Here you go with another book that I have read. I just finished reading Richard Paul Evans' book called "Miles to Go." It is part of "The Walk Series." I don't know how many books this series will have but it is definitely a book worth reading. Richard Paul Evans is a good author. This book is kind of sneaky. I would think, oh I will just read to the end of this chapter and then I would find myself reading the chapter after that. I guess you can say that it is another book that I did not want to put down too much. The friend who loaned it to me, said that this book is slower than the first book, "The Walk." I found them both to be compelling and interesting. Of course, I have to wait until next year for the next one to come out. And of course, it ended with a big question mark!! (or should I do this ??) It ended leaving me totally wondering... Who is this in the book?
As a side note as well... this book makes me curious how the author researched for this book. Maybe I will have to look that up as well. It is an interesting concept, a man that starts to walk. He starts out with not much at all. He finds a lot along the way, surprisingly builds relationships and learns things about himself and others. All in all this is a good book and I am looking forward to the next one in the series to come out in April of 2012.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
"The Dashwood Sisters Tell All"
Last Friday, I started reading "The Dashwood Sisters Tell All." Well later, in the day I finished reading this book. I read it on the bus to and from work, then I was doing laundry and just could not put it down. I stayed up late to get it done. It is so fun to have a book to read like that. Something I just can't put down!
My mom used to say that I should not read so fast.
Some books I just can't stop until I am done and this was one of them. This author has some other books along the Austen theme that are great as well. The others are "Jane Austen Ruined My Life" and "Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart."
This was a book about sisters(of course!), romance, discovering yourself, and some Jane Austen facts thrown in. After reading this, it makes me want to do a tour like the sisters did in this book and see those sights in England.
My mom used to say that I should not read so fast.
Some books I just can't stop until I am done and this was one of them. This author has some other books along the Austen theme that are great as well. The others are "Jane Austen Ruined My Life" and "Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart."
This was a book about sisters(of course!), romance, discovering yourself, and some Jane Austen facts thrown in. After reading this, it makes me want to do a tour like the sisters did in this book and see those sights in England.
Friday, May 27, 2011
"The Help"
I have been wanting to read "The Help." Thought it sounded good, but just hadn't bought it yet. I saw a trailer for the movie. So I thought I would check it out again. I got on the Nook to browse and ended up buying it.
What a good book!! So powerful too. It made me think about how people are treated and how they have been treated. I like how in the book the author says we are all people. We do not know what others are going through. Characters in the book though that they knew each other and it showed that they didn't.
This was a book that I was just hooked in from the first page. It was great! I can't wait for the movie to come out. I hope it is good.
What a good book!! So powerful too. It made me think about how people are treated and how they have been treated. I like how in the book the author says we are all people. We do not know what others are going through. Characters in the book though that they knew each other and it showed that they didn't.
This was a book that I was just hooked in from the first page. It was great! I can't wait for the movie to come out. I hope it is good.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Haven't Written But I Have Read
I know that I have not written in a LONG time!! I have been adding to my list of books that I am reading. That is all I have done on this blog lately!! It is crazy I know. I have good intentions and then they haven't panned out. I will write when I have some time. I guess I better make some time really soon!
So this entry is short and sweet!
So this entry is short and sweet!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Books Books Books
Ever since I got the Nook it is way too easy to get books. I keep telling myself to stop! I will be more disciplined. I love my Nook but I have so many books now! Since I haven't blogged in awhile I thought I should add to my list of books that I have read so far this year. I was sick last week and if I was not sleeping, wiping my nose, going to the doctor, or watching a movie, I was reading. (Don't forget drinking plenty of liquids!!)
I found a new author to read during that time. I think I might have read one of her books before last week but I am not sure. It has been awhile since I blogged! I have lost track. Aside from that, the author's name is Kristan Higgins. I feel I have to warn people though that her books do contain swearing (use of the F word) and sex (I would not call it trashy). Her stories are lighthearted, humorous, and well written characters. The stories do have a lot of similarities, such as the heroines usually are close with their families, live back east (a few in Maine). One theme that Higgins likes is how a "hero" someone who is perfect. Or has the heroine just made him perfect in her eyes? When someone else comes along there might be someone better and someone who is real. Higgins probably likes "Pride and Prejudice" because the meeting of the two meant to be together usually starts on rocky territory. Then again who does not like a Mr. Darcy story once in awhile. If you know me at all, you know that I do!! So needless to say I enjoyed the books by Kristan Higgins.
