a hidden gem book recommendation

Looking for a hidden gem book recommendation? let me introduce you to Honey by Victor Lodato.

I’ve never read anything like Honey. Truly.

Honey Fasinga is the glamorous daughter of a notorious New Jersey mobster. For various reasons, she separated herself from her family when she was younger. Now, in her 80s, she has finally returned home… Ready to reckon with everything she left behind.

In some ways, Honey is your typical 80 something-year-old woman. She’s a little out of touch, plenty remorseful, and even more reflective. Yet she remains so open to life! To being proven wrong, falling in love, and making better choices.

Her astute judgments will make you laugh, before you can realize you’re about to. And her heart, such a soft thing despite what she’s gone through, will leave you feeling so protective of her—though she can definitely handle herself.

If you’re looking for something (or someone) to sneak up on you, might I recommend this book? A hidden gem, indeed!

#hiddengembooks #literaryfiction #bookrecommendation #booksiloved #2024bookreview

Chicago
2024/12/19 Edited to

... Read moreIn Victor Lodato's novel 'Honey', readers are introduced to a unique perspective through the eyes of an 80-year-old woman, Honey Fasinga. Raised as the daughter of a New Jersey mobster, Honey’s return home is laden with reflections and reconciliations with her complicated past. The narrative weaves themes of regret and enlightenment as she navigates her golden years, challenging societal expectations placed upon women of her age. What makes this book a true hidden gem is not just its engaging storyline, but the depth of its characters. Honey, reflecting on her past decisions, is refreshingly open-minded about life, love, and making amends. As readers follow her journey, they discover a world where understanding grows and humor prevails amidst the weight of history. This book stands out in the literary fiction genre, not only enriching readers with its heartfelt plot but also making them ponder their own life choices. It's a heartfelt exploration that resonates deeply, showcasing how our experiences, shaped by our past, can lead to growth and redemption. If you're on the lookout for a story that tugs at your heart and offers profound insights into aging and family dynamics, 'Honey' is a must-read that you’ll treasure.

12 comments

Captain Lemon8's images
Captain Lemon8

Welcome to our community! Looking forward to seeing more from you 💛

See more(1)

Related posts

Heading into July, First book recommendation! 🥰
#lemon8diarychallenge #bookrecommendations #healingjourney #selfworth
KAIIOR

KAIIOR

6604 likes

Book Recommendation ! ✨
Jada Peck

Jada Peck

1314 likes

The pink cover of 'Picking Daisies On Sundays' by Liana Cincotti, featuring a table with daisies and letters. Overlaid text highlights it as a 5-star book recommendation, featuring childhood friends to lovers, fake dating, Taylor Swift references, and closed-door romance.
The back cover text of 'Picking Daisies On Sundays', detailing the plot about Daniella and Levi, childhood friends who fake date for a wedding, leading to resurfacing feelings. The text is presented on a pink background.
An inside page of the book 'Picking Daisies On Sundays' with a dedication: 'For the hopeless, and hopeful, romantics who don't know they're noticed in a crowded room.' Pink flower and heart doodles are also visible.
BOOK RECOMMENDATION! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Picking Daises On Sundays by Liana Cincotti This book is one of my absolute favorites. I saw the author designing the cover on TikTok and I just knew I was gonna love it. It was such a cute read and I will never stop recommending this book. If you like Lynn Painter or Jenny Han then you will DEF
Kenzie|📚🎀

Kenzie|📚🎀

1250 likes

A person holds the pink cover of Amanda Lovelace's poetry book, 'she followed the moon back to herself,' featuring green moth illustrations and the author's name.
A page from the poetry book displays highlighted text about making the right decisions and not wanting to change them, leading to better sleep.
A book page shows highlighted text about being done with negativity, harmful patterns, and resisting transformations, desiring peace and quiet.
Book recommendation. 📖📚
This is one of the best poem books I’ve read in a really long time it’s called She followed herself back to the moon by Amanda Lovelace. 🤞🏼💞 ⭐️Overall rating: 10/10:
𝓜𝓸𝓮🐞

