The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan

I read The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan about two months ago and it really made me think about how I eat. No, it doesn't wax poetic on all the reasons you should go vegetarian, but makes you think about how to eat ethically and environmentally friendly. I learned a lot, and full disclosure, didn't realize I was reading the kid's version until I was about 100 pages in and realized how many diagrams there were.

Overall, a great read. Highly recommend to anyone who eats. 352 pages.

The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery

The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery: This book focuses mainly on two characters: a short, ugly and plump concierge of a chic Parisian apartment building who is secretly an art and literature connoisseur, and 12-year-old Paloma, who lives in the building and is secretly quite smart and planning to kill herself before she turns 13 because people are not worth it.

It was another book club choice and totally enjoyable. I recommend it for the ineresting weaving of characters and the frequent literary references. Courtney, I think you'll especially enjoy this one.

336 pages.

If You Have to Cry, Go Outside by Kelly Cutrone

The world's toughest fashion publicist wrote a book. And it's awesome. If You Have to Cry, Go Outside chronicles the rise of Kelly Cutrone from outsider to fashion week queen, as well as giving advice on how to make your career work for you, and advice targeted at the young woman working to become a "power bitch." Kelly advocates being true to yourself over everything, and making your individual talents propel your career. She also peppers it with some of her religious beliefs, which are interesting on their own. Overall, brothers, none of you will like this book, but sisters, you might enjoy it!

208 pages.