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.
Well, that’s one week of sheltering in place! Who knows how many more to go… I hope everyone is staying safe and cozy and healthy at home, with lots and lots of books to keep you company.
What did I read during the last week?
Hearts of Oak by Eddie Robson: Loved it! So weird and amazing. My review is here.
Becoming by Michelle Obama: Incredibly powerful and inspiring. My review is here.
Smoke Bitten (Mercy Thompson, #12) by Patricia Briggs: I love this series, and this new book was exactly what I needed this week! My review is here.
Read but not reviewed:
Nevertheless, She Persisted: This e-book freebie is a collection of flash fiction by some amazing writers, all starting with those famously awful words: She was warned. She was given an explanation. Nevertheless, she persisted. Definitely worth checking out!
Alone With the Stars by David R. Gillham: This Audible original was free last month, and I’m glad I gave it a try! This brief story (under 3 hours) cuts back and forth between Amelia Earhart on her final flight and a teen-aged girl in Florida who picks up her distress signals. It’s moving and nicely narrated — and made me want to find more to read about Amelia Earhart.
Pop culture — Outlander, season 5:
Here’s my latest Outlander reaction post:
Episode 506, “Better To Marry Than Burn” (3/2/2020) – here
Other TV watching:
My son and I watched Jumanji: The Next Level, and you know what? It’s a perfect diversion for these crazy days. We laughed. A lot.
A Quiet Place was so creepy! I’m glad we watched during the day while the sun was shining.
And…. I watched To All The Boys – PS I Still Love You. It was cute, but considering how much I loved the first movie, this one was just okay.
Fresh Catch:
Thanks, Orbit, for sending me this:
Can’t wait to get started!
What will I be reading during the coming week?
Currently in my hands:
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune: Really fun so far. And another book with a terrific cover!
Now playing via audiobook:
Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert: Sometimes, light and sweet is exactly what’s needed. Even though it’s a little more explicit than I tend to prefer in my romance stories.
Ongoing reads:
The Space Between by Diana Gabaldon: The latest in Outlander Book Club’s group read-alongs. A very fun re-read.
Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes: My book group’s newest classic read is now underway. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week.
So many books, so little time…
Be safe Lisa and Happy reading!!!
Thank you! I hope you’re staying safe and healthy too.
Enjoy your reading!
I just finished watching the fourth season of Outlander, I really hope season 5 will release here soon! But I think we are always one year behind the US release..
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Well, I hope you enjoyed season 4! 🙂 I have friends in other places too who are always a year behind, but at least it comes eventually. I hope you have a great week!
I did! And yes luckily haha!
I hope to read The House in the Cerulean Sea soon as well, but The Book of Koli will probably push it aside, since I’m unbelievably excited for it😁
I’m trying to stick to my nice orderly reading list for my ARCs, going in order by release date, but it’s hard to resist jumping ahead to certain books! Especially since I’ve already fallen behind…
Lots of time for reading, Lisa! I have a feeling this will be going on for a long time…Hope you are doing well 🙂
Sadly, yes, I think this is the new reality for weeks (if not months) to come. Best to you and your family!
Thank you – you too 🧡