Finally got around to reading this. Not too sure what I thought so I looked up the author and listened to her and got an idea of what she was doing in this book. Loved her descriptions of NY. Very real.
The story somewhat repetitive and drawn out. A brave first novel.

A smaller version , so smaller print and very compact. I had to read carefully.Well researched. About a group of astronauts on a space station. A timely read as the 2 American astronauts arrived back recently. Insightful. What is the purpose of going around and around the earth in orbit. What‘s the future of humanity. Is it in the hands of billionaires?

You have to know I‘m the Queen of these type of books. Over my long time on this planet I have acquired a heap of them. Recently culled them down to one bookshelf. This seems to be the flavour of the day right now . A gentle reminder of things I have learnt along the way. But more importantly a nudge to actually apply theses things. She is a dynamic personality . I‘ve used her theory, not always easy , but has helped. You can teach an old chook 👇

Have been trying to track down her books in our library system . Most available as ebooks. Disappointing for me. If I were to try an ebook, what device would you suggest ?
Found this in an op shop. Such great writing.
Always makes me sad that she died so young. Such potential, gone. 😢

This book was not listed and I don‘t know what you do for an unlisted book. I‘m on a mission to read Aussie authors. At the moment the library makes it easy to pick them as they have a kangaroo sticker on the spine. I just go along the shelves and look at these books and pick some to read. The library is about to change the way they shelf the books . Instead of alphabetical order they are going to be in genres. Another library I go to does this 👇

Not my usual read. A gift from a friend. I did enjoy it. So very different from my usual reads.
A hot day here today so I sat and read most of the day. Two older people at crossroads in their lives.
“A thoughtful ,charming and sensitive story about ageing ,resilience and the delight of rediscovery.” A quote from the blurb.

A follow on from Parable of the Sower. So good. Dystopian but felt , in parts, like now. I recommend both books.
Classic. Great writing. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This said,” pick me “ ,at a local bookshop. Thought it might be good for my grandson but also thought I would read it first. I‘m not a graphic novel fan but this was an easy read. For anyone grappling with gender issues or wishing to understand these things , a easy and interesting read. I will be giving it to my grandson.

I loved this book. I found the flow of internal thought very easy to read. The many intimate moments wonderful and well described. Human relationships are complex , never easy st times. This shows how two brothers navigate the death of their father and much more. The ending did not disappoint either. I found it hard to put down. Just wanted to keep reading. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A very new book written by a West Aussie now living in Melbourne. An easy read in that the words flow. The subject Grace has dementia. This story relates how it must be to actually be her. Gave me a better understanding of someone with dementia and reminded me of the time I spent with my dad .

A delightful self published graphic story of stories sent between Dad and daughter when Katy was in Mexico. Insightful and delightful. Both excellent illustrators. So happy we got this beautiful signed copy. Great fan of Chris Riddell.

I really enjoy this authors series that features Dr. Ruth Galloway. This is a new series by her featuring a detective by the name of Allison or Alie. She is a cold case detective with a twist. For me it was between a pick and a so-so. When the next one comes out I'll give it a go and see how I feel then.

A dystopian novel written in the early '90s. It is set in 2024 to 2027.. some of it is definitely possible. It was a little scary. I've yet to read the second book which is a follow-on. Thanks to those who recommended it.

I just got a new phone and Litsy didn't transfer. I went to download from app store and it's not there. Can anyone help me.

Got this yesterday, finished a minute ago. Her words and sentences flow and make it an easy read in that sense. However not an easy read emotionally for me. The last chapter I found very relatable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
I don‘t want to say anymore but I do recommend it especially if you are a fan of hers. And even if you haven‘t read anything of hers this might start you off.

Delightful. Reminded me a little of the Japanese books about the coffee shop . Philosophical. I think there is something in it for most people to relate to. Comforting, reassuring and thoughtful. Many books mentioned that I have read , some I haven‘t and would like to now. I can see why it was a best seller. Loved the way the lady with the dog walked the pages inside the book.