𝓜𝓸𝓮🐞

2212 likes

A hand holds the book "Single. Dating. Engaged. Married." by Ben Stuart, subtitled "navigating life + love in the modern age." The image is a book recommendation for any season of life, with a decorative background and a white heart overlay.
Book recommendation for any season of life
Whether you’re single, dating, engaged, or married, this is the book for you. Sometimes navigating your way through life in any of these seasons is difficult. Of course, the only person that can get you through that is God. Definitely give this book a read if you need guidance with maintaining a he
Jem

Jem

1123 likes

A hand with red nail polish holds the book "How to Get Sh*t Done" by Erin Falconer, a recommendation for women on productivity and achieving goals by stopping doing everything. The cover features a quote from Alexia Brue. "Book Recommendation" and "@its.drbooker" are overlaid, with other books blurred in the background.
Book Recommendation for WOMEN🫶🏾🥰
📚Book rec & mini review + backstory🫠 Around the holidays last year, I grabbed a few books from my favorite local bookstore and this gem was among a few that grabbed my attention. I started reading this book earlier this year but shelved it before I could finish because honestly, this year
Kendra Booker

Kendra Booker

1511 likes

A Villainous Book Recommendation
The humans wanted her to be a villain, but we all know the common phrase: be careful what you wish for #lemon8diarychallenge #crownofthedyingembers #trishdw #underratedauthors #bookwormsoflemon8 #booksoflemon8 #fantasybooks #fantasybookrecs
Trish D.W

Trish D.W

1065 likes

A collage-style image with the title 'BOOK TROPES WITH RECOMMENDATION'. It features an open book, a 'Book Lover' sticker, a potion bottle labeled 'enemies to lovers', and a person holding a book, set against a map background.
A four-panel image illustrating the 'Princess x Jester' trope. Each panel depicts a princess and a jester in various romantic or intimate poses, predominantly in red, black, and white colors.
A four-panel image showcasing the book 'Heartless' by Marissa Meyer. It includes three different covers of the book and one illustration of a queen and a jester embracing, representing the book's theme.
Book tropes with recommendation ✍🏻
⚠️Check your trigger warnings before reading⚠️ Heartless: Reimagines the backstory of the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland, focusing on the young Catherine's journey. She dreams of opening a bakery but is destined to marry the King, a path she's reluctant to follow. She finds a c
Yami 📚🪱

Yami 📚🪱

585 likes

The storefront of Exotic Fragrances, located at 1645 Lexington Ave in Harlem, NY, with a green sign that reads 'Exotic Fragrances The Original House of Fragrances' and a phone number. The image has an overlay text 'Come with me To Buy Perfume In Harlem NY'.
A close-up of a hand holding a book displaying a comprehensive list of various inspired fragrances, including names like 'Bakhoor Alwarda', 'African', 'Oud', 'Jamaican Rumber', and 'Musk', along with their corresponding prices.
Several white paper blotters, used for smell testing, are arranged upright in a holder on a table. Some blotters have handwritten labels such as 'Wom', 'Fl. Gold', 'Silk', and 'Vanill', indicating different fragrance samples.
Perfume Hidden Gem in NYC
On Lexington Ave in Harlem NY, Exotic Fragrances , is a perfume spot that makes fragrances inspired by a lot of your favs ! The staff are really friendly and patient . They take their time with you and allow you to smell test as many fragrances as you would like! They can also make your frag
Big Skell

Big Skell

1182 likes

📚 Book Recommendation: “The Power of Positive Thin
Are you ready to tap into the incredible power of positivity and transform your life? Look no further than "The Power of Positive Thinking" by Norman Vincent Peale. This timeless classic is a guide to harnessing the immense potential of a positive mindset and achieving personal and professi
Stephanie

