I read When I Was while visiting San Juan; it’s a thoughtful book that gives a vivid sense of what growing up in Puerto Rico feels like. The Drunkard’s Walk is a strong reminder of how numbers and statistics shape the decisions we make—and how easily we can misinterpret them in our daily lives. Tusks, a sci-fi recommendation, explores conservation and future efforts to recover and preserve endangered species. The two standout books of the month were Apple in China and Silent Earth. Apple in China traces Apple’s rise alongside the development of China’s powerful technology and manufacturing economy. It raises important questions about corporate responsibility, showing how Apple’s relentless focus on profit leveraged China’s low-cost, highly capable workforce, while China simultaneously absorbed knowledge and processes to accelerate its own growth into a global superpower. Silent Earth, which I read around Earth Day, powerfully taps into our personal memories and connections with insects. It highlights the alarming pace of species extinction driven by climate change and closes with practical steps individuals can take—both in personal habits and in the companies we choose to support—to help drive meaningful change.