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**Michelle’s Any Way You Want It That’s The Way You Read It Independent Reading
Michelle wrote: "“Not all worth knowing can be found between the covers of compendiums, my boy. Let’s simply say that my academy was the thoroughfare, my primer experience, and my instructor the fickle finger of fate.”― Amor Towles, The Lincoln Highway"
Nice to hear that you liked The Lincoln Highway so well. I did too!
I read it after reading Towles' A Gentleman in Moscow which is the only other book of his I have read. So . . . I wasn't exactly expecting what I saw in Lincoln. I'm not sure if two books could be any different than these. Shows was a talented writer he really is.
45 books, and we're only in March, you're doing great, and reading good books too. I too enjoyed The Lincoln Highway and The Hate U Give, and I have A Sorceress Comes to Call on my TBR. Good to hear it's a good one.I read The Old Man and the Sea many, many years ago, I think I liked it, but I don't remember much. It's about and old man and the sea, right? 🤣
@ Karol. I also read A Gentleman in Moscow first and loved it just as much as The Lincoln Highway but the two books are very different. They both have exceptional writing and memorable characters in common. Glad you enjoyed them too.
@ Ioana LOL Yes. An old man, the Sea, and a really big fish. I hope you enjoy A Sorceress Comes to Call as much as I did.
Michelle wrote: "“Not all worth knowing can be found between the covers of compendiums, my boy. Let’s simply say that my academy was the thoroughfare, my primer experience, and my instructor the fickle finger of fa..."Looks like I'm in the minority opinion on Lincoln Highway, I loved A Gentleman in Moscow but I'm not sure why I didn't connect to the former. It may have to go on my "maybe I should reread" list.
Loved The Hate U Give. And will definitely have to read A Sorceress Comes to Call. I've only just started reading T. Kingfisher books and I've really enjoyed them.
I think you will enjoy Sorceress if you have enjoyed others by T. Kingfisher. I wouldn't reread TLH if you didn't enjoy it the first time. There are too many good books out there. Every book is different for every reader, and I could definitely see why some parts of this book might be off-putting. Whatever you decide, happy reading!
“There are a number of smells I’ve loved in my lifetime, but few can compare with the smell of a bookstore.”― Craig Johnson, Daughter of the Morning Star
50 books
3178 pages
39 audiobooks
11 print
#46
The Old Man and the Sea So glad I finally read this short Hemingway classic. I enjoyed it but it definitely felt like a book you can only appreciate after you have gained a certain amount of life experience. 3 more than just a fish story stars. Fiction-classic.#47
Daughter of the Morning Star Sheriff Longmire protects a rez basketball protege who has been getting death threats. 4 the Sheriff and the spirit world stars. Mystery.#48
A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War: How J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Rediscovered Faith, Friendship, and Heroism in the Cataclysm of 1914-18 Not terribly long and really interesting. I read this for Narnia and Middle Earth but I actually learned a lot of really fascinating things about WWI and that time period. 3 my geek girl tendencies are showing again stars. Nonfiction.#49
Lush Life There was a murder, a cop and a tough inner city neighborhood but most of all there was atmosphere and excellent writing. 3 hard core cops and robbers stars. Contemporary Fiction.#50
Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection John Green uses his platform to shine a light on an important topic. I would probably read anything he wrote but I am impressed at how well researched, eloquent, moving and, yes, even funny this was. 4 leave it to John Green to make even tuberculosis entertaining. Nonfiction.Current:
Wild Dark Shore Popped up for me on Libby so I am joining the band wagon.
The Last Ranger Love Peter Heller's writing.
Selected Poems of Edna St. Vincent Millay: An Annotated Edition Isn't it poetry month?
“Tolkien and Lewis were attracted to the genres of myth and romance not because they sought to escape the world, but because for them the real world had a mythic and heroic quality.”