Stephanie

1629 likes

5/5 🌶️ book recommendation
#books 🫶🏼 #reading📖 #spicybooks #spicybookrecs #spicybooktok😈
Zoë🎀

Zoë🎀

808 likes

Book recommendation if you being hurt 🌿
I read introduction, preface and chapter one “me offended?” so far ⭐️ Rating: 5/5 Healing and growing closer to God ❤️✨ #reading #reading📖 #bookrecommendations #faith
Adriana | Living by Faith 🌸

Adriana | Living by Faith 🌸

157 likes

A large 'OREGON welcomes you' sign made of wood and stone, set against a backdrop of evergreen trees, introducing activities to do in Oregon.
People swim and paddleboard in the clear, blue-green Opal Creek, a favorite swimming spot with wooden walkways and lush green hills.
A person stands inside the dark Ape Caves, looking out at the mossy entrance and stairs, with a reminder not to touch the cave walls.
Oregon hidden gems🫶
Oregon Welcomes You! Opal Lake: This has been a fav spot of mine since I was little. This lake is perfect for canoeing, paddle boarding and swimming! From the Portland Metro Area, it’s about a 40 minute drive and about a 2 hour long hike. Make sure your dressed properly for wether conditions.
destiny.burris

destiny.burris

1179 likes

A hand holds the 'Girl Dinner Book' with a charcuterie board on its cover, featuring super simple meals for chill nights in, found among other books at Five Below.
A hand holds 'The Praying Woman's Journal' with floral designs, offering 60 weeks of prayers and reflection, noted for its practical prompts for Christian women.
A hand holds a 'Stick to the Plan' sticker book by Kandyboo, containing over 1600 planner stickers for tasks like bills due and appointments.
Hidden ✨ gem ✨ books @ Five Below
I went into Five Below strictly for the Girl Dinner Book ! I seriously could not believe it when I saw it ! But I found some amazing books that I thought were definitely worth sharing ! Don’t sleep on Five Below when it comes to books - let me know which one you would pick up! #five belo
Ruthe Christina

Ruthe Christina

1019 likes

Book Recommendation: The Book of Boundaries
For self-help books, I usually prefer to listen to them on Audible. If there is a lot of information that I would love to refer back to quickly, then I will go get a physical copy. That was exactly the case for The Book of Boundaries by Melissa Urban! I love how she gives so many examples of whe
Kyrabe Stories - Author

Kyrabe Stories - Author

248 likes

A hand holds the book "This Is Your Brain on Birth Control: How the Pill Changes Everything," which features a birth control pill pack on its cover. The image also includes text overlays for "Self-help book recommendations" and the Lemon8 username.
A page from the book is shown with highlighted text discussing how birth control may influence women's choice of partners and divorce rates. The word "crazy!!" is handwritten on the page, pointing to the highlighted section.
A book page displays highlighted text explaining that hormones are integral to identity and that hormonal contraceptives change the brain. The phrase "so eye-opening!" is written on the page.
Self Help Book Recommendation for the Girlies
In this amazing book, "This Is Your Brain on Birth Control: How the Pill Changes Everything," author Sarah E. Hill, Ph.D., takes a deep dive into the less-discussed effects of the birth control pill on women's brains. Hill is a leading researcher in evolutionary psychology and addresse
Shelby Evans

Shelby Evans

4679 likes

Book Recommendation ✨📚
I’m obsessed with this book! If you’re ready to jumpstart your entrepreneurial dreams, How to Build a Goddamn Empire is the ultimate guide. It’s packed with advice and inspiring stories from other female entrepreneurs, reminding you that you’re not alone—and that you have the power to start anythin
Jess Maldonado

Jess Maldonado

799 likes

Book Recommendation for Setting Healthy Boundaries
Boundaries is how you take your power back 💕💕💕 Do you feel like people respect your boundaries when you set them? #boundaries #boundarysettingtips #booksforhealthyhabits #lemon8bookclub #selflovebooks
Sarah The Diva 🎀

