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JoyfulChaos

JoyfulChaos

Joined January 2018

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November Rain | Maureen Jennings
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I love a cozy mystery and the historical aspect is definitely also a win for me. This was a fun little quick read.

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November Rain | Maureen Jennings
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Trying to read with my aggressive cuddler.

#cozycomfortreading #quietmonday #dogsoflitsy

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Sandstorm | James Rollins
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Well, I'm back. It's been a rough couple of years, making it hard to settle in to any books, and I tried.
I saw a description of this that said "Indiana Jones meets sci-fi" which sold me, for the fun of it. I'm definitely going to try to get here more often.

Bookzombie Welcome back! I haven‘t read any Rollins, but he has been on my TBR for a long time. I believe @Texreader enjoys this series. I think I have the right Litten. 🙂 3y
Texreader @Bookzombie You did pick the right Litten because I always love Rollins! Some books are better than others but they are almost always a rollicking good time! 3y
JoyfulChaos @Bookzombie thanks. Took me a hot minute to finish it, but I enjoyed it. My friend gave me about half the series, but not the next couple. Waiting for #2 to come in at the library for me. 3y
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My Name Is Red | Orhan Pamuk
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Starting the next read off of my keyword challenge, this weekend. Keyword is red!

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Dorothy Must Die | Danielle Paige
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Really a fun read. Light and easy to get through. It was a good choice to read between busy times at work. I'm going to have to pick up the rest of this series now though!

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Dorothy Must Die | Danielle Paige
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I went to the theater last night. It was a beautiful and interactive showing about the lows of depression and finding the joys in life. At one point, the actor yells out, who has a book? Well of course I have a book! Lol The laughter as they read my book title and then commented, always bring a book the the theater. I'm pretty sure a few will be looking it up though lol

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Brave New World | Aldous Huxley
Mehso-so

This was my second read from the keyword challenge. I hadn't read this one before, but it was interesting. Very black or white thinking though.

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Dorothy Must Die | Danielle Paige
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On to my next TBR choice. This is a fun read so far.

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New (to me) books! Yay :)

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Under the Dragon's Tail | Maureen Jennings
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I always love a cozy mystery! I am right on track for my challenge, so far. I've picked my next keyword read. I will start it soon! I'm feeling pretty proud of myself. 🤗

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Mehso-so

I always look for new recipes online, inevitably finding one attached to a story. They have become a huge pet peeve for me... I just want the recipe, not a story.
I really enjoyed the story itself here, I just couldn't past how much it felt like one of those recipe blogs. Because of that, I read it in one sitting, to avoid the risk of not picking it up again.

kgriffith While I do like the ability to jump to the “recipe card,“ I enjoy the stories if they're well-written and not trying to be too cutesy or clever. Something for everyone, I suppose! :) 5y
JoyfulChaos That's very fair. I do, in general, mean the ones I cannot jump to. They have a story, some of the ingredients, story, some directions, add a (not so clever) adaptation. They just get on my nerves. Lol 5y
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This is the reading challenge that I have chosen for this year. I'm adding a personal stipulation that I can only choose books in my house. Should get to make the choices interesting. :)
Tagged book is my first read. :)

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The Zig Zag Girl | Elly Griffiths
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This was a fun cozy little mystery. Light and easy to read. Some of the foreshadowing was a tad obvious, but overall, it was a good read. Would make a good palette cleanser, if you need one!

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The Zig Zag Girl | Elly Griffiths

I have been very absent over the last year. I am settling in, and working through a cozy little mystery. I have just found a reading challenge, that I've altered to help me read through the mountain of TBR in my house. I hope to start getting back in at the beginning and end of each book I get through. :)

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@elizabethlk always gives the best book recommendations! Seriously, if you ever need one... ❤

elizabethlk Glad you're enjoying the book. 6y
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She makes it hard to read... but we'll manage. #dogsoflitsy #readingbuddy

