actionable, and bound to make a difference in your everyday life. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. And if you're ready to select a bookish gift for your loved ones check out the Page 1 literary themed ...
Peace Like a River
November 15, 2019 12:24 - 9 minutes - 22.8 MBA gorgeous novel that wrestles with the magical and the miraculous, whose beautiful storytelling and memorable characters have compelled many readers to call Peace Like a River THE best book they’ve ever read. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. We all know book mail is the best mail, and as we turn our attention to gift giving now is the perfect time to delight everyone on your lis...
The Age of Miracles
October 18, 2019 11:38 - 10 minutes - 23.4 MBThe Age of Miracles is a little bit science fiction, a little bit coming-of-age, and it effectively probes ordinary life not in spite of its un-real backdrop but because of it. **** You all keep telling me that the best part of the One Great Book bonus episodes we share on Patreon is that since they are all books that haven’t been released you’re able to request them from the library or preorder before everyone else. Preordering is a huge help to authors because that early interest shows...
Everything I Never Told You
October 11, 2019 10:59 - 8 minutes - 20.4 MBI once watched a woman miss her bus stop because she was utterly absorbed in this literary thriller. It's that good. **** One of my favorite library hacks is requesting new titles BEFORE their release date. And that’s why One Great Book patrons get bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet–so you can get a jump on the holds list. But that’s just one of the fun perks of being a supporter on Patreon. We also share exclusive peeks behind the scenes, bonus con...
Wednesday Is Indigo Blue
October 04, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 21.7 MBWednesday Is Indigo Blue is a fascinating look into a little-explored aspect of the human mind, that may change the way you understand yourself and the people around you, that makes you marvel at the way our brains work, and may even make you question your understanding of reality as you know it. **** Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. If you are looking for a longer show to listen to on your commute or while you finish your to...
Our Souls at Night
September 27, 2019 10:59 - 9 minutes - 22.6 MBIn his final novel Our Souls at Night, Kent Haruf reflects on love, happiness, and the small moments that make up a life; its bittersweet story lingers long after the final page. **** Readers, great books stay with us long after we turn the last page. My book, I’d Rather Be Reading: The Delights and Dilemmas of the Reading Life, celebrates the staying power of such books, reading under the covers with a flashlight, organizing your bookshelves, and finding your book people. This perfectl...
The Likeness
September 20, 2019 11:08 - 8 minutes - 20.2 MBThe taut psychological thriller The Likeness has perfectly complicated characters, deeply human themes, and enough suspense to keep you glued to your couch for two days. **** One Great Book patrons get behind the scenes access and exclusive audio content including bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet. In our last volume one of our bonus episodes was for The Secrets We Kept and I heard from lot of readers how excited they were to get their library holds...
Never Let Me Go
September 13, 2019 10:32 - 8 minutes - 19.9 MBKazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go is a haunting, atmospheric novel about the power of memory, the relentless passage of time, and the human condition that packs a quiet but sure punch. Welcome to Volume III! As Fall creeps up on us, I'm featuring books that feel perfect for this time of year. Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about Never Let Me Go and all of the great books in the first two volumes. **** This week on What Should I Read Next, my long form literary matchmak...
The Shell Seekers
August 02, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.2 MBIf you like the sound of a multigenerational family saga full of interesting, well-developed, and flawed-but-likable characters, The Shell Seekers may be the next great (big) book you’re looking for. **** Now is a great time to become a supporter of the show on Patreon. This Tuesday we're doing our quarterly live-stream for Hardback level supporters. Get all of the details on this event at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext. This is the end of Volume II. Go to modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook...
A Share in Death
July 26, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 17.5 MBDeborah Crombie’s A Share in Death kicks off a long-running British mystery series with a strong sense of place and compelling characters whose personal lives matter every bit as much as their police work. **** One Great Book patrons get behind the scenes access, exclusive audio content including bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet, AND on August 6th we'll have our next quarterly live Q&A with Anne for Hardback patrons. So this is a perfect time to be...
Gift from the Sea
July 19, 2019 10:42 - 9 minutes - 17.4 MBTo me, there are two kinds of summer reads: fast-moving books that have me compulsively turning the pages, and more contemplative works that prompt me to slow down, both as a reader and as a person. Anne Morrow Lindbergh's Gift from the Sea sits firmly in the latter category. **** Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. For more great books become a supporter on patreon where we share behind the scenes info, live chats with me, and ...