Sarah The Diva 🎀

1313 likes

My book recommendation 😉
#reading📖 #📚books #booktherapy #contentcreatortips #Lemon8
Inspirations by AZ

Inspirations by AZ

198 likes

An airport moving walkway with the title "HOW TO FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS" in white text, framed by a blue dashed line and two yellow cartoon characters.
A United airplane at an airport gate with a control tower in the background, overlaid with text "Book in Advance" and booking timeframes for international and domestic flights.
A screenshot of the Hopper app showing a flight price of $279, a "Low Price" alert to book now, and a price prediction indicating rising costs, with "Apps & Websites" text.
Save this for when you book your next trip!! ✈️💲
My Fiancé and I love taking weekend trips several times a year, and what determines our destination is how cheap the flight is. Here are four tips we use to help us find the best deals: 1. Book in Advance Booking your flight in advance will ensure lower prices! We aim to book at least 3-4 mon
Diandra Osorio

Diandra Osorio

2397 likes

Underrated Dark Romance recommendation
#darkromantic #darklove #darkromancerecommendations #darkromancereads #dark romance
lee.writess

lee.writess

388 likes

A vibrant pink book titled 'Own Your Glow' by Latham Thomas, featuring a gold crown and white script. The subtitle is 'A Soulful Guide to Luminous Living and Crowning the Queen Within'. Latham Thomas is identified as 'Author & Founder of Mama Glow'. A purple pen and a spiral notebook are visible in the background.
Book recommendation for women🫶🏾🥰
✨ Just finished Own Your Glow by Latham Thomas, and I feel so inspired! 🌸 This book is all about self-care, embracing your intuition, and living with purpose. It’s like a reminder to slow down, trust yourself, and let your inner light shine. 🌟 Perfect for anyone who needs a little soul care and em
Shai Shae 💗 🫱🏾‍🫲🏿 🗺️

Shai Shae 💗 🫱🏾‍🫲🏿 🗺️

492 likes

A black and white image shows a shirtless man reflected in a mirror, lying on a bed. Red text overlays 'Romance book recommendation'. The Lemon8 handle '@marselia2004' is at the bottom left.
A collage features the book cover 'Was It Hard?' by M.E. Elkady, surrounded by images and text highlighting romance tropes like 'Stepbrother,' 'Enemies to lovers,' 'Dual POV,' and 'Biker + masked.' The Lemon8 handle is present.
A collage displays the book cover 'Was It Hard?' by M.E. Elkady, with text indicating it's available in e-book and paperback. Logos for various platforms like Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and Smashwords are shown. The Lemon8 handle is included.
Romance book recommendation
📚Was It Hard? by M.E Elkady link in my bio 🥀 #romancebooks #romancebookrecommendations #darkromancebooks #enemiestolovers #contemporaryromance
🕯🖤🥀

🕯🖤🥀

121 likes

A black and white image features two individuals wearing motorcycle helmets, with red text overlay reading "Romance book Recommendation bikers lovers." The helmets have a "UP6" logo visible, and a Lemon8 watermark is in the corner.
A white background displays a quote from the book "Was It Hard? by M.E Elkady," describing an intense romantic interaction. The text includes dialogue and narration, with a faded Lemon8 watermark at the bottom.
The cover of the book "Was It Hard?" by M.E. Elkady is shown, surrounded by arrows pointing to keywords like "ENEMIES TO LOVERS," "BIKER & MASKED," "STEP SIBLINGS," "PROTECTIVE & POSSESSIVE," and "HE FALLS FIRST," along with a five-star rating.
Romance book recommendation
📚Was It Hard? by M.E Elkady 📌$0.99 instead of $4.99 ON AMAZON (LINK IN BIO) Deal expires in 1 day or less ( buy it NOW ) 💋 #biker #romancebooks #romancebookrecommendations #booktok #enemiestoloversromance
🕯🖤🥀