Two other books I added are by Marcia Lynn McClure. She is a favorite author of mine. Her books are a great escape. I have definitely needed that with the stress of work!! It makes me smile just to type this, but you can always count on Marcia Lynn McClure for some great kisses! The other main ingredient to any of her books, is our hero to take of his shirt! I know, how silly, but very fun to read!! In "Kiss in the Dark", there is a scene in the book where three of the male characters take their shirts off!! That made me laugh, it was so cute!
"Not Just Make Believe" is a book that I found just through a search with the Nook. Darn old Nook drawing me in. It is just to easy to buy these books. I am having fun though... I am supposed to be telling you a book... Right! "Not Just Make Believe" is just a cute book. I know I have said this before! So many of the books I read are cute. This is a good one though. The heroine is a plus size girl and I like a story with a real character. She was not perfect and she is insecure. Remember me calling the story cute, though. It is not believable story I know that but I did enjoy reading it and that pretty important.
Reading is fun. Reading can be an escape. Reading can teach us things. Reading can make us laugh, make us think... Reading is so cool!
Now the question is, what should I read next?
I found a new author to read during that time. I think I might have read one of her books before last week but I am not sure. It has been awhile since I blogged! I have lost track. Aside from that, the author's name is Kristan Higgins. I feel I have to warn people though that her books do contain swearing (use of the F word) and sex (I would not call it trashy). Her stories are lighthearted, humorous, and well written characters. The stories do have a lot of similarities, such as the heroines usually are close with their families, live back east (a few in Maine). One theme that Higgins likes is how a "hero" someone who is perfect. Or has the heroine just made him perfect in her eyes? When someone else comes along there might be someone better and someone who is real. Higgins probably likes "Pride and Prejudice" because the meeting of the two meant to be together usually starts on rocky territory. Then again who does not like a Mr. Darcy story once in awhile. If you know me at all, you know that I do!! So needless to say I enjoyed the books by Kristan Higgins.
Two other books I added are by Marcia Lynn McClure. She is a favorite author of mine. Her books are a great escape. I have definitely needed that with the stress of work!! It makes me smile just to type this, but you can always count on Marcia Lynn McClure for some great kisses! The other main ingredient to any of her books, is our hero to take of his shirt! I know, how silly, but very fun to read!! In "Kiss in the Dark", there is a scene in the book where three of the male characters take their shirts off!! That made me laugh, it was so cute!
"Not Just Make Believe" is a book that I found just through a search with the Nook. Darn old Nook drawing me in. It is just to easy to buy these books. I am having fun though... I am supposed to be telling you a book... Right! "Not Just Make Believe" is just a cute book. I know I have said this before! So many of the books I read are cute. This is a good one though. The heroine is a plus size girl and I like a story with a real character. She was not perfect and she is insecure. Remember me calling the story cute, though. It is not believable story I know that but I did enjoy reading it and that pretty important.
Reading is fun. Reading can be an escape. Reading can teach us things. Reading can make us laugh, make us think... Reading is so cool!
Now the question is, what should I read next?
Monday, February 14, 2011
A Contradiction
Yep today is Valentine's Day. Valentimes Day. Single Awareness Day. Halloween. Whatever you want to call it. Those are just a few of the names I have heard for this day.
I like to say "Valentine's Day, I spit on you." Then I would make a spitting sound. Very ladylike, I know! That is the way I feel and I believe in honesty.
Even though I say that I still made cookies and brought them into work. You have to celebrate once in awhile. It is fun to find the fun even in a day like Valentine's. So that is why I know I am a contradiction.
The cookies turned out really good. So I thought I would share the recipe in my blog.