― Joseph Loconte, A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War: How J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Rediscovered Faith, Friendship, and Heroism in the Cataclysm of 1914-
What's different now from 1804 or 1904 is that tuberculosis is curable, and has been since the mid-1950s. We know how to live in a world without tuberculosis. But we choose not to live in that world.”
― John Green, Everything Is Tuberculosis
We live in between what we choose and what is chosen for us.”
― John Green, Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection
old Ansel, who used to manage ranches in California and now spent most of his days rereading the Russians. Chekhov, Turgenev, Pushkin. Ren had once asked him why he loved them, as he himself found the going mostly too dour. “I don’t love them,” Ansel had said. “You don’t?” “Nothing worth serious study is lovable.”― Peter Heller, The Last Ranger
53 books
4022 pages
41 audiobooks
12 print
#51
The Last Ranger I enjoy Peter Heller's books so much! A recurring theme in all his books is the beauty and harshness of nature juxtaposed against the soul and violence of man. The writing is beautiful and there is always an unexpected twist. This book, about a park ranger in love with the wolves and with the scientist studying the wolves, is no different. 4 lone wolf stars. Contemporary Fiction.#52
Wild Dark Shore Mixed feelings about this one. It was a weird book, part mystery, part cli-fi, part dystopia, part psychological thriller. It was also compelling in that I needed to finish the story to find out exactly what happened. I did not love the characters and I don't think it lives up to the current hype it is receiving but it was an entertaining book. 3 genre bending stars. Contemporary Fiction.#53
Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well Like many fitness books this was mostly an advertisement for the author's plan which can be found on her website and will be shared with you for an undisclosed amount of money. That aside there was some interesting information, and I may check out her exercise videos online. This book did reinforce my personal belief that diets that eliminate or over-emphasize entire categories of food are probably not healthy (BTW that is MY belief not necessarily the one promoted in the book). This book also has me rethinking my protein intake which is good. I will not be paying for "the plan" since I cannot in good conscience participate in any diet which suggests beef jerky as a snack (again just me). 3 sorting out the good from the bad stars. Nonfiction-Health.Currently:
The Selected Poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay For poetry month. Hopefully it won't take me a month to get through it.
Throne of Glass For my banned book challenge. Really liked it at first but now I'm cooling off.
Wrong Place Wrong Time Time loop.
“But here is the nature of life. That we must love things with our whole selves, knowing they will die.”
― Charlotte McConaghy, Wild Dark Shore
“Contrary to the messaging many of us are getting today, a hearty steak as part of your diet is better for you than ultra-processed plant-based foods such as Twinkies, Lucky Charms, and Impossible Burgers.”
― Gabrielle Lyon, Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well
Michelle wrote: "#52 Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy Wild Dark Shore Mixed feelings about this one. It was a weird book, part mystery, part cli-fi, part dystopia, part psychological thriller. "Isn’t it funny how books can hit us so differently? I agree with your review but, for whatever reason, I loved it.
On to the next book :) I’m interested to hear what you think of Edna St Vincent Millay.
Lillie wrote: "Michelle wrote: "#52 Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy Wild Dark Shore Mixed feelings about this one. It was a weird book, part mystery, part cli-fi, part dystopia, part psychological thriller..."I didn’t hate it Lillie. I just felt like it was trying too hard. I also felt like the characters’ motivations were a little off. I mean a strange woman washes ashore and suddenly everyone loves everyone else even though there’s that big secret we’re not talking about. I just couldn’t quite buy it. I’m glad to hear you loved it though. That’s why we need access to all types of books. Not every book speaks to every person.
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I read Peter Hellers The River, and really enjoyed it.
The Old Man and the Sea was a better read for me this time around, than when I read it in high school. I love a good classic, especially when it's short. LOL
Alondra wrote: "Great update, Michelle.I read Peter Hellers The River, and really enjoyed it.
The Old Man and the Sea was a better read for me this time around, than when I read it in high scho..."
