What Should I Read Next? Ep 490: Our team's best books of summer (Part 1)
Aug 19, 2025
Donna Hetchler, the Resident Spreadsheet Queen at Modern Mrs. Darcy HQ, and Brigid Misselhorn, Community Coordinator, dive into their favorite summer reads. They discuss the parallels between memoirs and personal empowerment, highlighting titles that inspire fitness journeys. The team shares engaging recommendations, including a middle grade novel narrated by Ethan Hawke and witty reads perfect for Jane Austen fans. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own summer favorites, showcasing a vibrant community connection around shared literary adventures.
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Middle-Grade Surprise With Star Narration
- Donna loved Dave Eggers' middle-grade novel The Eyes and the Impossible and recommended it even to adult readers.
- She urged listeners to experience it on audio because Ethan Hawke's narration brings the story to life.
Prefer The Audiobook For This One
- If you try The Eyes and the Impossible, listen to the audiobook to appreciate Ethan Hawke's performance.
- The audio felt cinematic and elevated the book's humor and heart for Donna.
Memoir Sparked Real Fitness Action
- Shannon read A Physical Education and said it changed her summer and motivated her to start strength training with a coach.
- She reported progress immediately, bench-pressing 40 pounds and embracing 'courting failure' as part of growth.
