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[Claire]

I am reading Bastard Out of Carolina. I am almost finished. A great read, hard to put down and beautiful writing.

[Kylie]

I found this one to be chilling and creepy

The Whisper Man by Alex North

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[Lori, Super Mod]

Just finished Molly Gaudry's We Take Me Apart and starting the sequel to it Desire: A Haunting....

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Dorothy Must Die – Danielle Paige – 3***
This is an imaginative retelling … or perhaps sequel … to Frank L Baum’s The Wizard of Oz books. The characters are all here, but they aren’t as they were portrayed in Baum’s classic books, or the much beloved movie. Amy Gumm was a decent heroine – self-reliant, principled, tenacious, willing to sacrifice for the greater good. However, the “mean girl” theme was a little heavy-handed for my tastes (and my stage of life). So my final verdict is average.
LINK to my review

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Claire wrote: "I am reading Bastard Out of Carolina. I am almost finished. A great read, hard to put down and beautiful writing."

Agree ... hard to read because of subject, but beautiful writing.

[Kylie]

A fun adventure novel for younger readers

Pirates Plot!: The Petersens and the Pirates! by N.A.M. Welch

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[Kylie]

An enjoyable romp through the jungle

Operation Tropical Affair by Kimberli A. Bindschatel

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[Tarun]

Today, I have started reading Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman. It has started off pretty well... I am hoping it turns out to be as good until the very end.

The last few books that I have read have all been absolutely delightful. I would highly recommend you to check them out:
1. Animal Farm by George Orwell
2. The Immortals of Meluha by Amish Tripathi
3. A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea by Masaji Ishikawa
4. The High Mountains of Portugal by Yann Martel

[Claire]

I just started . I think this is just the light read that I need after finishing .

[Karen M]

Finished reading an ARC of The Widow of Pale Harbor which I recommend if you enjoy historial fiction with a bit of romance and a whole lot of creepy. Very Gothic. Now I'm reading another ARC Tell the Machine Goodnight by Katie Williams. Strange little story.

[Kylie]

A wonderful way to read about Greek mythology

My review of Circe by Madeline Miller

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[PattyMacDotComma]

I was surprised to find that Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is not his usual reassuring self in Louise Penny's sixth in the series, Bury Your Dead. History, mystery, and haunting flashbacks in Old Quebec make for a good read.
4★ Link to my review

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The Two Faces of January – Patricia Highsmith – 3***
Highsmith manages to give us unlikeable characters that behave in ways that just keep this reader enthralled and interested, turning pages to find out what twists, turns and surprises the plot has in store. It’s set in Athens, in 1962, and you have two con men trying to out-con one another. Add a femme fatale (who is married to one of the men, but attracted to the other), and you have a recipe for disaster.
LINK to my review

[Paula]

I'm reading an ARC from Netgalley -

[Kylie]

I absolutely loved this one!

Hunting Evil by Chris Carter

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[PattyMacDotComma]

I just enjoyed a re-read of an old favourite, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. It's been adapted as a play and a film more than once, and it's as powerful now as ever. People haven't changed.
5★ Link to my review with a couple of illustrations

[PattyMacDotComma]

Another re-read was John Steinbeck's wonderful, funny, poignant Cannery Row. There were some real characters in Monterey, California in the 1930s!
5★ Link to my review

[Kylie]

Dewberry Farm is a fun cozy series, but this one wasn't quite as engaging as the earlier books.

Deadly Brew by Karen MacInerney

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[Lori, Super Mod]

PattyMacDotComma wrote: "I just enjoyed a re-read of an old favourite, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. It's been adapted as a play and a film more than once, and it's as powerful now as ever. Peo..."

I reread this one quite a few years ago too and felt the same!

[Kylie]

I found this one to be compelling

Snake Island by Ben Hobson

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[PattyMacDotComma]

Lori wrote: "PattyMacDotComma wrote: "I just enjoyed a re-read of an old favourite, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. It's been adapted as a play and a film more than once, and it's as ..."

Lori, I reckon we’re in good company!

