Weekly Update

It's Monday!  What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at Book Journey. It has been forever since I've made time for this meme! I'm slowly getting my act more together the longer I'm at my new job, so I hope to get back in the groove and see what everyone is reading. Read: Bending Toward the Sun: A Mother and Daughter Memoir by Leslie Gilbert-Lurie--I am drawn to Holocaust stories, and I liked this one because it started with the Holocaust and followed Rita, the mother, as she dealt with the ramifications throughout her life and Leslie as she learned to deal with the fear and guilt she absorbed from her mom, and even gave a quick glance at the third generation's feelings of anxiety. Huck: The Remarkable True Story of How One Lost Puppy Taught a Family--and a Whole Town--About Hope and Happy Endings by Janet Elder--This was a touching little story about the kindness of strangers. Currently Reading: I, Coriander by Sally Gardner--A very good re-telling of Cinderella Beyonders: A World Without Heroes by Brandon Mull is my last review book! It's off to an interesting start, but I haven't gotten very far into it yet. Up Next: Since I've decided not to accept any more books for review, I am relishing the feeling of choosing whatever book I want based on my mood! I don't know what's up next, and it feels good! I will say that right now I'm thinking about some historical fiction. So that's it for me! What are you reading this week?

It's Monday!  What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at Book Journey. I missed posting last week, so I'm not sure where I left off. I think these are from the past week. Read: The Dark Divine by Bree Despain--Not my favorite. 3 Stars. Cleopatra's Daughter by Michelle Moran--Really good! 4 Stars The Vision of Emma Blau by Ursula Hegi--Probably suffered from interruptions. 3 Stars Everlasting by Angie Frazier--Lots of fun! 4 Stars Currently Reading: Oral History by Lee Smith. I just started this one and I'm not sure that it's what I'm in the mood for. I may put it aside for now. I do love Smith's work though. Up Next: I definitely need to get to Thumbing Through Thoreau, a book of quotations compiled by Kenny Luck. What are you reading this week?

Welcome to my weekly update for May 3, 2010! It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at Book Journey. I had a pretty good week last week. Reviewed: The Girl Who Chased [...]

It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at Book Journey. Wow, I just realized that I didn't actually get any reviews posted last week! I did get some written and scheduled last night. Read, Need Reviewing: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl The Prince of Mist by Carlos Ruiz Zafón Moon Called by Patricia Briggs Currently Reading: People of the Sword by Neil O'Donnell Up Next: Probably Bite Me by Christopher Moore. This guy just cracks me up and I can't wait to read his newest book. I also still have Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater waiting to be read. What are you reading this week?

It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at One Person's Journey Through a World of Books. Read and Reviewed: Claude & Camille: A Novel of Monet by Stephanie Cowell--Intriguing story, just not written in a style I liked. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick--Not for me. Night by Elie Wiesel--An important Holocaust memoir. Read, Needs Reviewing The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen Currently Reading Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl--I can't believe I've never read this before. Up Next: Possibly People of the Sword by Neil O'Donnell. I also just got Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater and Moon Called by Patricia Briggs from the library, so those may work their way to the top of my stack. Received: A sweet Goodreads friend sent me Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging by Louise Rennison, Suite Française by Irène Némirovsky, and Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen. I also received Thumb Flagging from the author, Jerome Peterson. Thanks! What are you reading this week?

It's Monday! What Are You Reading is hosted by Sheila at One Person's Journey Through a World of Books.  I visited my aunt and uncle for the long Easter weekend and had a great time.  Now I'm trying to get caught up here! Read and ReviewedThe Fetch by Laura Whitcomb. There were things I liked, but it was just an okay book for me. Storm Front by Jim Butcher. I finally started this series! It wasn't perfect, but I thought it was a lot of fun. Currently ReadingClaude & Camille: A Novel of Monet by Stephanie Cowell. It's not my favorite, but we'll see. Up NextI have to read Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick because it is due at the library at the end of the week and I don't have any more renewals. Bought This WeekChangeless by Gail Carriger--I'm super-excited to read this one!The Book of Ebenezer Le Page by G.B. EdwardsRick Steves' Spain 2010 ReceivedA Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick from Dr. Bill's Book Bazaar. Thanks, Bill! What are you reading this week?

It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at One Person's Journey Through a World of Books. Read and Reviewed: She-Rain by Michael Cogdill The Help by Kathryn Stockett Both of these were amazing! I highly recommend both! Currently Reading The Fetch by Laura Whitcomb It hasn't really grabbed me yet, but weekends aren't really great reading time for me. Up Next Possibly Hush, Hush, Claude & Camille, People of the Sword, or The Girl Who Chased The Moon. We'll see what I'm in the mood for. What are you reading this week?

It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is hosted by Sheila at One Person's Journey Through a World of Books. Finished and Reviewed: Tempest Rising by Nicole Peeler Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld Ash by Malinda Lo Currently Reading: She-Rain by Michael Cogdill Up Next: The Help by Kathryn Stockett! Finally! I requested this about two months ago from my library, and they just sent me a notice that it's available to be picked up. Now if my night-shift self can just get out of bed early enough to actually go get it tomorrow.... Other News: I got to go to not one but two author signings last week!  I was at Sarah Addison Allen's official book launch on Tuesday, and I got to see Ron Rash on Friday! I'll be writing about both signings as soon as I make time for it. If either is going to be close to you, go see them! What are you reading this week?

It's Monday! What Are You Reading?  is hosted by Sheila at One Person's Journey Through a World of Books. Read and Reviewed: Shades of Grey by Jasper Fforde, The Postmistress by Sarah [...]