My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.
Life.
I ended up staying home three days this week due to a family medical situation (all is well, but I was just needed around the house) — so on the plus side, I ended up with more time for reading than usual!
What did I read during the last week?
Storm Cursed by Patricia Briggs: The newest Mercy book! Loved it, of course. My review is here.
Red, White & Royal Blue: A totally adorable love story! Really a delightful read. My review is here.
The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren: Light & fluffy romance. My review is here.
And a novella too! I read (and loved) The Undefeated by Una McCormack. My review is here.
Pop culture:
I did a lot of thinking about TV this week, I guess, since I posted not one but two TV-related pieces:
Fresh Catch:
After my somewhat insane splurging last week, I made it through a week with no book purchases at all. Yay, me!
What will I be reading during the coming week?
Currently in my hands:
Westside by W. M. Akers: Just getting started, but I like it already!
Now playing via audiobook:
A River of Stars by Vanessa Hua: My book group’s pick for May. Getting close to the end — which is good, since our discussion starts this week.
Ongoing reads:
Two ongoing book group reads at the moment:
- A Fugitive Green by Diana Gabaldon, from the Seven Stones To Stand or Fall collection: We’re just starting this (long) short story (novella?) this week. I’ve read it once before, but it’s a good one! Looking forward to sharing it with the group
- The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens — our current classic selection. I’m all caught up, which is good — it’s my turn to write chapter summaries this week.
Pop culture footnote:
I’m writing this on Sunday, counting the hours until the Game of Thrones finale. My anxiety levels are creeping higher and higher. I hope the ending isn’t a major letdown.
So many books, so little time…
I’m glad everything is ok, Lisa! Sending well wishes! Red, White and Royal Blue sounds so cute!
Thanks, Jennifer! On the mend. 🙂
I should probably do a “what I read last week” on my Fuldapocalypse review blog, since I read so much…
I really have fun doing my wrap-up posts — it’s a nice way to feel like I accomplished something!
You always have such a great balance. I liked your comment about A River of Stars. Sometimes I read my book club choice way ahead of time and I regret it because I forget what happened in the book. Other times I’m reading right until I leave to meet my friends. That’s a little hectic but at least the story is fresh in my mind!
Ha, glad I’m not the only one who has to time book group books just right in order not to forget the details! 🙂
Enjoy your reading!
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Thank you!