[PattyMacDotComma]

This is a far cry from my last few reads, but I do love his writing.
David Vann’s Caribou Island, Alaska is not the stuff of glossy tourist brochures.
4.5★ a Link to my review of Caribou Island

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Fruit Of the Drunken Treee – Ingrid Rojas Contreras – 4****
Based on the author’s own life experiences, this novel tells the story of a family “safely” ensconced within their gated community in Bogotá, Columbia in the early to mid 1990s. I loved that Contreras used two different young women (girls, really) to narrate this story. The viewpoint alternates between seven-year-old Chula and Petrona, who is the family’s teen-aged maid. Each has a limited viewpoint due to their life experiences. I was completely immersed and engaged in their story from beginning to end. It’s a strong debut for Contreras and I look forward to reading her future works.
LINK to my review

[Kylie]

I enjoyed this thriller, set on the Australian coast

Where the Dead Go by Sarah Bailey

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[Supriya]

I'm currently reading Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert.

[Kylie]

Another ingenious plot from the master!

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

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[PattyMacDotComma]

Colson Whitehead’s new historical fiction is only barely fiction, and it is infuriating! Even the worst of The Nickel Boys deserved better than the slavery that passed for a reform school.
4.5★ Link to my review of The Nickel Boys

[Sophie]

Just started Snow Flower and the Secret Fan!

Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

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Jesus Land – Julia Scheeres – 3.5***
This is a memoir of growing up with parents who adhered to a religious fundamentalism but who were abusive to their children – particularly to their two adopted African American boys. The love that Julia and her adopted brother David share, as well as the unbreakable bond of brother and sister shine through, and help them endure.
LINK to my review

[Katana]

I’m going through “The Summons” by Hemingway.

It’s a great read so far. Hemingway is never a bad choice though. I’m about 1/3 of the way through it and I can’t seem to put it down for very long.

[Kylie]

I really enjoyed this Canadian murder mystery

Still Life by Louise Penny

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The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin – Josh Berk – 3***
This is a humorous coming-of-age story with a bit of a mystery thrown in and featuring an unlikely hero. Will Halpin is deaf, overweight and struggling to make friends in his new school. I’m glad to see a YA book that features a main character with a disability, who finds ways to deal effectively in a world that doesn’t always made accommodations for him. It's a fast read, and I loved Will & Devon's humor.
LINK to my review

[Shene]

I just finished through a superbly written and intense short story book by Manjul BajajAnother Man's Wife and Other Stories 10/10 will recommend everyone to read.

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Wicked – Gregory Maguire – 2.5**
This is a re-telling of The Wizard of Oz, told from the viewpoint of Elphaba, the “Wicked” Witch of the West. I thought Maguire’s book went just too far afield in directions I never expected. Some of the scenes were downright disturbing. Still, it’s definitely imaginative, and there are some scenes that really forced me to think about assumptions, first impressions, and entrenched behaviors. So, while I can’t say I particularly enjoyed the book, I am glad to have finally read it.
LINK to my review

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Miss Julia Renews Her Vows – Ann B Ross – 3***
Book # 11 in the Miss Julia series, featuring a Southern lady of a certain age, who is prone to jumping to conclusions but always takes action to help those in need. Miss Julia is just a hoot, and she’s most entertaining when she’s in a dither about something. Her read on things may be completely wrong, but she always manages to arrive at the right conclusion, or at least to help the authorities find the real culprit. Visiting with Miss Julia and her friends is a pure joy.
LINK to my review

[PattyMacDotComma]

Now I get what all the fuss was about! Just read Gillian Flynn's bestselling Gone Girl. Twisty story with twisted people. Not perfect, but very entertaining.
4.5★ Link to my review of Gone Girl

[PattyMacDotComma]

For a complete change of pace, I read Mahatma Gandhi by Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara and Albert Arrayás, which is an attractive introduction to the non-violent protester for justice. It's for the very young, but it will help their teachers and parents learn about him, too.
4★ My review with several pictures

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Summer Rental – Mary Kay Andrews – 3***
Three women who’ve been besties since kindergarten are each at a crossroads when they rent a beach house for a month. They take in another woman who’s running from a dangerous man. Throw in a sexy landlord, some romance and a few twists and turns to keep things interesting and you have a good formula for a perfect beach read. Grab a beach chair, some iced tea (or a mojito), and some sunscreen and enjoy.
LINK to my review

[Kylie]

I loved this twisty legal thriller!

