"The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out The Window And Disappeared."

What a fun book. It starts just like the title say, when a 100-year-old man leaves the old folks home right before his birthday party. He shows up at the bus station where he steals a suitcase with millions of dollars of drug money. The story jumps back and forth from the present day to his whole, unbelievable and improbable life. Not a deep book, just a joy to read.

"The Art of Racing in the Rain"

I was a little skeptical when I started this book. It's about a race car driver and his family as told through the eyes of their pet dog. The book quickly picks up pace and I found I couldn't put it down. Without giving too much away I'll just say his wife is diagnosed with a brain tumor and things in his life take a turn for the worse. The dog is intelligent, astute, and is quite witty at times. And he believes in the Mongolian legend that when a dog dies, he is reincarnated as a human being. Highly recommended.

"Bottom of the 33rd"

A book about the longest game in baseball history. It may sound a bit off putting. But this is a fascinating book that really grabs you. You don't need to be a baseball fanatic to appreciate it. The writing is absolutely poetic. And the narrative isn't just a recount of the game; the author has a ton of asides as the game unfolds. From the history of the town, the team, and the backgrounds and futures of the players for both teams. His writing style is beautiful. And what I really appreciate, is a writer who know s how to use the word "myriad" properly.