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’m on a visit back east to see family this week. It’s hectic but fun… and I did get to do a lot of reading on the plane!
What did I read during the last week?
Not a single review written… but here’s what I read:
The Umbrella Academy: A graphic novel – just okay. I didn’t love the artwork, and overall, I enjoy the characters on the TV series much more than in the book.
The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane by Katherine Howe: A re-read. The sequel comes out later this month, and I definitely needed a refresher! It’s been nine years since I first read this book. Really enjoyed it again the 2nd time around!
Anne of Avonlea by L. M. Montgomery: The audiobook was lovely! Can’t believe I made it this far in life without getting to know Anne!
And from last week:
Recursion by Black Crouch: Absolutely loved this book! I finished it last week, but just posted a review a few days ago.
Pop culture:
What’s a reader to do when she finishes a book on a plane? Switch over to Netflix for a charming rom-com!
Fresh Catch:
Two exciting ARCs arrived in the mail right before I left on my trip:
The grammar book releases in August; the Obama/Biden book in July. So psyched for both!
What will I be reading during the coming week?
Currently in my hands:
I have two different books on the go right now:
Now playing via audiobook:
Anne of the Island by L. M. Montgomery: More Anne! My plan right now is to keep going with the Anne audiobooks — so much fun to listen to.
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.
- The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens — our current classic selection.
So many books, so little time…
Bookshelf Fantasies 