The Sunday Post (4)

 

 

It's been a somewhat stressful time lately and I don't see that changing any time soon. Work is not what I want it to be and am hoping that it improves. But, the biggest thing happening is my oldest is graduating from high school in a few days. I am not sure where the time has gone and while I am so proud of her, I am sad knowing that my little girl is really not so little anymore. Add that to the fact that my Mom s not here for it, it just makes it that much harder. 

I also feel like I am in a reading slump lately - also not normal for me. I am currently reading Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan. It is good and I am interested in the plot. It's not them, it's me for sure. 

Currently reading (Netgalley) 

The Dinner by Herman Koch (paperback)

I haven't started this one and have read mixed reviews but think it sounds good. 

Can't wait to see what you are reading or are going to be reading!

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Mailbox Monday (1)

 

Mailbox Monday is a gathering place for readers to share the books that came in their mailbox during the last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists. 

Well, I don't just count books that came in the mail but also books that were purchased. And this week we had quite of few of each. 

Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner

The Day I Ate Whatever I Wanted by Elizabeth Berg

The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult

Choke by Chuck Palahniuk

The Stupidest Angel by Christopher Moore

Whisper Network by Chandler Baker

Bad Things Happen Here by Rebecca Barrow

The Year of Pleasures by Elizabeth Berg

Children of a Vanished World by Roman Vishniac

Bullet by Laurell K. Hamilton

No Country for Old Men by Cormac McCarthy

After You by Jojo Moyes

Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney

Beasts of Extraordinary Circumstances by Ruth Emmie Long

The Chicken Sisters by KJ Dell'Antonia

You'll Thank Me for This by Nina Siegal

Sisters in Arms by Kaia Alderson

It is hard to decide what book to read next when there are so many good ones, not just in this list but on my ever growing shelves. What are you reading now?

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The Sunday Post (3)

 

 

Not much sleep happening lately. I am starting a new job next Monday after only being at the one I am at now for a few months. This is not how I roll, but with vacation and insurance I feel like this is something I have to do. 

I'm REALLY missing my Mom lately. She was the only parent I ever had and my rock at all times. I feel alone, even though I am surrounded by friends and family who love me. It just is an empty spot that I am not sure will ever be filled. 

Recently finished The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. I knew as soon as I picked it up I would enjoy it. Just a great author, one I need to read as much as I can by. I am still behind in reviews, hopefully will get to them soon.

Currently reading 

The It Girl by Ruth Ware (NetGalley) and

I am looking forward to starting The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams. It is part of a buddy read so that always helps 

Can't wait to see what you are reading or are going to be reading!

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Top 5 Books I Want to Reread in 2022

This week’s topic at Meeghan Reads Top 5 Tuesday is top 5 books I want to reread in 2022.

 

I alwasy, always have a list of books that I want to reread. And, I am sure all of you have an ever growing TBR pile so then I almost feel guilty. But, there are a few that I will certainly be reading again this year for a variety of reasons. 

 

If you missed the January-March 2022 topics please see this link. Top 5 Tuesday was created by Shanah @ Bionic Book Worm, and is now being hosted here @ Meeghan reads.

top 5 books I want to reread in 2022

Verity— Colleen Hoover

Unless you have been living under a rock, I am sure you have heard of Verity by Colleen Hoover. Having read this book years ago, a lot of it has stuck with me but I feel like I want to reread it to get all the details back in my mind, fresher than ever. Then I can jump into the conversations surrounding it again and know that I am not remembering things wrong. 

 

The Thirteenth Tale — Diane Setterfield

It is rare that I give a book 5 stars, but this one gets 5. It has been YEARS since I have read it, and to be honest I don't remember it completely. But, my aunt and I were talking about great books not that long ago and this book came up. I decided it was time to read it again.

 

The Mayfair Witches — Anne Rice

I have been a fan of Anne Rice for a LONG time. Read this series many years ago and remember liking it even more than Interview with a Vampire et al, so thought I would give it another shot. 

IT — Stephen King

My Mom passed away in November and I am still struggling pretty bad with it. These last two picks were her two favorites. IT was her favorite book of all time. I am also a HUGE Stephen King fan, and even though this one is mammoth I want to read it again, if for no other reason than to feel a little closer to her. 

