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Made my own laundry powder today..

Went to the museum of the American revolution today here in Philly with my 14 yr old and 7 year old(it was his idea he was asking question and I said we can go to the museum. He said sure. I was surprised and thought he wouldn‘t like it but he loved it , anyways in the shop the sales lady recommended this book I‘m currently reading Hamilton and it‘s a chunkier so I thought why not read this one

I used this one for my Conduit prompt for Orilium: Gear Up.

Really enjoyed this one. It reminded me of how much I enjoy the time period around the American Revolution.

#orilium #oriliumgearup

Hey y‘all. I‘ve been gone a while but I‘m working my way back.

For the end of the year I‘ve decided to participate in the #clearurshitreadathon happening now through the end of December. Instead of sharing a TBR though I‘ve decided to mood read and fit the books I finish into the prompts.

I‘m definitely looking forward to the end of the year, are you?

In other news, I got a stack of used books I've been eyeing for awhile now. ❤

If you‘re a history or Hamilton fan I really would recommend this book. I couldn‘t put it down. By far one of my favorite books. The characters were so beautifully written I only wish I could meet them.

Only $1.99!!!!

Despite the title, this is not so much about Eliza, as a story about Alexander - and their relationship - from her POV. I wish it would have spanned her whole life, considering she lived another 50 years after his death, and did many remarkable things during that time.

Isn‘t this 🌼 gorgeous? It‘s one of the few #flowers still blooming in our summer garden. #SelfImprovementSept

#pop19 : based on a true story

Taking some me time to sit by the pool after a really tough workout! This is the last week our pool is open on weekdays.

I‘m unsettled by the constant reference to slaves as servants in this book. Is the author trying to use the terminology of the time? How is this not erasing the pain and horror of slavery in a historical fiction novel filled with slave-owning families, and containing multiple enslaved characters essentially as backdrop?

A sentiment appropriate in any century.

Yikes, I‘m already annoyed! I probably should have paid closer attention to the subtitle. I was hoping for a full-life novel of Eliza‘s life, but taking a peek at the end, it seems to cover only the timeframe from meeting Hamilton - his death. Even though she lived 50 years longer! And what about her childhood? 😬

I need a change of pace, so I‘m settling in with this historical fiction. I am a HUGE fan of the musical, and I have also read Ron Chernow‘s Hamilton biography. I have been wanting to read something from Eliza‘s perspective (even if fictionalized) for a while now, and this was a swap gift!

It gets mixed reviews, so we shall see how I feel!

#24b4Monday #summersendreadathon

I started reading this one and finished it on audio. I liked Scott‘s writing style, though I had to roll my eyes at Eliza‘s unwavering devotion to her husband, Alexander Hamilton (I‘m not his biggest fan). While I wish there was more about Eliza without her husband, I still appreciate Scott bringing Eliza to life.

The author did a great job telling the story of Hamilton from Eliza, or as he called her, Betsey's POV. A brilliant, flawed man, a founder and husband and so much more. And Eliza who lived many years past his unfortunate death. I recommend if you are interested in reading about her life with him

Babysitting grandchildren out east, it's nice enough to read outside for a bit! But I'm not getting any #litsylove notes written, will try to catch up soon!

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Whew, I rarely decide to not finish a book. However, this book's main character was so unrelatable. Her internal dialogue was pompous, shallow and so melodramatic that I just couldn't finish it. I am a fan of historic fiction and this book didn't cut it. I cringed at the thought of this real person being reduced to being Alexander Hamilton's cheerleader upon first sight.

Finally have a chance to post this awesome book from @CoffeeNBooks thank you Harper, I‘m so excited to read this!!!! #hamiltonobsession #jb #justbecause
And thanks to @Kaye for hosting the #jbbookswap

When you go into a store on a mission for two items but something catches your eye..20 min later you have new books to add on TBR & probably bought at least 1! #tbr #books #booksoflitsy #booklover #booktherapy

“But remember, dear sister, that the easiest men for us to love are often the same ones who hurt us the most.” Ain‘t that the truth!

I haven‘t read Hamilton yet or seen the musical so there was a lot of things about Hamilton that I didn‘t know. I loved seeing the events of Hamilton‘s life from the point of view of his wife. I think Eliza must have been a remarkable woman.

Starting this today.

Good complement to Chernow‘s Hamilton.

I finished I, Eliza Hamilton by Susan Holloway Scott! I absolutely adored this book! This whole book is from Eliza‘s point of view and I loved it!

Haven‘t been on here for awhile! Hi! This is what I am reading now!

Long and dense, but so, so worth it! I‘m not usually a fan of historical fiction, but the way these characters were written was so engaging! Highly recommend!!!

Calling all Hamilton fans and history buffs, this beauty is only weeks away from hitting shelves and I'm so excited! I spent the day hanging out with the author at Hamilton and Eliza's home in NYC and we talked about how amazing ELIZA was. Her place in history should not be forgotten.

Review coming to the blog. This was a good book but it had its issues. The blog post should be up on Wednesday. I would say it's a solid 3 stars.

So tempted. Think I'll probably love it? But slightly worried I'll hate it?? I feel like it's either gonna be amazing or disappointing. Pubs 9/26. #hamilfan #hamilton.

And that's a wrap for #julybookmailforme! Thanks for playing along. 🙂

I am a HUGE Hamilton fan, so I can't wait to read this book! The musical ends with Eliza, and this story is all about her. Comes out in October, but I snagged a copy at BookExpo. (The well-loved planner, and postcards came from Redbubble.com/people/Yabamena - she has some killer, creative, nerdy art that I want to own every piece of!)

Best #BookExpo find of the day!