Lyn M's 2010 Reading Log

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

They were brutal. In fact, I was sitting outside on the deck one day reading the book, and I must have fallen asleep and dropped the book at least three times. I usually find that is the case with a lot of non-fiction history books as the author is trying to introduce all the players and situations. I have learned, though, just to plug through them.

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I just finished Rush Home Road: A Novel by Lori Lansens. This is the first of her books that I have read, but they come highly recommended. I will certainly say that this one did not disappoint. It is a very poignant story about a women's look back on her life, and her love for a little girl who literally left on her doorstep. I was actually disappointed when the book ended as I was enjoying reading about the main characters so much. I am eagerly anticipating read this author's other two books.

[Colleen]

I am thinking of getting Marie at the library today so I can try to catch up on my gr. I have caught up on posts and gr at THL but I am kind of scared to go over to AHoR to catch up on posts since I know there will be so many.

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Ya, and there are a couple from your favorite person, who is just SO MUCH fun. I miss you over there, though. I am really slogging slowly through Marie, but it is really good, but not an easy read like Thomas Cromwell.

[Colleen]

So I caught up and I know what you mean, Jen and I had a little crab fest about that. Specificall the nominations for the next group read, Jen just wants to say to her "Oh I'm sorry, did I make you a moderator and forget???" Geez!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I almost made a snide comment, but I didn't!

[Colleen]

OMG I know, I wanted to so bad because I hate it when people are rude for no reason especially to my friends.

[Aly]

:) I love you guys!!

[Colleen]

Love you too Aly! And I love that you know exactly what and who we are talking about!

[Aly]

Jennifer made me feel better too. She has officially changed the rules LOL.

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Good for her, I was suggesting that we do that. I hope my note to you conveyed my support of you and not her. And of course, Tina came to the rescue, so all is good!

[Colleen]

Heeheehee...

[Aly]

Thanks, Lyn! It did! did I write you back?? I thought I remember doing so, but my brain has been off somewhere LOL

[Colleen]

Lyn, I am on the chapter entitled "The Spanish Princess" where are you at in thtc?

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I am still at he Coronation, but planning on reading a lot during the next few days, so should catch up quickly, although you are probably done by now, but I should be done later this week.

Aly - you did answer me, I just wanted to make sure all was all right.

[Colleen]

I am not done yet, Jennifer and I are trying to read it together and I got ahead of her again so I have to stop reading for a couple days and just read MA for now. I have more time to read than she does... maybe too much time LOL

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

In MA I am just starting Chapter Twelve, Fulfilling Their Wishes. In thtc I am just starting The Death of A Queen.

[Colleen]

In MA I am on "Arrest the Cardinal!" and in thtc I am on "The Prince Discovers his Conscience".

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I am trying to catch up, but haven't had much time to read. I will be working on it today though!

[Colleen]

That's great! Keep me posted where you are at and you will catch up to mee in time.

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Wow, I just finished my 47th book. I am almost to 50. I am so excited!! Thanks to all my GR friends I have read some great books.

[Donna, The Pusher]

Wow! Did you start in Jan?

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I did, before I got to this group, but I already had a goal and started then. I have been reading so much this year. I hardly ever watch TV anymore, lol. Last year I think I only read 28 books for the whole year.

I'm trying to make 75 this year.

[Donna, The Pusher]

I have no doubts! Congrats!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Thanks.

[Jennifer]

Congrats Loves!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I finished Cranberry Queen over the weekend. One more before Shanghai Girls.

As for CQ, I'm giving it a 3.5 or even 3.75, almost a 4. I liked it a lot, great characters and story line, I just got a little frustrated with Diana in the middle of the book. I can see why she wanted to hide what was going on, but at one point I wanted to slap her and yell "gets some Cajones, girl!". Probably because I see a lot of myself in that behavior and don't like when I do that, lol. I thought the ending was really good though.

[Aly]

Wow, great job, Lyn!!!! I'm about caught up with Colleen again which makes me feel good LOL. I know you can make it to 75 this year!!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Thanks Aly. I am sort of surprised at myself, and if my husband knew, he would probably shoot me, lol.

[Colleen]

Way to go Aly, though it makes me feel like I need to read faster, LOL. I swear Sunne is the last big book I am reading this year!

[Aly]

I can't seem to stay away from the huge books. I just started reading another 800 pg book. In the last five months, I've read some of the biggest books ever LOL. I'm a super fast reader, but I need to lay off some of these epic novels haha!!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

What is the latest one?

I am almost finished with Confessions, and I have to say, the French court just may be my new fave!

[Aly]

It's called The Crimson Petal and the White. It's about a prostitute in Victorian England. And so far, it is one the best books I have ever read. Some references are little nasty for my taste, but for the most part, the writing is awesome! Faber wrote it like he was giving the reader a tour through these people's lives. It's really neat!! I started reading it in lieu of THL's soon to be new group read LOL. that PG book is slow to start. I hope it picks up.


What do you think of Confessions so far? I think the French court may be my new favorite too!!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I LOVE it. I have decided that I will probably read everything C.w. writes. There is so much action, intrigue, and backstabbing in this book. WOW!!. I also really want to read more about Margot, Henri of Navarre, Charles and Henri Valois. I wonder if there are any books about Coligny. I would love to hear his side of the story. \


Enough gushing.

The Crimson Petal and the White is supposed to be great. I have it, but I have not read it yet, lol. I will get to it someday. Did you know it is on the 1001 books you must read before you die?

[Colleen]

I sense a BR Lyn! I have CPatW too and have been wanting to read it but can't stomach another big book right now, lol.

I have always been fascinated by the French court too. I defs want to learn more abou Catherine de Medici now that I have read C.W.'s book!

[Aly]

I wanna read all of C.w.'s stuff too!! I really enjoyed that book!!! CPatW is turning into a really quick read despite its size. It's super easy to get into.

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Colleen - should we add it to our 2011 list?

[Jennifer]

Lyn M wrote: "Colleen - should we add it to our 2011 list?"

I'm in!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Cool Jen!

[Jennifer]

I'm not even sure I have heard of it before Aly started reading it but I'll find it. It sounds awesome and Aly's giving it great reviews :)

[Colleen]

That's good to know Aly, makes me look forward to it even more.

Lyn, lets add it to our 2011 BR list then!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Sounds perf. It is on my list for 2011

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Just finished number 57. YAY!

[Jennifer]

Yay Lyn!!

I picked up my copy of CPatW the other day :)

[Aly]

It's soooo good!!!!!!!! I just picked up a new book on the Tudors. wooo!!! LOL

[Jennifer]

Which one, Aly?

I found a couple the other day, as well. I have them on hold though and can't remember which ones they are but I know there's 3 of them. One I actually brought home with me was The Sixth Wife by Suzannah Dunn.

Edit: found out the other ones I have on hold. New Worlds, Lost Worlds: The Rule of the Tudors, 1485-1603 by Susan Brigden, The Tudor Age by Jasper Ridley and Mary Tudor: The Spanish Tudor by H.F.M. Prescott. And they're all in great condition :)

[Aly]

The Tudors
I haven't had a chance to really delve into it yet, but it covers Henry VII all the way to Elizabeth I. It's huge LOL

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

Oh no, more books to add to my wish list!

[Lyn (Readinghearts)]

I just finished number 65, so I still have to read 10 by the end of December. I don't think I am going to make it. :(

[Colleen]

65 is still a fantastic number though Lyn!