June 26
Books I Read – Apr-Jun 2013
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Here’s what I read the last three months:
The House at Riverton by Kate Morton
This is the first Kate Morton book I’ve read, and it was her debut novel. The main story is set in England between the wars, but the story is told in flashbacks by a woman who witnessed the action and kept a secret all her life. I enjoyed this story immensely and will read more of Kate Morton’s books. If you are intrigued by this era, are a fan of Downton Abbey or enjoy the upstairs/downstairs way of life, you would most likely enjoy this book. I know I did.
Tinkers by Paul Harding
Tinkers won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2010. It’s a short book at 191 pages, and if you liked the books you read in English Literature classes, you will probably enjoy it. George Washington Crosby is dying. As he drifts in and out of consciousness, his memories intertwine with those of his father and his mother. The language is beautiful and often poetic as it explores the themes of life and death and what lies in between. This is not an easy read. It has a disjointed quality as it follows George’s dreams and hallucinations, but the images and ideas are vivid and thought-provoking. I imagine this is a book that is even better with every reading. I enjoyed it very much.
A Fine Place for Death by Ann Granger
I listened to this book on audio. When two young girls are brutally slain in the English market town of Bamford, one the heiress to one of Bamford’s oldest aristocratic families, Inspector Alan Markby and his pal Meredith Mitchel search for the murderer. A Fine Place for Death is the sixth book in the Markby & Mitchell Village Whodunit Series. I loved the characters and the setting, but the “mystery” was not satisfying. Perhaps if I started with the first book and read through to this one, I would have enjoyed it more.
Conversations with Woo by Meg Trafford
I haven’t read many pet books. I have mixed emotions about them. On the one hand, I enjoy reading about another person’s special relationship with their pets, something I can relate to since I have pets I love dearly. On the other hand, I always feel slightly uneasy because just like with kids, pet parents have strong opinions about the way they raise and care for their pets. If you completely align with a particular author, I imagine you feel great about the book. If you hold different opinions, you feel a bit uncomfortable.
That being said, I enjoyed reading Conversations with Woo. Meg speaks openly and honestly about her life and the part pets have played in it. Her relationship with her pups, particularly Woo, chronicles a beautiful love story and she shares many of the life lessons they taught her. I read this book very quickly, which is a testament to the author’s writing and not to my reading speed. If you like to read pet books, this is a wonderful pick.
My mom wish she has more time to read more books. Beautiful cover, 1stbook. Will check out the Conversation with Woo (great title). Golden Thanks for sharing. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar
They sound great. We wish we had more time to read too. Have a wonderful Wednesday.
Best wishes Molly
The title Conversations with Woo is too funny. I think I would like that first one.
All the books sound good. I get on a reading kick and then I don’t read for a while. Strange, I know. LOL
Those all look great. I have such a hard time finding time to read anymore. I’m sad about that because I love reading.
I use to love pet books about the pet living and not dying. So many are about losing a dog and I don’t want to read through tears!!!
I don’t read books any more. My eye is not up to it!!
Poor Allie she is so uncomfortable!!! I feel so sorry for her.
Oh, I LOVED The House at Riverton and I had a feeling you would, too! I really enjoyed that one and several others of hers. I also loved The Forgotten Garden and I’m hoping to start on The Distant Hours this weekend.
I think I like the sound of the Ann Granger one most.
Lynne x
All three books sound worth a look.
Glad you like reading stories set over the pond:)
looks like some great reads
urban hounds
we love seeing good reads on the blogs, my Humom loves reading xx0xx
Mollie and Alfie
Will check out some of those books on kindle. SHE needs some new reads.
XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy
The last book looks really good!
Nola
Mom wishes she had more time to read, she used to read and read and read. But she does keep a list of books to read – we will have her add a few of these too.
Woos – Phantom, Thunder, Ciara, and Lightning
I love books like these! Thanks for sharing, I’ll check the book on GoodReads for more info 🙂
Very nice blog…very organized and nice clean design.
Going to follow on Twitter and BlogLovin’.
I LOVE any book by Kate Morton. I did enjoy The House at Riverton…thanks for the reminder about it not that I forgot about it, though. 🙂 Who can forget any of Kate Morton’s books?
Stopping by from Carole’s Books You Loved August Edition. I am in the list as #36. My book entry is below.
Elizabeth
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