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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

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Nitpickyabouttrains

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Historical fiction. A woman finds out her grandfather left her property she didn‘t know he owned. She and her brother go to visit it and while there she learns about her past.

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Oh wow! This was wonderful, atmospheric and truly engaging. Usually with dual timelines I rush through one timeline just to get back to the one I enjoy more. That was not the case with this book. Both timelines were so well written and plotted. Willig‘s writing is so lyrical. I even read her acknowledgements 😉. Another great pick for #literarycrew buddy read.

Librarybelle Yay!! 5y

kspenmoll Love your review! You captured the book‘s essence perfectly! 5y

Mollyanna @kspenmoll Thank you ☺️ 5y

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Mollyanna

The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

Some afternoon reading on this long weekend. Hoping to finish this sometime next week.

#literarycrew

Librarybelle Love the glass! 5y

Mollyanna @Librarybelle Thank you! My friend gave me the set of four last year for Christmas! I may have squealed with delight 😉 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

Today is the last day for the #LiteraryCrew ‘s #buddyread of the tagged book. If you‘re still reading...no worries! Please feel free to post any thoughts after you have finished the book.

Any final thoughts on the book? Did you enjoy the book? My big question for everyone - what did you think about the romantic elements in the book? Don‘t forget to put any spoilers under the spoiler tag!

Stayed tuned tomorrow, when the next schedule is posted!

KarouBlue, Jerdencon, Crazeedi, catebutler, kspenmoll, Pamwurtzler, Librarybelle, CouronneDhiver, Melissa_J, KT1432, Mollyanna, Allylu

Librarybelle I loved this book! I think it edged out The Ashford Affair as my favorite of Willig‘s, and I really loved that one. I was so impressed with all of the research Willig did for this novel and the historical note section after the novel. The characters were so lively and believable, and I couldn‘t help but be heartbroken over Charles and Jenny. But, the ending...so filled with hope and such a sweet ending. I was so happy for them! 5y

Crazeedi Toward the end, I sort of knew who Emily was, since her grandfather willed the place to her. Definitely well written , I dont know that I've read any other Willig book, only the ones shes written in concert with William's and someone else(name eludes me). I totally enjoyed how she went back and forth in time , that was well done too, not confusing. 5y

Librarybelle @Crazeedi She does do the timelines well. I had a thought who Emily was by the end too, but I was pleased to see that Jenny survived. I wasn‘t sure about that piece of it. I think Willig and Williams write with Karen White; I‘ve read most of those and like them too. 5y

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Crazeedi @Librarybelle yes that's the other author, (old age is an issue, lol!) 5y

Jerdencon I think I kinda figured out who Emily was midway through. The romantic stuff was ok - not over the top which I don‘t enjoy. 5y

Jerdencon I really liked this book - but I enjoy historical fiction and this was right up my alley. Would love to visit Bermuda knowing some of the history now. (edited) 5y

Librarybelle @Jerdencon It makes me want to see the island, too, and I‘m not a fan of hot weather! Haha! 5y

kspenmoll I too loved the history of Bermuda & enjoyed the book- racial issues made real- (edited) 5y

Librarybelle @kspenmoll So true! 5y

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BookNAround

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Barbados, family secrets, a hint of the Gothic, and a dual narrative are the highlights here. Full review at https://booknaround.blogspot.com/2019/06/review-summer-country-by-lauren-willig....

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So, #LiteraryCrew , I had to finish the #buddyread today. I couldn't help myself!

I adore Willig's writing, and I think this one nudges The Ashford Affair out of the top spot of my favorite of hers. It's rich in storytelling, with compelling characters, a building climax, and a satisfying conclusion. I had received an ARC through #NetGalley of this, but also had to purchase a copy to keep. It's so good!

We'll wrap up discussion Saturday!

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Tamra I will definitely get to this one! 5y

Crazeedi That sounds great! Look forward to discussing 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

Another gorgeous summer day in NYC spent at my pool club again. Finished this one today - really enjoyed it! Can‘t wait to discuss the end with #literarycrew

ReadingSusan What a gorgeous cover! 5y

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We‘re on our last week of this addition of the #LiteraryCrew #buddyread ! The climax is building in both timelines, and while I have an inkling about the way things will turn out, my stomach is also tied in knots. Lots of revelations in the 4th section.

Any thoughts to share with everyone? If it‘s a spoiler, don‘t forget to tag the comment as a spoiler.

