Not here to make excuses, but life, yet again, has disrupted my would be reading time. A short list of those include: a deer, delayed flight, construction projects, puppy, prioritizing, self-motivation (Oops! Now that IS under my control).
So be it.
May I please be excused for is not dolling up this post with linked pictures/descriptions of the books? Some slack here is greatly appreciated.
What I recently finished:
Normal People by Sally Rooney
If you loved Conversations With Friends, which if you haven’t read it yet, drop everything right now and get on it, you will love Rooney’s latest. She is a master of quirky, authentic feeling relationships. The story takes place in Ireland between two teenagers from a small town, one wealthy and the other a housekeeper's son, who know each other though pretend not to…at first. The chemistry between them through the course of their formative and college years then adulthood is palpable. 5-stars all the way!!!
Miracle Creek by Angie Kim
I gave it a 3-star rating on Goodreads probably because it was a little draggy for me. It’s about complicated family dynamics, another culture, protecting our children. You know, the stuff that makes you want to read a story. Except, that it felt like a chore. Check out the Goodreads description (Okay, I lied. I added one link) Maybe “It’s me, not you” kind of thing.
What I am currently reading/rereading:
Ask Again, Yes by Maribeth Keane
This Goodreads description accurately sums up what I know so far:
“A profoundly moving novel about two neighboring families in a suburban town, the friendship between their children, a tragedy that reverberates over four decades, and the power of forgiveness.”
Can’t find my Bluetooth earbuds so now the only thing I want to do is sit in my car all day.
Rules of Civility by Amor Towles
OH YEAH!!!!!!!
One of my all-time favorite books/authors. I had the great fortune to hear him speak about his more recent A Gentleman in Moscow, which I also loved. He did address writing Rules albeit all too briefly!
Anyway, he is fascinating!
And I NEVER reread books. Can’t remember the last one I did or where my original copy of Rules of Civility resides although I have a sneaking suspicion. So I picked up a signed paperback at the event and intend to start it tonight.
Future plans include:
Bitter Orange by Claire Fuller
After just receiving it in the mail, I’ll fill you in next week!
That’s it for me! I promise to be fancier next time.
But what about you? What are you reading or planning to read? I am always looking for recommended books from other avid readers.