The Old Man and the Sea definitely needs some life experience behind you to enjoy it. I wonder why we insist on making people read it in high school? I was not required to read it then. The Hemingway we were assigned in high school was A Farewell to Arms. I hated it and have not read it since even though I have read and enjoyed other Hemingway novels. Reading this one made me think maybe I should give that one a reread. Maybe there was more to it than I could comprehend at that time.
Peter Hellers is great and The River was one of his better ones. I think there is a sequel. The Guide???
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I read Peter Hellers The River, and really enjoyed it.
The Old Man and the Sea was a better read for me this time around, than when I read..."
I really have no idea; but classics are deemed cultured and should be read to be a more well rounded human being.... I guess. LOL
We also read The Catcher in the Rye, which I actually enjoyed. I think I enjoyed the debating more than the books, but they were still enjoyable.
I did add the 2nd book to my list.
“Oh, the days when people read novels to pass the time.”― Gillian McAllister, Wrong Place Wrong Time
57 books
4902 pages
44 audiobooks
13 print
#54
Wrong Place Wrong Time A woman must live her life backwards in time in order to save her son. I thought this was going to be a 3 star at best but when things started to come together at the end I really loved it. 4 how can you hate a good time loop novel stars. Fiction-Myster/Time Travel.#55
Throne of Glass I read this YA fantasy novel for my Banned Books challenge but it was more than I expected. I enjoyed the story, the writing was competent and for romantasy it was amazingly focused on the story. I might actually continue the series. 4 I guess I like my romantasy PG stars. Fiction-YA/Romantasy.#56
Jamaica Inn Rebecca still stands as my favorite by Daphne du Maurier but this is now a close second. Du Maurier was the master of the gothic romance, and this book is dripping with atmosphere. 3 I can still feel the dampness of the moors in my bones stars. Fiction-Gothic Romance/Mystery.#57
The Buffalo Hunter Hunter I did not want to like this native american vampire tale as much as I did. It was too dark and, well, gross. It was layered. So many layers. I'm not even sure I got it all. BUT it was so well written, like any good horror story I could not look away in spite of the gore. Stephen Graham Jones is an excellent writer. 4 a dark and gory nightmare stars.Current:
The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus's Final Days in Jerusalem For Easter
Darius the Great Is Not Okay For the banned book challenge
Edna St. Vincent Millay: Selected Poems: For poetry month
“What I am is the Indian who can’t die. I’m the worst dream America ever had.”
― Stephen Graham Jones, The Buffalo Hunter Hunter
“Don't you ever do anything other than read?" said Chaol.”
― Sarah J. Maas, Throne of Glass
I'm glad you liked Throne of Glass. That series is my favorite Sarah J. Maas series, but I hesitate to recommend it because I didn't enjoy the first book. Since you did, I'm going to recommend that you continue the series, or at least the next book, because in my opinion Crown of Midnight was much better than Throne of Glass. I also have no idea why the book was banned. I have only read Rebecca and Jamaica Inn by duMaurier, and I have to say I greatly preferred Rebecca. I seem to remember not liking the ending at all and throwing the book at the wall.
I can understand why you threw the book at the wall. The "romance " was less than satisfactory and running off with a scoundrel after barely surviving Jamaica Inn seemed like she didn't learn much. But I don't think the end of Rebecca was much better. It did feel like the heroine in Rebecca was just naive and unlucky, whereas the heroine in Jamaica Inn knowingly made poor choices. Maybe that is one reason Rebecca still wins out for me.
Michelle wrote: "I can understand why you threw the book at the wall. The "romance " was less than satisfactory and running off with a scoundrel after barely surviving Jamaica Inn seemed like she didn't learn much. But I don't think the end of Rebecca was much better. It did feel like the heroine in Rebecca was just naive and unlucky, whereas the heroine in Jamaica Inn knowingly made poor choices. Maybe that is one reason Rebecca still wins out for me."Oh, I felt some hope at the end of Rebecca for the heroine, whereas at the end of Jamaica Inn, I was just left wondering why. I still thought Jamaica Inn was 3 stars, the atmosphere of the novel was incredible. I am pretending those last couple of chapters never happened. I do want to read more by her. I don't necessarily need a happy ending to a book, but if there's no character growth, I'm left wondering about the point of it all.