🕯🖤🥀

328 likes

An open self-help book, 'The Real Glow Up,' rests on a textured surface next to a glass of green drink. An overlay reads, 'POV: You bottle up your emotions,' setting a reflective tone for emotional healing and self-love.
A close-up of a page from 'The Real Glow Up' book, with key paragraphs highlighted in yellow. The text discusses the importance of processing emotions like sadness and anger rather than bottling them up, emphasizing healing and self-care.
A hand holds the closed cover of 'THE REAL GLOW UP' by Chelsey Armfield, a self-help book with a muted pink cover and gold lettering. Small tabs mark pages, suggesting a guide for self-love and healing.
Self-help book recommendation 🍵📖
📖: The Real Glow Up🤍 The Real Glow up is a gentle guide to self-love, to healing, and to finally coming home in to yourself. It’s a clear map for how to glow from within 🕯️ (B00k 🔗’d in bi0//on amznn🕊️) #selflove #healing #selflovebooks #healingbooks #selfhelp #se
ChelseyArmfield

ChelseyArmfield

173 likes

Book recommendation✨
More than a Body is a book by sisters Lindsay and Lexie Kite I started reading recently about body image. It talks about how normalized objectifying our bodies is and encourages healing the trauma caused by harmful expectations we learn to hold onto from a young age. I recommend it to anyone who fe
Julissa98

Julissa98

208 likes

Hidden Desires a dark romance trilogy 🖤
Book 1: Finding Secrets - out now Book 2: Hiding Secrets - out now Book 3: TBA -c.u.lt/religious trauma -slow burn -build to why choose/mmmf -found family -obsessed/protective mmcs -they give her a cute nickname Cover designer: @coffin_print_designs #darkromance #bookrecs📚
IvyDarlingAuthor

IvyDarlingAuthor

225 likes

The cover of 'Junji Ito's Cat Diary: Yon & Mu' features two cats and two human characters in a manga art style, with a yellow background. The text overlay reads 'WHY THIS BOOK IS PERFECT FOR CAT LOVERS IN YOUR LIFE'.
A manga panel shows a black and white cat with wide, unsettling eyes and a wide mouth. Overlaying text notes that Junji Ito's cat diary follows the artist adopting two cats and illustrating them in his typical horrifying style.
A manga panel depicts a man looking at two cats, one with a 'cursed face' and another striped cat. Overlaying text explains that the artist experiences the ups and downs of cat ownership and shares heartwarming and funny moments.
book recommendation for cat lovers!
i got gifted this book from my partner’s friend because she had an extra copy and thought i would like it, and she was right!! i read the whole thing in like 2 hours or less and couldn’t get enough! it’s one part cute, one part horrifying, one part heartwarming, and one part hilarious. i serious
lili <3

lili <3

89 likes

Book recommendation for women🫶🏾🥰
Currently reading A Woman’s Guide to Spiritual Warfare by Quin Sherrer & Ruthanne Garlock. Purchased this book from Amazon, in which I’ve linked below👇🏽. If you’re new to this journey with God, battling spiritual warfare, or don’t know what spiritual warfare is, please read this book!! https
AK🦋

AK🦋

518 likes

Book recommendation.📖
Flower crowns and fearsome things by Amanda Lovelace she’s a really good author. I definitely recommend her.🌸 #book recommendations ⭐️Overall rating: 8/10:
𝓜𝓸𝓮🐞

𝓜𝓸𝓮🐞

320 likes

The book cover for Elizabeth Acevedo's 'Clap When You Land' features two girls' faces split by a black airplane silhouette. A library sticker from Forsyth County Public Library and a 'JLG Gold Standard' seal are visible. The book rests on a blue and white textured blanket.
Book Recommendation‼️📚
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo is a messy read in the most heart warming way. Take a ride back and forth from NYC to the DR and see how two teen girls are closer to each other than they thought. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‼️📖 I read this book in 2.5 days, it being written in verse helped. 😉 Although I
M A L I 🤓

