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This is clearly a meticulously researched novel. The history here is fascinating and I loved the insights into the minds of Kennedy and Khrushchev, and the behind the scenes diplomatic procedures. However, this was more like reading a textbook than a novel - dry and without emotion. As history, this is excellent. As a novel, I think it struggles. It lacked the sense of urgency I expected from a Cuban Missile Crisis narrative.

Thank you @Eggs @TheSpineView @TieDyeDude for the #WondrousWednesday tags! 🤗

1️⃣ I had several but the tagged book was my most favorite!

2️⃣ I love all three depending on my mood & what I‘m doing but I read my Kindle the most!

3️⃣ Probably historical fiction but fantasy & mysteries from cozy to thriller are right up there.🤷🏻‍♀️

Anyone want to play along? Consider yourself tagged! 🤗

Not popular opinion, but I didn't care for the book. There was no character development. I did learn Alice Kyteler was the first woman in Ireland to be condemned as a witch. Others love it, so if you enjoy Witch books, you may give this a try.

Published September 10, 2024

Based on the story of Alice Kyteler, the first Irish woman condemned of witchcraft. The language, story structure, and atmosphere are wonderful, and medieval tales are my favorite. Alice isn‘t a likable woman, know that going in. But her story is compelling as a woman with money and power during the 1300‘s made her a target for hate and jealousy, as did her many marriages.

Reminded me of Eleanor from Karen Brooks‘ wonderful The Wife of Bath.

I love books about circuses,carnivals, medical shows, etc.I can see the colors as I read.I also tend to like the characters in these types of books. They‘re generally very sincere and lovable. Most of the characters in this book lived up to my expectations. Of course,there‘s always the villain.This is the first story I were read about the 1900 Galveston hurricane. That section of the book was also very interesting.All in all, this was a great read

My favorite part of the weekend is mornings with my coffee, my book, and my napping pups!

I‘ve just started this tagged book from Knopf via NetGalley which looks to be atmospheric and inspired for the coming fall (crossing my fingers!). The story features Alice Kyteler who was the first known woman to be accused of witchcraft in Ireland.

#dogsoflitsy #weekendreads

#WondrousWednesday

1🌻Leaving someone feeling happier than when I found them.
2🌻My grandsons.
3🌻Tagged, which I read with #SundayBuddyRead

Thanks for the tag, @Eggs !

If you‘re reading this, consider yourself tagged! 😃

Thank you @julieclair for the #Two4Tuesday tag 🤗 sorry I‘m a day late!

1. Several places—although my parents have passed, they gave me a good foundation & my family is still a support. I rely a lot on myself & use journaling, meditation & practicing gratitude to keep me going.💛

2. Alice Diamond in the tagged book (which is awesome!) is strong, determined & at times very ruthless but she is also very supportive of her family & of women.💪🏼

Experienced a slight delay but that was not a problem with this good book to keep me company. Thanks @dabbe for my first vacation read📚

First vacation photo…✈️