Lea wrote: "Michelle wrote: "I can understand why you threw the book at the wall. The "romance " was less than satisfactory and running off with a scoundrel after barely surviving Jamaica Inn seemed like she d..."I agree on all points. Let me know if you find a du Maurier that tops Rebecca for you. I want to read it. I’ve also read The House on the Strand which was decent and My Cousin Rachel which I did not enjoy. In all of them though that gothic atmosphere was unforgettable.
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Now I want to read this more than ever!!! Woot!
Alondra wrote: "Michelle wrote: "“#57 The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones The Buffalo Hunter Hunter I did not want to like this native american vampire tale as much as I did. It was too dark and, wel..."I think you will like it Alondra. It was complicated and messy and very dark.
Michelle wrote: "“Oh, the days when people read novels to pass the time.”― Gillian McAllister, Wrong Place Wrong
#54
[b..."Think I need to move this one up on my list. I love a good time travel story
I hope you enjoy it Lillie. I liked it more than I expected. There was a nice story to go with the time travel.
Michelle wrote: "“Oh, the days when people read novels to pass the time.”― Gillian McAllister, Wrong Place Wrong Time
57 books
4902 pages
44 audiobooks
13 print
#54
[b..."I REALLY liked Throne of Glass and am looking forward to continuing with the series. IDK what it says about me that you mentioned a really gross vampire story and I immediately added to my TBR haha
Alissa wrote: "Michelle wrote: "“Oh, the days when people read novels to pass the time.”― Gillian McAllister, Wrong Place Wrong Time
57 books
4902 pages
44 audiobooks
13 print
#54 [bookcover:Wrong Place Wrong..."
LOL. Don't feel too bad. I listened to the vampire story on audiobook (double gross) and then at the end listened to an excerpt of another book by the same author and added that one to my TBR.
I'm looking forward to the next in the Throne of Glass series too. I don't know if the series lives up to the hype but I did enjoy it. I think in this case the hype may have been the reason I didn't read it.
“Because he was a man who took without giving, he left us nothing to grieve.”― Deesha Philyaw, The Secret Lives of Church Ladies
61 books
4926 pages
48 audiobooks
13 print
#58
Darius the Great Is Not Okay A nice coming of age story about a young man finding out who he is while surrounded by a loving family. 3 another book falls victim to banning stars. Fiction YA.#59
The Quiet Librarian She may have been quiet but she was ruthless and had quite the past. 3 unexpectedly NOT a cozy mystery stars. Historical Fiction/Thriller.#60
The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis George Stephanopoulos explores the history of the Whitehouse Situation Room from it's inception with Kennedy through the Biden Whitehouse. This was a fascinating book. I enjoyed the insider history it provided. As interesting as the book was the audio production was even better with many of the players relating their Situation Room experiences in their own voice. 4 a truly great listen stars. Nonfiction-History.#61
The Secret Lives of Church Ladies Well, I certainly got more than I bargained for with these church ladies. A series of surprisingly risqué short stories. 3 the ladies were a bit bawdy stars. Fiction-Short Story.Current:
Edna St. Vincent Millay: Selected Poems: This one went back to the library so my poetry month read may be an extended one.
The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus's Final Days in Jerusalem Easter week reading.
The Secret History I'm in for the story at this point but the audio production is terrible and the characters are worse.
“This book examines crisis management in the modern presidency. During the Trump administration, the president was the crisis to be managed.”
― George Stephanopoulos, The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis
Michelle wrote: "“The Secret Lives of Church Ladies Well, I certainly got more than I bargained for with these church ladies. A series of surprisingly risqué short stories. 3 the ladies were a bit bawdy stars. Fiction-Short Story.."L.O.L. !!
