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Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo (June 18)

While Same As It Ever Was might be tempting to file away into the genre of family drama, it is much more than that. At its core, the novel seems like a very personal take on the nature of relationships and how they grow and change over time – including the relationship we have with ourselves. Same As It Ever Was follows a complicated character, Julia Ames, who at 58 is still tormented by struggles from her past and is figuring out how to face an uncertain future.

The Next Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine (June 18)

This highly anticipated sequel to the bestselling novel The Last Mrs. Parrish is arriving just in time for some juicy poolside summer reading. Readers will be thrown back into the lives of Daphne and Amber Parrish as a new threat looms on the horizon for the two women. The Next Mrs. Parrish is sure to keep you on your toes with the well-timed twists and turns Liv Constantine has become known for. You won’t be able to put this one down.

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Jim Henson: Idea Man (Disney+)

This documentary shares the story of the genius that was Jim Henson, father of The Muppets as well as many other television shows and films that came out of the ‘70s and ‘80s. It features interviews with fans of Henson’s work and people who worked closely with him during his career. It also contains clips from some of his well-known and lesser-known projects.

The Bear Season 3 (June 27, Hulu)

If you haven’t watched the first two seasons of this Emmy-winning show, it’s time to catch up so you can look forward to season 3 along with everyone else you know. The show follows a young, talented chef named Carmy (Jeremy Allan White, Shameless) as he deals with his difficult family and the challenges of running a restaurant. The show is tragic, funny, and cannot be missed.

Hit Man (June 7, Netflix)

Glen Powell (Anyone But You) stars in this comedy that he co-wrote with director Richard Linklater about a college professor who pretends to be a hit man. Loosely based on a true story, the film has Powell’s character assuming a number of fake identities in an effort to entrap criminals for the police.

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Maya Hawke, Chaos Angel (May 31)

Highly anticipated since Maya Hawke appeared on The Tonight Show in March, her debut album Chaos Angel releases on May 31. Hawke is the daughter of actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, but she’s proven herself to be talented in her own right, starring in the Nexflix show Stranger Things and the recently released film Wildcat about the life and work of author Flannery O’Connor. The album will appeal to fans of female singer-songwriters such as Lana del Rey and Mitski.

Willie Nelson, The Border (May 31)

At 91 years old, Willie Nelson has had one of the longest, most prolific careers of any musical artist. He refuses to rest on his laurels, however, and is releasing yet another set of songs sure to become as classic as his gravelly voice. The Border is Nelson’s 75th studio album and reflects upon life and living in the way only Willie Nelson can.

By Vanessa Hutchison

Today's Transitions | Summer 2024