39. Dear Committee Members by Julie Schumacher Six-Word Review: Gift for erudite academic, otherwise forgettable. Slightly Longer Review: A library browse find, Dear Committee Members was an entertaining read for the two hours it took me to finish. The conceit is a novel written entirely in letters of recommendation from one roguish professor. The letters are witty and verbose, and sure to bring a smile of recognition to the face of any academic. Many a faculty member will wish they had the cojones to compose such missives. Unfortunately, however, the plot is thin and plays on stereotypes without transcending them. Ultimately, Dear Committee Members is funny but forgettable, though perhaps a good gag gift for the English professor in your life. 40. The Swan Thieves by Elizabeth Kostova Six-Word Review: Brooding artists abound; no real swans. Slightly Longer Review: I purchased this audiobook back in July, but due to a number of interesting circumstances, didn...
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