Karol wrote: "Michelle wrote: "“The Secret Lives of Church Ladies Well, I certainly got more than I bargained for with these church ladies. A series of surprisingly risqué short stories. 3 the ladies were a bit ..."Yes LOL! I truly did not expect that. Maybe I should have done my homework better.
“It is is better to know one book intimately than a hundred superficially.”― Donna Tartt, The Secret History
65 books
5200 pages
51 audiobooks
14 print
#62
The Secret History A young man tries to become part of an elite group of students at a small private college but in doing so opens himself up to the clandestine activities of the group. First of all, I listened to the audiobook which was unfortunately read by the author. I think it is a perfect example of why authors should not read their own books for the audiobook. I might have enjoyed the book more if I had opted for the print version, but I don't think so. The characters were all so unlikeable and the story was dark and long. 2 I can't see what all the hype is about stars. Fiction. #63
Last Night at the Telegraph Club A sensitive and well written story about a young woman in the 1950's questioning her sexuality. Unlike the previous book I liked this one very much. The characters were relatable and the history was well researched and presented. 3 a very nice piece of historical fiction stars. Historical Fiction/YA.#64
The Last Week: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus's Final Days in Jerusalem Two Christian historians follow Jesus through the week leading up to Easter using the book of Mark as a reference point. 4 a little Easter reading. Nonfiction-Christian.#65
Mrs. Dalloway Virginia Woolf follows a group of people through the day leading up to a party and through the party itself. I really wanted to like this one, but I did not. It is written in a stream of consciousness style that was difficult to follow. While the prose did flow almost lyrically at times, listening to all of the characters' inner thoughts did not make me like them. Outside of the characters themselves there might have been some astute observations about life but not a lot of story. 2 overall sad tone stars. Fiction-Classic.Current:
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell Not much headway so far.
Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story Frat boy true crime
The Wild Robot Escapes to read and discuss with my grandson
“The word felt dangerous, and also powerful, as if uttering it would summon someone or something”
― Malinda Lo, Last Night at the Telegraph Club
“Her life was a tissue of vanity and deceit.”
― Virginia Woolf, Mrs. Dalloway
“Still, life had a way of adding day to day”
― virginia woolf, Mrs. Dalloway
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― Donna Tartt, The Secret History
65 books
5200 pages
51 audiobooks
14 print
#62
[..."I can't say that I like Virginia Woolf but I'm glad that I've read a couple of her stories. Her style of story - telling is quite unique. The Wild Robot Escapes.. ahhhhh... I have the final book awaiting me..
I feel the same about Virginia Woolf. I'm not sorry I read it but it was a little too much like having to eat your least favorite vegetable. Roz is my grandson's current favorite character. I'm trying to keep up.
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― Donna Tartt, The Secret History
65 books
5200 pages
51 audiobooks
14 print
#62
[..."Folks either love or hate The Secret History. I have a copy, but the reviews are so mixed. Ugh
Alondra wrote: "Michelle wrote: "“It is is better to know one book intimately than a hundred superficially.”― Donna Tartt, The Secret History
65 books
5200 pages
51 audiobooks
14 print
#62 [bookcover:The Secre..."
People do seem to have strong feelings about it Alondra. I was taken to task on another thread for saying it wasn't a good audiobook. I'm standing by that though. The story was well written but weird with very unlikeable characters. Not horrible but not great IMO. The audiobook was a different story. It was bad. The author should never have been the reader for this book. The main POV was a young male. The author was not male and did not have a good male reading voice. Many of the characters supposedly had an affected way of speaking but this was poorly done by the author. A good reader with some vocal acting skills or even better a cast of readers would have made this an audiobook to remember. Instead, I am trying to forget it. This book is too long to suffer through a tortured audiobook. If you decide to go ahead with this one, definitely do not listen to the audiobook. That's all I'm sayin'.