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Jerdencon I was a little shocked with how Robert was killed off but im glad he‘s gone. And I feel awful for Jenny having to see her daughter and not being able to interact with her. I can‘t imagine! Hoping to finish the last part today or tomorrow! 5y

Mollyanna I am coming out of a reading slump, so am a bit behind. The book is definitely picking up speed (just made it to the second section) and I read about 100 pages yesterday. Hoping to get caught up and finish Saturday. Love Willig‘s writing. 5y

Librarybelle @Jerdencon I didn‘t see that coming either! 5y

Librarybelle @Mollyanna She‘s so good! 5y

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KT1432

The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

Been MIA for a little bit. I was busy at work preparing for a trip, then spent the last 5 days like this on a cruise lol. We saw Grand Cayman & Cozumel. This book could not have been more fitting! The lush scenery, tropical environment...it was perfect. A bit confusing keeping up with the families & who owns what, but it's sooo good! Plan to finish during #24b4Monday #summersendreadathon #literarycrew #buddyread

KarouBlue, Jerdencon, Crazeedi, catebutler, kspenmoll, Pamwurtzler, Clwojick, Librarybelle, Tamra, CouronneDhiver, Melissa_J, Andrew65, Mollyanna, jb72, BeansPage, Allylu

BeansPage Looks beautiful 😍 5y

Andrew65 It does look beautiful. This is a book I want to read. 😍 5y

KT1432 @TheReadingMermaid @Andrew65 thanks, it was really beautiful! Andrew I think it's a good one! Especially for summer. 😊☀️👙 5y

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Andrew65 @lele1432 It‘s already on my TBR, these comments will see it rapidly rising up through the ranks! 5y

Librarybelle Very nice! ❤️ 5y

Crazeedi It was a great read! 5y

Crazeedi @Andrew65 I think you will enjoy 5y

KarouBlue So jealous! 5y

Andrew65 @Crazeedi Thanks 👍 5y

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We‘re scheduled to start the fourth week of this book today. I just finished the third week‘s reading...all the feels for this one, though I think Ashford Affair may still be my favorite of hers. More of the #literarycrew finished the story up this past week...how is everyone else doing? I have a comment that I‘ll place as a spoiler below... #buddyread

KarouBlue, Jerdencon, Crazeedi, catebutler, kspenmoll, Pamwurtzler, Librarybelle, Tamra, CouronneDhiver, Melissa_J, KT1432, Mollyanna, Allylu

Librarybelle Does anyone else feel their heart breaking for Charles and Jenny at this point? It is such a horrible situation, and I feel so drawn to their love story. I also have such a sense of foreboding with this...I‘m up to Chapter 19, so still a lot of story left. 5y

catebutler I definitely do! The odds seem to be against them. 😩 And I‘ve learned with this author that not all endings are happy for her characters. I‘m anxious to find out what happens. 😬 5y

Jerdencon I agree - I‘m thinking something bad happens to Jenny. 5y

KarouBlue All I can say is Wait for It, Aaron Burr style. There is much heart left in Jenny/Charles‘ story!!! 5y

Melissa_J I‘m not sure what section I‘m on! Based on the number of pages I‘ve read I think I‘m on section three. I‘m enjoying it so far, and love the setting. I have no idea at this point what is going to happen! 5y

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Caught up with part 3 of #theliterarycrew read along.

Trying to figure out who Carlota is??? And thinking I‘m probably wrong (don‘t want to write any spoilers!)

Going to read ahead for part 4!
@Librarybelle @CouronneDhiver

Librarybelle Hooray! I‘m going to post later on today, as soon as I finish part 3! 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

#literarycrew #buddyread #selfreflection #spongybits

Thank you both @Librarybelle @CouronneDhiver for yet again, hosting another #buddyread. This is a gem!

Librarybelle Thank you for joining us! 5y

CouronneDhiver 🙌🏽🙌🏽 5y

Crazeedi It was a great book!! 5y

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#literarycrew #buddyread #thesummercountry

Unfortunately still relevant question in the US today.

