Gavin’s Comments (group member since Jan 11, 2021)

Gavin’s comments from the 2021 Reading Challenge group.

I slowed down a bit this month. I completed 18 books this month.
One of the great discoveries was Bernard Cornwell's military series about British soldier Richard Sharp's. The first book (according to the chronological timeline) Sharpe's Tiger was an exciting introduction to this series. These books weave the fictional exploits of Sharpe with the actual rise of Arthur Wellesley to his eventual role of defeating the Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo.

I was able to consume 24 books this month. that bring my total to 55.

These are some books I enjoyed this month.

For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway was a great story with a signature Hemingway ending.

The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom is a powerful story that shows God's faithfulness in one of the darkest periods in history.

Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton is one of my favorite books and movies of all time. This intelligent science fiction thriller is enjoyable every time.

February was a great month for me. I was able to consume 23 books and a few stood out to me.

the first book that was great was Dick Winter's personal memoir that added to the story that was told in Band of Brother. I particularly enjoyed the later chapter where he shared his involvement in the creation of Band of Brothers and his philosophy on leadership.

Another notable selection was Booker T. Washington's Up From Slavery. He is a true American hero and deserves to be a worthy role models for students across the country.

The last book I want to highlight is A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway. This book blew me away with the simplicity and depth that Hemingway is known for. He masterfully displays the romantic notions that many have that are stark contrasts to the reality of a brutal world.

I look forward next month to work through the Clive Cussler books I have on my shelf.

This month I read 8 books bringing me to a grand total offfff 8 books! My favorite book this month was Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes. I am ahead of my goal for the year.