Michelle wrote: "“ The characters were all so unlikeable and the story was dark and long. 2 I can't see what all the hype is about stars."Yup! Never understood the love. For me, I loathed it and I read the physical book. I don't actively hate a lot of books but this one I do (the other one for me is Normal People *shudder*). I liked The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt though 🤷🏻♀️
How are you liking Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell? I tried reading it years and years ago but never finished it. Weirdly enough, I enjoyed Piranesi. Maybe because it was shorter?
I'm surprised to hear The Goldfinch was better. I don't know if I'll ever be up to reading it after this book. Ugh!I'm liking Jonathan Strange but it's sort of meandering along. I'm hoping we get somewhere soon.
Michelle wrote: "I'm surprised to hear The Goldfinch was better. I don't know if I'll ever be up to reading it after this book. Ugh!I'm liking Jonathan Strange but it's sort of meandering along. I'm hoping we get somewhere soon."
Not sure you'd like The Goldfinch. A lot of people didn't like it at all but I was an art history major in school and I enjoyed those bits. From what I saw from those who didn't like it, it was too long and boring.
You get what you get and you don't get upset.”― Victoria Kann, Pinkalicious
68 books
5232 pages
54 audiobooks
14 print
#66.
Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story. Shocking true crime tale of murder and drug trafficking among frat boys. This went way beyond hazing and partying. It was a compelling story but I thought the author could have structured everything better. Also because he frequently referenced his own fraternity days, it felt like he was diminishing these crimes. 3 no boys will be boys for this one please stars. Nonfiction-True Crime.#67.
How to End a Love Story. I really enjoyed this improbable, bittersweet romance which began with a funeral and somehow delivered a happy ending. 4 tearjerker, frenemies, bookish ingenue stars. Fiction-Romance.#68.
Pinkalicious. This fun little book about a little girl who over-indulges in pink cupcakes is a part of my banned books challenge. I loved it and thought it was not only totally appropriate for children but carried several good lessons for them in its pages. 5 aren’t there enough real things out there to worry about protecting children from stars. Children’s-Banned.Currently:
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell A meandering fantasy so far.
The Wild Robot Escapes Moving slowly but still fun.
Edna St. Vincent Millay: Selected Poems: Back from the library so I can finish poetry month. Better late than never.
The SpellshopLoving this one.
By 2013, the fraternity lifestyle website Total Frat Move wrote, “Greek life today makes Animal House look like a Pixar movie.”
― Max Marshall, Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story
Loving him is poetry, and she thinks she’ll try her hand at that too”
― Yulin Kuang, How to End a Love Story
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Okay; well, I don't do audiobooks and I have a physical copy already. The worst that could happen is that it bites and I have to read something else. Poor book. LOL
Alondra wrote: "Michelle wrote: "People do seem to have strong feelings about it Alondra. I was taken to task on another thread for saying it wasn't a good audiobook. I'm standing by that though. The story was wel..."I hope you have an entirely different experience with it than I did Alondra. I'm looking forward to hearing what you think.
Michelle wrote: "#54 Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister Wrong Place Wrong Time A woman must live her life backwards in time in order to save her son. I thought this was going to be a 3 star at best but when things started to come together at the end I really loved it. 4 how can you hate a good time loop novel stars. Fiction-Myster/Time Travel."I've enjoyed this one too, and I agree about Rebecca, which is actually my only book by Daphne du Maurier, and a big favorite. I hope to read more by her...which one should I pick?
I'm not sure I can advise you on what du Maurier to try next Ioana. I loved Rebecca but the others I have read were just so-so for me. Maybe someone else will weigh in on this one.
Hmm, maybe I should just be happy with Rebecca. Which I am :-)
Hi, Ioana and Michelle! I have read 4 books by Daphne du Maurier: Rebecca, Jamaica Inn, My Cousin Rachel, and The House on the Strand.I'm not sure this will help, but to me, Rebecca is the best of these four. I also liked The House on the Strand a lot, although of the four it creeped me out the most. And I found My Cousin Rachel quite intriguing.