CouronneDhiver 💙💙💙 5y

Librarybelle 💙💙💙 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

#hydrate #thesummercountry #literarycrew #buddyread
My first steps outside the house since Saturday evening. Got as far as the porch. But I am hydrating...cannot put down the tagged book.So immersed in the 2 time periods(1812, slavery exits;1854, 20 yrs post emancipation)the lush,hot setting of Barbados with its slaves, white plantation owners,Redlegs (white poorest of poor, living in”inhospitable terrain”,& the city dwellers of Bridgetown.❤️📚

Crazeedi Glad you are enjoying this, I did too!! #buddyread 5y

kspenmoll @Crazeedi I just finished the book tonight. Could not help myself. So much to think about- learned so much about Barbados, etc. really loved the book.#buddyread #literarycrew (edited) 5y

Pamwurtzler I look fed it too! 5y

Librarybelle Yay! 5y

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Pamwurtzler

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I was really not ready for that book to end! It was so good! #literarycrew #thesummercountry

Librarybelle Yay! So glad you liked it! 5y

kspenmoll I so agree! Cannot put it down; will finish tonight! 5y

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#TheSummerCountry #LiteraryCrew #buddyread #Barbados #slavery #sugarcane

The Colonel dressed his slave daughter Jenny up like one of MaryAnne‘s french dolls and gave her as a gift to Mary Anne.

KarouBlue, Jerdencon, Crazeedi, catebutler, Pamwurtzler, Librarybelle, Tamra, CouronneDhiver, Melissa_J, KT1432, Mollyanna, Allylu

Crazeedi 💔 5y

Librarybelle So heartbreaking 5y

Pamwurtzler Sad. 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

Today marks the end of week two of the suggested reading schedule - any thought for this week?

I admit - I‘m behind! Hopefully I can catch up either tonight or tomorrow. I know at least one of the group has finished, which is great! I‘m also loving the quotes being posted!

KarouBlue, Jerdencon, Crazeedi, catebutler, kspenmoll, Pamwurtzler, Librarybelle, Tamra, CouronneDhiver, Melissa_J, KT1432, Mollyanna, Allylu

KT1432 I'm behind too. 😩 But I'm in the midst of catching up right now! Taking advantage of baby's nap time lol. 5y

Jerdencon I read ahead last week so I finished this section. I am liking it a lot so far - and want to read further to see what happens to Mary Ann and to Jenny. 5y

catebutler Just finished the section last night, and I‘m really enjoying this read! I‘m starting to have the characters and storylines make sense, (the back and forth in time and figuring out who‘s who). I‘m particularly loving how strong willed and abled the female characters are in this book. They‘re feisty and fun! 5y

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Librarybelle @lele1432 🙂❤️👍 5y

Librarybelle @Jerdencon @catebutler So glad you‘re liking it so far! 5y

CouronneDhiver I‘ve been sooo busy lately. Super failing as a hostess here. I will make good progress tomorrow though. I have a quiet afternoon planned 5y

Crazeedi So much happening, the mystery deepens as the book goes on 5y

KarouBlue I‘m on Ch26. So far, feeling like this battling it out with The Ashford Affair for best Willig yet. 5y

Pamwurtzler I‘m catching up today! Loving this so far, but I‘m really intrigued to see where it goes. 5y

kspenmoll After the first two chapters I was not sure how the book would go but now I cannot put it down! 5y

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#literarycrew #thesummercountry #buddyread

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Crazeedi, Librarybelle, CouronneDhiver

Crazeedi I loved her the best!!❤ she was a wise courageous woman 5y

Librarybelle ❤️❤️❤️ 5y

kspenmoll @Crazeedi I am inly on ch9 but she is all that you said so far- she just told Charles to marry. 5y

Crazeedi @kspenmoll it gets better ❤ 5y

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Crazeedi

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4.5⭐ very much recommend! @Librarybelle and @CouronneDhiver I'm ready to discuss any time!! Who else is doing #literarycrew #buddyread?

CouronneDhiver Oh my goodness! You killed it 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 5y

Crazeedi @CouronneDhiver I couldn't stop, lol!😍 5y

Librarybelle Awesome! 5y

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KarouBlue I have 9 chapters left! 5y

kspenmoll I am reading it but only on ch9. 5y

Crazeedi @kspenmoll @MellieAntoinette I had to finish and return to library, it was a good book! 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

The #LiteraryCrew is traveling to Barbados in the latest Willig #buddyread . There‘s a lot of set up in both timelines, and I am captivated. It also has a slightly different feel from the other books by Willig. Maybe it‘s the subject matter? Or, maybe it‘s because neither timeline is contemporary?

How is everyone else doing?