Delightful. Beautifully written. The words just flow and I found myself able to easily read fast and not miss a thing. So I flew through the story and loved it. Set WW1 in Melbourne. Peace marches, Yes No vote for conscription, white feathers, war dead published in lists in the paper all narrated by a single pregnant strong woman determined to keep her baby. Seems this character Maryanne Is based on the author‘s own grandmother.

Thank heavens for Penguin books. These green paper backs keep the older crime, thriller alive and in book books.
This is set in the 60s and 70s Britain. Kept me reading. Certainly a labyrinth of a story.

First I‘ve read of this Aussie author. Though I‘ve seen his books about. I‘ll definitely read more. This was a delight. Set in Britain just after the war. The language flows, the characters are likeable , and the plot different. He adds things that made me think of what is happening in the world now. Begs the question is how life happens a matter of fate?? My book drought has ended. Off to search out more of his. 😊

I read this a while ago . I‘ve been in a bit of a reading drought. Have started numerous books and given up. This one was a bit of a disappointment. It‘s a stand alone. I love his series, he has two. Will keep to those in the future.

I am not a Tim Winton fan though I've read most of his books, hoping. I do love The Riders and I have kept a few editions . I loved this in parts for what Tim was saying . It frightened me . Moved me to action . But I can't say I enjoyed it. Way too long for me. A pick because it made me think and act.

My partner loves Fred‘s books. Fred is a French woman so this is a translation. It took me a while to get into the story. Sorting out the French names in my head. A bit quirky and an ending I did not see coming. Glad I kept reading.

I think I‘ve only read one other of her books “ Nest” . Another peep at what may be our future here in Australia. Again too close for comfort for me. However it is a hopeful story. Glad I read it. Have to look out some of her other books. @LeeRHarry I see you have read quite a few of hers . Any recommendations of what to read next?

I‘ve read the first in this series and this is the latest to be translated. A coffee shop where you can go back and forward in time. However there are rules. I love the little stories and the life lessons within each story. Just short enough to not be monotonous. A lovely Xmas present . These books would make lovely gifts.

Last read for 2024. It was insightful, delightful and interesting.
I‘ve read 118 books in 2024 , 46 of them Aussie. Both numbers up on last year.
Also 8th Litsy anniversary. Those years have flown.
Happy New Year to you all.
May 2025 bring peace.
That‘s what I wish most of all.
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Reading this book by an author I love. Such an observer of life and her wonderful descriptions. Sometimes she knocks how I‘m feeling right on the head! She actually lives next door to her grandkids and gets to see them a lot. Love this observation and the truth that is in it for me. Loving the read .

I‘ve never read any of her books but I do read her page in the weekend magazine. This was at times a bit uncomfortable, made me think a lot, made me say to myself, “ you are so right that‘s just the way it is.”
Is this what it means to be a woman today? Younger or older?
Would be an interesting book club book I think. One I would pick. Lots to discuss.

I really enjoyed this book. Glad I‘ve read her books featuring Cormac . They are very good. I read 2 of her stand alones and did not like them. May not have read her again. Hoping there are more than 3 in this series. Cormac is an Irish detective with a love interest Emma. He is an honest man who looks like he will be overcome by corruption around him. A very well written read.

Merry Christmas. Delightful book about extroverts and introverts. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Can't wait to read Helen Garner. 👏😊. Gnome bookends.
Have a wonderful day wherever you are. ❤️

Family Christmas yesterday. A scorcher of a day 40 degrees.🌞🌞. We are op shop givers so some are new and some op shop. A couple I might not read. My TBR bookshelf is overflowing.

It‘s a cool Sunday morning set to be a 41* scorcher and we are having our family Xmas get together.
Probably would never have bought this book , found it in a LFL. Lots of truths about middle age women , their lives in a male dominated world. An entertaining and enlightening read. Could hear Kathy‘s voice in my head. A good summer read .Relatable.

Almost a so so. I do like this series but I‘m not too sure with this one if I was meant to work it out so easily. The clues were very clear to me. Disappointing really. Have now read a few crime books set on an island only accessible by car at low tide.