I found this recipe in a holiday recipe book my friend Jennifer made for me. It is from Whitney, her sister-in-law and just a cool person.
Whitney's Sugar Cookies
1 1/3 cups shortening
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
4 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp salt
6 cups flour
Mix ingredients well in the order listed above. (If you can, do not stop mixing.)
Roll & cut thick.
Bake at 350 for 7-10 minutes.
Frost and enjoy!
The people at work loved them!!
I like to say "Valentine's Day, I spit on you." Then I would make a spitting sound. Very ladylike, I know! That is the way I feel and I believe in honesty.
Even though I say that I still made cookies and brought them into work. You have to celebrate once in awhile. It is fun to find the fun even in a day like Valentine's. So that is why I know I am a contradiction.
The cookies turned out really good. So I thought I would share the recipe in my blog.
I found this recipe in a holiday recipe book my friend Jennifer made for me. It is from Whitney, her sister-in-law and just a cool person.
Whitney's Sugar Cookies
1 1/3 cups shortening
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
4 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp salt
6 cups flour
Mix ingredients well in the order listed above. (If you can, do not stop mixing.)
Roll & cut thick.
Bake at 350 for 7-10 minutes.
Frost and enjoy!
The people at work loved them!!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
"Charlotte Collins" by Jennifer Becton
I finished another book. I just could not put it down! It was "Charlotte Collins" by Jennifer Becton. I found it, thanks to the Nook. I love that thing, but then you already know that if you have read my other blogs.
I am sucker for anything Pride and Prejudice related. I love the movies and the books. I am not so much of a purist that it only can be a book for Jane Austen herself. Those characters are wonderful and it is great to read other stuff. Some better than others, but doesn't that go without saying? (I did just say it, or rather wrote it, typed it, whatever.)
This book is about Elizabeth Bennett's friend Charlotte Lucas, who marries the terrible Mr. Collins. Don't worry that the book is about Mr. Collins, it is not!! The book starts with the funeral of Mr. Collins. So Charlotte is now single and trying to figure out her life. Still not wanting to be a burden on her parents. Her sister Maria is in this story and Charlotte agrees to be her chaperone so that Maria may have a social life. They go through some trials and of course go to a ball or two, and you must have a game of whist thrown in there as well. This is a really good read. It was fun to have Charlotte's character developed further. I know it is someone else's interpretation and not Austen's. I thought the author did a good job with what Austen detailed in Pride and Prejudice about Charlotte. She chose for her time. Women did not have a lot of choices. Reading books about this era really make me grateful. They make me think of what women went through. So much was decided for them. They did not have a lot to pick from. I see why Charlotte would have chosen what she did with Mr. Collins. Those choices led her to what happens in this book. It is right in the vein of Austen though because the end is good. It ends with love for Charlotte, she deserves it!
I am sucker for anything Pride and Prejudice related. I love the movies and the books. I am not so much of a purist that it only can be a book for Jane Austen herself. Those characters are wonderful and it is great to read other stuff. Some better than others, but doesn't that go without saying? (I did just say it, or rather wrote it, typed it, whatever.)
This book is about Elizabeth Bennett's friend Charlotte Lucas, who marries the terrible Mr. Collins. Don't worry that the book is about Mr. Collins, it is not!! The book starts with the funeral of Mr. Collins. So Charlotte is now single and trying to figure out her life. Still not wanting to be a burden on her parents. Her sister Maria is in this story and Charlotte agrees to be her chaperone so that Maria may have a social life. They go through some trials and of course go to a ball or two, and you must have a game of whist thrown in there as well. This is a really good read. It was fun to have Charlotte's character developed further. I know it is someone else's interpretation and not Austen's. I thought the author did a good job with what Austen detailed in Pride and Prejudice about Charlotte. She chose for her time. Women did not have a lot of choices. Reading books about this era really make me grateful. They make me think of what women went through. So much was decided for them. They did not have a lot to pick from. I see why Charlotte would have chosen what she did with Mr. Collins. Those choices led her to what happens in this book. It is right in the vein of Austen though because the end is good. It ends with love for Charlotte, she deserves it!
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