KarouBlue, Jerdencon, Crazeedi, catebutler, kspenmoll, Pamwurtzler, Librarybelle, Tamra, CouronneDhiver, Melissa_J, KT1432, Mollyanna, Allylu

Crazeedi I'm on chapter 9, the back and forth between chapters is fine. Are we going to have any discussion after everyone is finished. Im very interested in what happens to Charles, and Jenny for sure. We see Mary Anne is still there. 5y

Librarybelle @Crazeedi We can have some discussion at the end, for sure. In past buddy reads, participants posted questions for one another, or posted thoughts about characters. I can also post something at the end as a way to start some discussion! 5y

Crazeedi @Librarybelle ok I just didnt know how much to post here without giving away to participants who may not be where I am! I guess I can just hide my comments and not spoil!! I'm enjoying! 5y

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Librarybelle @Crazeedi Spoilers are good...feel free to post whatever you like with the spoiler. So glad you‘re enjoying! 😁❤️ 5y

Crazeedi @Librarybelle so will Charles marry Mary Anne or Jenny???? I'm so intrigued! 5y

Allylu I am on target and really enjoying it! I love books that go back and forth between times. I did have to write down which characters went with which time to keep them straight. 5y

Crazeedi @Allylu good idea!! 5y

Jerdencon Finished chapter 4 and hoping to finish the next one tonight - so far really enjoying it and want to visit Barbados!! 5y

Librarybelle @Crazeedi It‘s an interesting set up so far! I finished the first section, so not quite sure. But, Charles does seem more interested in Jenny by the end of chapter 6! 5y

Librarybelle @Allylu Good idea! 5y

Librarybelle @Jerdencon Barbados sounds amazing! 5y

Crazeedi I had to finish the book! Anyone who want to discuss let me know!! 5y

KarouBlue @Crazeedi 9ch to go and much of the meat left to resolve, but I can‘t help feeling like Charles and Jenny have created a bit of a mess for themselves. That being said, what a fascinating book! Maybe Willig‘s best yet!! 5y

Crazeedi @MellieAntoinette definitely agree with the predicament they have begun 5y

Crazeedi @Jerdencon it would be a great place to explore 5y

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#LiteraryCrew #BuddyRead #Barbados #Ithaca #Nostos #Homecoming #TheCountrySummer #Odyssey #CharlesDavenant #Odysseus

Charles compares his homecoming after years away in London, to Odysseus‘s homecoming when he first landed on Ithaca‘s shores.

Librarybelle Nice quote! 5y

CouronneDhiver Beautiful 👍🏽 5y

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Crazeedi

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#buddyread #literarycrew @Librarybelle @CouronneDhiver
The first 6 chapters completed. Lots of intrigue and mystery. I'm hooked!

robinb I still need to read this one. I have it, just haven't got to it yet!
5y

Crazeedi @robinb so far its very interesting!! 5y

robinb @Crazeedi 👍😊 5y

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Librarybelle She really does hook you into the story! 5y

brit91 Happy reading!!🙂📚 5y

CouronneDhiver 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 I haven‘t gotten a chance to dive in yet but I‘m super intrigued 5y

Crazeedi @CouronneDhiver I am on chapter 9 so far. Lots of questions to be answered in my mind already! We need to do a conversation maybe when everyone has finished!!! 5y

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catebutler

The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

First up on my August TBR, ‘The Summer Country‘ by Lauren Willig. I‘m excited to read this beautiful book (look at that cover 😍) for the #LiteraryCrew #buddyread, this month. Weekly sections are marked with flags and I‘m already caught up on the first section being discussed tomorrow 8/3. It‘s going to be quite difficult for me to stick to reading a section at a time with this one, I‘m already hooked!

Librarybelle Awesome! 5y

catebutler @Librarybelle Thanks for hosting this!! 🥰 5y

kspenmoll I just finished the first section-it is hard not to keep on reading! Your photo is beautiful! 5y

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catebutler @kspenmoll It‘s really hard! I‘m going to have to try to pace my reading somehow over the next few weeks to make it stretch, ha! And thank you! 💓 5y

CouronneDhiver 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 5y

BookBabe What a stunning photo! And the cover of the book is so beautiful it makes me want to read it. 😃 I just looked it up on Goodreads and it sounds awesome! #stacked 😁 5y

catebutler @BookBabe Thank you! 🥰 So far it‘s very good! Love to hear what you think of it, once you pick it up. 5y