 

Helter Skelter — Vincent Bugliosi

Another favorite of my Mom's...and mine too. We both were always fascinated by the Mason family and the murders that took place so I am actually looking forward to reading this one again. It's been a long time as well.

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It's Monday! What Are You Reading? (5)

 

It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? a place to meet up and share what you have been, and are about to be reading over the week. It’s a great post to organize yourself. It’s an opportunity to visit and comment and er… add to your groaning TBR pile! So welcome in everyone. This meme started on J Kaye’s blog and then was hosted by Sheila from Book Journey. Sheila then passed it on to Kathryn here at The Book Date.

Jen Vincent, Teach Mentor Texts, and Kellee of Unleashing Readers decided to give It’s Monday! a kidlit focus. If you read and review books in children’s literature – picture books, chapter books, middle grade novels, young adult novels or anything in those genres – join them.

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Another week, hard to believe how fast time goes sometimes. It's been a rough week, work isn't good and I had my infusion on Friday so haven't been feeling the best emotionally or physically. But, thankfully I always have my friends, family and books. 

What I read last week:

What I am reading now:

Up next:

I always have plans on what I am going to read next but they never stay the same. But, I'm thinking The Dutch House by Anne Patchett.

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The Sunday Post (2)

 

So I had my infusion on Friday and that usually means a pretty quiet weekend. To be honest, that seems to be all of our weekends lately. My husband wants to start doing things, but with the weather there isn't much to do outside so will have to try and think of some fun things. 

The job is the job. Not sure if I'm loving it and there are some things that are bothersome. Will have to wait and see how things go. Have 4 9 hour days this week, not totally excited about that. 

Recently finished The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager, Time is a Mother by Ocean Vuong and Furiously Happy by Jenny Lawson. Look for reviews soon (I am behind).

Currently reading An American Marriage by Tayari Jones and This Might Hurt by Stephanie Wrobel.  I haven't started An American Marriage yet but can already tell This Might Hurt is going to be crazy!

Can't wait to see what you are reading or are going to be reading!

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Book Blogger Hop - Genres You Refuse to Read

I don't usually say no to any genre, but I am not a huge fan of straight up romance. Think Harlequin. I need a little more substance to my reading. 

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Book Beginnings on Fridays (1)

 

Every Friday Book Beginnings on Friday is hosted by Gillian at Rose City Reader where you can share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires.

I am getting an IV infusion today so wanted to start something that I thought would be a little more fun. In the past I listened to Broken (in the best possible way) by Jenny Lawson and absolutely loved it. I decided to bring Furiously Happy by the same author today and it started with some laughs at the author's expense. She is one of the most down to earth, funny authors I have read. It really is something to read about her struggles but I do love it. 

Onto the first sentence, and it's a doozy. 

First sentence: "You're not crazy. STOP CALLING YOURSELF CRAZY," my mom says for the eleventy billionth time. "You're just sensitive. And...a little...odd."

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It's Monday - What Are You Reading? (4)

 

It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? a place to meet up and share what you have been, and are about to be reading over the week. It’s a great post to organise yourself. It’s an opportunity to visit and comment and er… add to your groaning TBR pile! So welcome in everyone. This meme started on J Kaye’s blog and then was hosted by Sheila from Book Journey. Sheila then passed it on to Kathryn here at The Book Date.

Jen Vincent, Teach Mentor Texts, and Kellee of Unleashing Readers decided to give It’s Monday! a kidlit focus. If you read and review books in children’s literature – picture books, chapter books, middle grade novels, young adult novels or anything in those genres – join them.

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Happy Valentine's Day! Having been with my husband for 25+ years we are not the most romantic individuals in the world. There has been a lot going on personally and professionally so it will be just another day. We did have a nice weekend though, bought a few plants/flowers and just enjoyed spending time together. 

What I read last week:

Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney

Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy

What I am reading now:

Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield 

The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager 

Up next:

I always have plans on what I am going to read next but they never stay the same. But, I'm thinking The Dutch House by Anne Patchett.

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The Sunday Post (1)

 

Another quiet weekend but work is crazy. The new job is a little more than anticipated and hopefully I will get the hang of things and the stress level will go down. I have my Ocrevus infusion on Friday so that means 9 hour days this week and next to make up the time. 

Recently finished Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney and Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy. Look for reviews soon (I am behind).

Currently reading Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield and The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager Both are good so far and can't wait to see where they go. 

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