Thirteen by Steve Cavanagh

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A Stardance Summer – Emily March – 3***
Book # 13 in the “Eternity Springs” series. A young woman running from trouble; her former high school crush now a successful businessman; a group of seniors intent on living life to the fullest. Mix together with a spiritual guru who will help everyone find their inner happiness. A fast, easy summer read.
LINK to my review

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The Wrath and the Dawn – Renée Ahdieh – 3***
This is a YA romance novel which takes its inspiration from A Thousand and One Arabian Nights . I was somewhat disappointed that the stories ended so soon in this retelling, and instead the novel focused on Shahrzad’s efforts to discover Khalid’s "secret" vulnerability. Like the original Scheherazade, Ahdieh ends this story with a cliffhanger, hoping to ensure that the reader will return for the next installment. I can see why it’s popular with the intended YA audience, but my reaction was just ‘meh.’
LINK to my review

[Kylie]

An intriguing look at love, life and grief through the premise of a multi-verse.

The First Time Lauren Pailing Died by Alyson Rudd

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[PattyMacDotComma]

Ghost stories, revealing diaries and murder! What more could you want? The Stranger Diaries by Elly Griffiths will keep you guessing.
4★ Link to my review of The Stranger Diaries

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The Summer Wives – Beatriz Williams – 3***
Williams sets this historical novel on the fictional Winthrop Island, where the year-round residents are the families of Portuguese fishermen, but whose governing group consists of the upper-class families who summer here. I love how Williams weaves the stories and intrigues of these characters together. There are plenty of secrets to go around and enough twists and turn to keep things interesting. It’s a delicious soap-opera beach read.
LINK to my review

[Kylie]

An enjoyable work of historical fiction

The Collaborator by Diane Armstrong

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Mockingjay – Suzanne Collins – 3***
Book 3 in the Hunger Games Trilogy. I’m not a great fan of dystopian / post-apocalyptic novels in general, and have only tolerated this series. I’m glad that Collins chose to make the central figure a strong female, but in this episode, I find Katniss a bit whiny at times. It is a fast read, though.
LINK to my review

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Bound – Donna Jo Napoli – 4****
This YA novel is a retelling of the Cinderella story, set in the Ming dynasty era of China. I loved the way this story unfolded. I particularly appreciated the occasional poem which so eloquently expressed Xing Xing’s feelings. I’m a great fan of magical realism; Napoli incorporates this literary technique seamlessly.
LINK to my review

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The Brilliant Light of Amber Sunrise – Matthew Crow – 3***
There are some scenes that had me rolling my eyes, but in general, as “teens-with-cancer-romance” genre books go, this is pretty entertaining. It held my attention and was a fairly fast read. And yes, I did tear up.
LINK to my review

[PattyMacDotComma]

I’ve officially added a new favourite to my collection, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay by Michael Chabon. I’m glad the Pulitzer people enjoyed the wild ride as much as I did!
5★ Link to my “Amazing...” review :)

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Capital Gaines – Chip Gaines – 2**
I’m a great fan of the HGTV show Fixer Upper. One thing that has struck me in the TV show is how immaturely Chip behaves at times. And this book is FULL of his immaturity. I don’t find his antics funny. I find them irritating. On the other hand, his sincere belief in “Go for it,” in taking life by the horns and going all out clearly comes through. I think he’d probably do well on the motivational speaking circuit.
LINK to my review

[Kylie]

I'm never getting in an elevator again...

Elevator Pitch by Linwood Barclay

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[Kylie]

An eye-opening look into the world of Sugar Babies

The Arrangement by Robyn Harding

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