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Crazeedi

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#BuddyRead #LiteraryCrew @Librarybelle @CouronneDhiver
Litsy has made me think it's ok to read more than one book at a time!! I never EVER did that before I joined this community. Unless it was a book for school and one for pleasure. Never 2 pleasure books at a time!!! Now I'm reading 2 or 3 and listening to one!! Lol😉❣

Librarybelle 😁 5y

squirrelbrain Go you! 😘 5y

AmyK1 I still can‘t do that though I have considered it. Maybe someday 😊 5y

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Crazeedi @AmyK1 I didn't think I could either!! 🙂 5y

brit91 Go you!!🎊🎉🎊🎉📚📚 5y

SamanthaMarie I have 4 or 5 going on at a time 😳😬🤣💕 5y

Crazeedi @SamanthaMarie 👍😉❤ 5y

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#literarycrew #buddyread
Next up. Just love the cover.

HeathHof Pretty! 5y

Meeko93 Beautiful set up 5y

Librarybelle So pretty! 5y

kspenmoll @Mynameisacolour @Meeko93 @Librarybelle Thank you! I think the cover is beautiful! 5y

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Today‘s #libraryhaul for me and my son while he is at the kids book club here in the library. #raisingreaders

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

One more reminder for the #LiteraryCrew #buddyread starting tomorrow! Feel free to join us as we read through Willig‘s latest book...read at your own pace, so don‘t worry if you can‘t read the listed sections by each date (they‘re just a suggested guideline!).

I‘m tagging you too, @Tamra , in case you‘re able to join in!

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Crazeedi I'm on the list at library, book hasn't come in yet, but I'm next up, so should be soon!! 5y

Mollyanna Just seeing this... I‘ll try and get the book next week from the library. 5y

Librarybelle Sounds good, @Crazeedi ! 5y

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Librarybelle Awesome, @Mollyanna ! Hope you‘ll be able to join us! 5y

Mollyanna Just put a hold on the book. There are books available in the system, so I should have it next week. Love Willig so am looking forward to another of her novels. 5y

Melissa_J I‘m so excited for this one! 5y

Librarybelle @Mollyanna 😁 5y

Librarybelle Me too, @Melissa_J ! 5y

Allylu I‘m ready! 5y

Jerdencon Ooh - just picked this up from the library - can I join you? 5y

Librarybelle Of course! We‘d love to have you join, @Jerdencon ! 5y

Crazeedi @Librarybelle I got book today, I'll be starting tonight! 5y

Librarybelle @Crazeedi Yay! 5y

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I love my library. Look what hold came in just in time for the #LiteraryCrew #buddyread! 😊 I should be able to start this tomorrow as I finish up #24b4Monday #readathon! #librarylove #coverlove

Librarybelle Hooray!! 5y

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The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

The #LiteraryCrew ‘s latest #buddyread begins Sunday! Join us as we read Willig‘s latest book (she‘s a definite favorite author of the group). Use the timeline above as a suggestion, but feel free to set your own pace. Post any quotes, thoughts, feelings throughout, using #LiteraryCrew and tagging @CouronneDhiver and @Librarybelle . Who‘s ready??

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Tamra Oh I wish I was going to be around for this one! My internet access will be limited, but maybe I will download and just post once in awhile. (edited) 5y

catebutler Yay! Can‘t wait!! 5y

Librarybelle @Tamra Hope you‘re able to download and post once in awhile! 5y

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Librarybelle @catebutler 😁 5y

CouronneDhiver Meeeee!!!!! 5y

Crazeedi 👍💗 5y

Librarybelle Yay, @CouronneDhiver @Crazeedi ! 5y

KT1432 Yay, thanks for tagging me! I'm excited! 5y

Librarybelle I‘m so glad you can join us, @lele1432 ! 5y

KarouBlue Ready, Freddie! 5y

Pamwurtzler Hope my library hold hurries up! 5y

kspenmoll I am all set‘ 5y

Librarybelle Terrific, @MellieAntoinette @kspenmoll ! And, I hope your hold comes in soon, @Pamwurtzler ! 5y

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Allylu

The Summer Country: A Novel | Lauren Willig

This beautiful book came in the mail this week! I‘m getting ready to join my first #buddyread with CouronneDhiver and LibraryBelle! I have enjoyed several of Lauren Willig‘s books in the past, so I‘m really looking forward to reading this one!