M A L I 🤓

109 likes

Sharing Hidden History From:
3 Facts About Sundown Towns: 📚Currently Reading: Sundown Towns by James W Loewen 1.  Sundown Towns are of recent American History. The Midwest has the most sundown towns in America with Illinois leading the pack with approximately 472 sundown towns. All white communities on purpose excluding
Tanita Mitchell

Tanita Mitchell

91 likes

My Favorite Montessori Book Recommendation 📖✨
This book has been a true game-changer for me as a parent. I’ve had it since my 9-year-old was a toddler, and it continues to inspire me. ‘The Montessori Toddler’ is packed with practical tips and techniques to bring the Montessori method into your home. From creating a child-friendly environme
eva

eva

39 likes

My Favorite "Hidden Gem" Podcasts for Students 🎧✨
1. Right Answers Mostly 📜 Hosted by Tess & Claire, this is my favorite "smart entertainment" podcast. They dive into fascinating and gossipy stories from history, telling them so engagingly it feels like a story about modern celebrities. It's the best way to learn about historical
emilie.studygram

emilie.studygram

77 likes

Book recommendation for women 🥰
It’s called “Master Detachment and Watch Everything Chase You” by Amelia Vazquez, on Amazon. 💫✨ I read it in just a few nights and it completely shifted how I see self-worth, energy, and attraction. 🌹 #detachment #detach #healing #manifesting #lawofdetachment
Amy🎀

Amy🎀

190 likes

Book recommendation🩶🤍
#bookrecommendations #whychooseromance #bookseries #checktriggerwarnings #morallygrey My Current Read 📖 Name of the series : Sabre security 📄 Plot: After escaping captivity of a $erial k!ller Harlow is placed in protective custody of agents that are working on solving the identity of
Luv_rea<3

Luv_rea<3

75 likes

The exterior of BOOKOFF New York, a secondhand store in Midtown, featuring its prominent sign for books, DVDs, CDs, and games, with the address 49 W 45th St visible on the freight entrance.
An aisle inside BOOKOFF New York, showcasing shelves packed with video games, anime figures, and various collectibles, including a 'BATCYCLE' item, highlighting the store's diverse inventory beyond books.
A long aisle within BOOKOFF New York, lined with numerous bookshelves filled with a wide selection of secondhand books, categorized by genres like 'FICTION' and 'HORROR/THRILLER', inviting discovery.
BOOKOFF NYC:$1 Books & Hidden Treasures in Midtown
Calling all book lovers, collectors, and bargain hunters! 📚✨ BOOKOFF New York is your go-to spot for secondhand treasures—right in the heart of Midtown. Whether you’re searching for bestsellers, classics, manga, or niche reads, you’ll find books starting at just $1! Yes, you read that right—unbeata
Emma Taylor

Emma Taylor

127 likes

Book Recommendation ✨📚
The 33 Laws of business & Life 🫶🏻 The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett is filled with insights into entrepreneurship, life, and personal growth and it’s definitely one of my favorites! 📖 Name of the Book: The Diary of a CEO 📄 Plot: The book doesn’t follow a traditional plot structur
Nicole Tagge

Nicole Tagge

81 likes

Hawaii’s HIDDEN Gem 💎😍
🏯The Byodo-In Temple in Oahu replicates a 900 year old Japanese temple. Built in 1968, it commemorated the 100-year anniversary of the first Japanese immigrants that arrived in Hawaii! Expect complete, serene beauty and a sense of tranquility in its grounds. ⛰️ The temple has the breathtaking
Jami Travels

Jami Travels

16 likes

MIAMI’S HIDDEN GEM 🥰 HIGH END LOFT ON A BUDGET ✨
Hotel rooms don’t do it for me anymore…. I need a FULL Apartment even on vacation 😂❤️ I discovered a secret hidden gem in Miami, Roami formerly known as Sextant Stays has several properties for weekend trips, short term stays or digital nomads like myself. ❤️ Would you stay here? #Miami #mia
Jai ❤️

Jai ❤️

1599 likes

See more