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Just Plane Books with LaDonna and Jolene is a casual, weekly book review podcast. The two adventure-driven working moms broadcast from LaDonna's Cessna 172 in a hangar in North Idaho, though the books are not typically aviation related.
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Kin by Tayari Jones (opens the original)
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What causes us to take one path, and not another? How can two people who were raised together end up living lives that are completely different from one another? What does family actually mean? Tayari Jones explores these questions and so many more in her latest novel, Kin. LaDonna and Jolene are here to talk about their opinions, their own experiences and their take on this Oprah Book Club Novel. Sit back, relax and enjoy the discussion!
Land by Maggie O'Farrell (opens the original)
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Have you ever thought about how maps are made? How about how they were made nearly 200 years ago! Join LaDonna and Jolene as they explore the story of a map maker and his family in Maggie O'Farrell's latest novel, Land. Set in Ireland in the 1850's on the heels of the Great Potato Famine, this book is part historical fiction, part mysticism, part family saga. The story leaves an impression on both hosts, but in very different ways. Tune into the episode then read the book - or the other way arou
The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett (opens the original)
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If you wondered what Kathryn Stockett has been up to since she published The Help, now you know! She was creating a clever and profound book of historical fiction called the Calamity Club, and Just Plane Books brings you their opinion of this much anticipated tome. LaDonna and Jolene agree - for the most part - about the real beauty of this story...but should it have been ONE book, or TWO? Decide for yourself. Either way, you won't want to miss this episode, and you just CANNOT miss this book!
Life and Death and Giants by Ron RIndo (opens the original)
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Can you imagine giving birth to an 18-pound baby? Can you fathom navigating the world at nearly 9 feet tall? If you want a little taste of what that might be like, grab Life and Death and Giants by Ron Rindo. This enchanting novel tells the story of this very unique - and delightful - young man, through the eyes of the people who surround him in an Amish Wisconsin community. You will want to join LaDonna and Jolene as they discuss the merits - and potential disappointments - of this creative sto
The Artist and the Feast by Lucy Steeds (opens the original)
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What more could you hope for...A famous artist, the South of France, young love? This debut novel by Lucy Steeds brings you all of this and more. You won't want to miss the discussion of this rich historical fiction novel. LaDonna and Jolene agree that it's a winner...who will give this book a perfect score? You'll have to listen to find out!
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