The only one I really did not care for was Jamaica Inn.
Karol wrote: "Hi, Ioana and Michelle! I have read 4 books by Daphne du Maurier: Rebecca, Jamaica Inn, My Cousin Rachel, and The House on the Strand..."Thanks Karol! I have actually read the same four du Maurier books and mostly agree with your assessment. Although, I found Jamaica Inn to be good but I did not like My Cousin Rachel much at all. I think we both agree that Rebecca is by far the best. Unfortunately that really doesn’t help Ioana at all. They all had great writing and great atmosphere. If you are looking for a moody gothic read, I don’t think you could go wrong with any of them. Again not very helpful we’re going to need more Goodread friends to help us settle this one.
“It wasn’t that she didn’t like people. It was only that she liked books more.”― Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop
“I can’t lose books; I’d lose me.”
― Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop
71 books
5269 pages
57 audiobooks
14 print
#69.
The Spellshop Sometimes you find a book that is not important or useful or particularly literary but it just suits you perfectly and you love it. That was this book for me. A perfect cozy fantasy about a reticent librarian and her sentient plant rescuing books from an unfortunate rebellion. 5 I loved it stars. Fantasy-Cozy.#70.
Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland Fascinating tale of one of the people who disappeared during “the troubles “ in Northern Ireland. A part of recent history that I knew little about. I found it interesting and enlightening. An excellent audio production. 4 a reminder to work for peace stars. Nonfiction-History.#71.
Hell and Back Craig Johnson blurs the lines with the 18th in the series. Sheriff Longmire lands right in the middle of a ghost story of his own making. 4 all ghosts are regrets stars. Mystery/Series.Who should be held accountable for a shared history of violence? It was a question that was dogging Northern Ireland as a whole.”
― Patrick Radden Keefe, Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland
rubble and broken glass, what one poet would memorably describe as “Belfast confetti.”
― Patrick Radden Keefe, Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland
Words are important, no matter what the language—they are perhaps one of the most powerful things we have. Words can preserve life or invoke death and should be handled with the same care as any deadly weapon.”
― Craig Johnson, Hell and Back
Michelle wrote: "#69. The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst The Spellshop Sometimes you find a book that is not important or useful or particularly literary but it just suits you perfectly and you love it. That was this book for me. A perfect cozy fantasy about a reticent librarian and her sentient plant rescuing books from an unfortunate rebellion. 5 I loved it stars. Fantasy-Cozy."I have this one on my list. May have to push it up and get to it sooner rather than later
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did Lillie. Right book at the right time.
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― Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop
“I can’t lose books; I’d lose me.”
― Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop
71 books
526..."
I need to finally read The Spellshop. I've had it for awhile now.
Bill wrote: "Michelle wrote: "“It wasn’t that she didn’t like people. It was only that she liked books more.”― Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop
“I can’t lose books; I’d lose me.”
― Sarah Beth Durst, The Spells..."
I hope you enjoy it Bill. It's not high adventure fantasy just good cozy fantasy. Hope you like books, plants and baking.
Karol wrote: "Hi, Ioana and Michelle! I have read 4 books by Daphne du Maurier: Rebecca, Jamaica Inn, My Cousin Rachel, and The House on the Strand..."Thank you both. I'm still not sure which one I'll pick up next, but because I'v been planning another one for a while, I think it will be fairly soon.
"They all had great writing and great atmosphere" - this is good enough for me!
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― Amor Towles, The Lincoln Highway
45 books
3570 pages
35 audiobooks
10 print
#42
#43
#44
#45
Currently:
The Old Man and the Sea A short book but I'm dawdling. Time to wrap it up.
The Last Ranger Need more time to read.
Daughter of the Morning Star My old friend Longmire
“Words could always be said, but could rarely be unsaid.”
― T. Kingfisher, A Sorceress Comes to Call
“Intentions always look better on paper than in reality.”
― Angie Thomas, The Hate U Give