The Demon Under the Microscope by Thomas Hager

Fascinating. 

Emmett Till by Devery Anderson

Extremely well done.

Today Will Be Different by Maria Semple

I didn't love Where'd You Go, Bernadette, but I really, really liked this book: it is funny and goofy, but with some substantial social commentary. 

The Rise and Fall of American Growth by Robert J. Gordon

Absolutely fascinating. Also: gorgeous cover.

Crosstalk by Connie Willis

I was so looking forward to this because I love Connie Willis, but I was disappointed.

Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult

Good combination of medical drama, courtroom drama, and social commentary--marred only slightly by one over-the-top twist at the end.

Review copy provided by publisher.

Commonwealth by Ann Patchett

I think I really liked this.