Happiness for Beginners
July 12, 2019 11:07 - 9 minutes - 17.8 MBSome books manage to feel fun and breezy while still tackling serious topics. In Katherine Center’s novel Happiness for Beginners, she shows us how one woman bounces back from personal tragedy. **** Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. And for more great book recommendations check out our other show What Should I Read Next?, the literary matchmaking show where a guest tells me three books they love, one they don't and what they're re...
Kindred
July 05, 2019 11:00 - 10 minutes - 19.3 MBIf you’re looking for a breathtaking, breathless novel that brings history to life, consider this your invitation to read Octavia Butler’s Kindred now. Right now. **** Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 is the book subscription company that not only guarantees you'll love the book they send, but they even send you a new book if you already have the one they pick. One Great Book listen...
The Pelican Brief
June 28, 2019 11:01 - 10 minutes - 18.6 MBMy favorite John Grisham novel is a heck of a page-turner, a political thriller turned blockbuster action movie, and summer reading gold. **** One Great Book patrons get behind the scenes access, exclusive audio content including bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet, AND for a limited time (until July 3rd) new Hardback patrons also get a FREE audiobook of their choice. This is a perfect time to become a patron at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext. Le...
Love Walked In
June 21, 2019 11:00 - 8 minutes - 15.9 MBLet other pens dwell on guilt and misery. In her debut Love Walked In, Marisa de los Santos proves that happiness makes for terrific reading. **** Every time we release a new episode of One Great Book, we also release a bonus episode featuring a book that's not out yet—so you can be in the know and get a jump on your library holds list. These bonuses are available to all our patrons, but right now we've got a special deal for Hardback level supporters. Until July 3, new Hardback-ers als...
One Great Book Volume 2 Trailer
June 14, 2019 17:26 - 1 minute - 2.99 MBOne Great Book returns with Volume 2 on June 21st! A whip-smart heroine witnesses a murder intended for her... An unexpected inheritance brings the opportunity for reinvention… A family gathers to untangle their truths… A man walks into a coffee shop, and a wind of change blows in the door behind him... All those stories and more are on their way, from Anne Bogel host of What Should I Read Next?. Each week on One Great Book, Anne pulls a standout title from her personal bookshelves, and sh...
This Must Be the Place
May 10, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.2 MBThis novel checks all my boxes: wildly ambitious, emotionally resonant, lushly written and laden with symbolism. And most importantly—it works.
Sleeping Giants
May 03, 2019 11:00 - 7 minutes - 13.2 MBNot my genre, not my style, not the kind of book I’m interested in, or so I thought. But then I gave Sylvain Neuvel’s Sleeping Giants a try. And… WOW.
The Time in Between
April 26, 2019 11:00 - 8 minutes - 15.3 MB“A typewriter shattered my destiny.” So begins The Time in Between, Maria Dueñas’s sweeping historic tale of love, high fashion, and espionage.
Out of My Mind
April 19, 2019 10:57 - 9 minutes - 16.7 MBDon’t miss out on a good read just because it happens to be in the “wrong” section of the bookstore or the library. Sharon Draper’s Out of My Mind is for every reader who enjoys a (feel-good) story, well told.
Rules of Civility
April 12, 2019 11:22 - 9 minutes - 17.9 MBA Gentleman in Moscow gets all the attention, but it’s Amor Towles’s first book Rules of Civility that I keep coming back to.
Purple Hibiscus
April 05, 2019 12:00 - 8 minutes - 16.4 MBThe debut novel from Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, one of today's greatest living writers, doesn't just display the seeds of greatness. It's already great—even though it was published when she was just twenty-six years old.
Ex Libris
March 29, 2019 11:21 - 8 minutes - 16 MBA book about books, for book lovers–and one that holds a special place in my heart and on my shelves. **** Learn more this and all of the great books at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. You can also sign up for our newsletter there to keep up with all of the bookish happenings. One Great Book patrons get exclusive bonus episodes as well as behind the scene peeks, a chance to participate in the creative process, and to connect with fellow readers. Learn more at Patreon.com/whatshouldire...
The Lola Quartet
March 29, 2019 11:20 - 8 minutes - 16.2 MBA backlist title Anne was shocked to learn readers didn't know about. Plus a fun story about how this podcast was born. **** Learn more this and all of the great books at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook and to get exclusive One Great Book bonuses become a patron. Thanks to Libro.fm, the independent audiobook company, for sponsoring the show. They are offering One Great Book listeners 3 audiobooks for the price of one when you sign up for a membership.
One Great Book Trailer
March 22, 2019 11:26 - 2 minutes - 5.14 MBWelcome to the new podcast from the people who brought you What Should I Read Next. Each week Anne Bogel pulls one stand-out selection off her personal bookshelves and tells you all about it. Let's get to it.