Standing in my partners room which is full to overflowing with books and bits and bobs, I spied this book. It‘s a graphic novel. Decided to give the graphic format another go. This was ok. The drawings were well done and easy to follow. The story interesting. Another quiet woman almost lost to history. Have you heard of her?
Interior designer who ended up designing homes. Interesting personal life. French 1920s +.

Excellent. A best read for me. So good I‘m going to get my own copy. Set in the 80s and forward it reminds us what is was like to be queer then. Characters are very real and the narrator/ narrators bring to life the feelings of living then. The novel has been optioned by Sony so I look forward to see this on the screen someday.
It is certainly a celebration of queer life warts and all. Loved it. One of my top reads for this year. ❤️

Glad I gave her another go. This was her first book and I have really enjoyed it. The characters are very real. Looking forward to reading more with the detective Cormac.

A library visit to pick up tagged book and look what else I found.

Finished in the wonderful cool of the morning with just the sound of birds in the background. I love Elly's books especially her Dr Galloway series. I think this is a stand alone but I'm not sure. The characters could make the basis of a new series. A cosy mystery if there is such a thing. ⭐⭐⭐

The plot ended up ok. However once again I found it way too long. I skipped read most of it . I want to like her books but I‘m not there yet. I have a couple of her Comac the detective series to read. So we shall see. She is a best seller in the US. She has won awards. This book just won one as an audio book. So maybe it‘s one of those things, she is not “ my cup of tea”.

A delightful reread for me. I read it first in paperback in the 70s. That book fell apart and this edition was given to me in the 80s. I believe Rita Mae has just turned 80. Amazing woman. I‘ve also, over the years enjoyed her cosy mysteries featuring a cat. Things have changed since she wrote this book but we still have a way to go .

Even though it‘s from 2010 much of it is still relevant. He always brings a smile to my face with many LOL moments.

Found one in a little library and one in a book shop. Written 24 years apart and both authors living here in Western Australia. My mini book haul today. 😊.

Clever.
Another book that jumps between now and then . I sometimes find it hard to follow when a story does this but this was just fine.

Well that‘s a week I won‘t get back! Heard a good review, saw it in the library and despite my dislike of door stopper books , I decided to give it a go. It got me in , lovely writing. Middle put me right off , little punctuation , started to speed read, needed to know the ending. What a disappointment. 🤷🏻‍♂️.

Just got these to add to my ever expanding TBR shelf. And what am I currently reading—- library books. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Finally got around to reading this book. Amazing. It‘s my most outstanding read so far for this year. Australian it may be but the themes are applicable to many places, the world really. I learnt a lot about the Tamils. As a child we immigrated to Australia and we stopped in Ceylon. After the noise , smells and rush of India, the previous stop, it was pure bliss and peace for my 9 year old self.

Well that was a depressing read on a depressing day. As I wanted to read her fiction this was the easiest one to get. About 60s Hollywood , hope it‘s not like that now. However the writing is super good. Not a word wasted. A couple of times my mind wandered and I had to read the passage again. Each word important. Don‘t think I could speed read. Someday I might try another of her fiction . But not just now.

A book of some of her articles. Dating from 1968. Very interesting. Fantastic writing. Now I‘m reading one of her fiction books. Late to her writing but glad I‘ve got to it.

I love poetry and it‘s been a while since I have read any. I sat and read this from cover to cover. Just beautiful. That someone can put words together like she does. I‘m left with such a calm feeling. Glad I picked this up this lovely afternoon. ❤️

I love Rebus. This didn‘t disappoint. However I had a hard time keeping track of who was who. But it was okay, it all worked out in the end and I understood it all. Loved the ending. 😊. The last sentence.

I'm a late comer to her writing. The Year of Magical Thinking sat on my TBR shelf for years. So much grief in such a short time. Beautiful writing. I have a book coming that was published just before she died. It's past pieces she wrote. Amazing woman.