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The Painted Girls | Cathy Marie Buchanan
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@elizabethlk bought me a new book. Time to enjoy some quiet time, before I head out to make some noise! :)

elizabethlk Hope you enjoy it! 6y
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Under the Tuscan Sun | Frances Mayes
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Time for this book, turned into one of my favourite movies, on this icy, stormy, ick of a day, with the very best company.
#dogsoflitsy #spiceofmylife

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I really enjoyed this, an entertaining read. The story is fluid, well written and wrapped up wonderfully.
Now to pick my next read. :)

KateFulfordAuthor If you need another recommendation, may I point you to my People‘s Book Prize nominated debut? Sassy female narrative, laugh out dialogue and a pacy plot. Check the link in the bio for 2 free chapters, reviews and more. 6y
JoyfulChaos I will add it to my list... thanks! 6y
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Coffee and a little reading while the house is quiet. I really hope to finish this today. I love all the original photos throughout the book.

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I have been waiting very impatiently for this one to come in. Time for some reading in bed!

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Another from the museum. My grandmother had this book, taught me how to make banana bread from it as a little one. The museum is a rather odd place to feel personal nostalgia... at least I find it that way.

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Wandered a book cover exhibit, at the local museum, with @elizabethlk. We happened across these books I owned as a child.
#definitelyfeelingold

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Found during a random library browse. Still waiting on some holds, this should help pass the time.
#readingwhilebaking
#timersgoing

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It has been a long time since I have read a book that I enjoyed this much. It is very well written, with a fairly disturbing ideology, it is dystopian after all. Not all stories need to end, wrapped up in a little bow, but a teeny bit more closure would have been nice.
I definitely recommend this one!!

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Hoping to finish this today... I can't give spoilers but want to talk about this book!!!

#coffeeislife
#familyday
#quiethouse

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Waiting patiently for my lunch break, so I can start reading again.... this working for a living really interferes with what I want to be doing. Lol
#impatient #tryingtowork

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Finally got my hold in from the library. Excited to start this one!
#pancaketuesday #waitingsucks

elizabethlk Be sure to let us know how this one is. It looks really good. 7y
JoyfulChaos This book is so hard to put down. 7y
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Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls | Elena Favilli, Francesca Cavallo
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This was a great read. Inspiring, kicka$$, with beautiful artwork. I definitely recommend this one. I posted my favourite piece of art from the book, with my favourite reading buddy.
#dogsoflitsy #onesittingread

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Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls | Elena Favilli, Francesca Cavallo
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Quiet time after work...

elizabethlk Loved this one! 7y
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Zero Avenue: A Crime Novel | Dietrich Kalteis
Bailedbailed

I just couldn't get into this one. Giving up instead of fighting through.

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Zero Avenue: A Crime Novel | Dietrich Kalteis
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We're having a lazy day of reading. Time for something new.
#dogsoflitsy #cuddlebuddy

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This is well written and definitely a good read. My only problem reading this has been how to true to the book the movie was, as I knew the full story and felt a little less invested.

JoyfulChaos @ParkerGray you asked for my thoughts. :) 7y
Velvetfur Hmmm, I should read that book because that's one of my favourite films.... Thanks for the inspiration 😊 7y
ParkerGray Thanks! I'll add it to my list. ☺ 7y
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Finally able to sit back, with a coffee and good company, to finish my book.
#dogsoflitsy #dogbutt

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Dragon and the Turtle | Evangeline Denmark, Donita K Paul
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We tried to have story time tonight, but we were far more interested in chewing the toy.
#grammasjoy #babiesoflitsy #startthemyoung

RaimeyGallant We were hungry. 7y
JoyfulChaos It makes noises. Lol We tried to leave it at gramma's when they left, but she wouldn't hear of that. Lol 7y
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I was referred to this cosy corner by @elizabethlk I am not always an avid reader, but I am trying to get back into the habit of it. So it's time for a little reading before bed... This has been on my to read list forever.

ParkerGray I've been thinking about reading this for a long time as well but always held back for some reason. I'd love to hear your thoughts when you're done so I can finally make up my mind! ☺😃 7y
JoyfulChaos Well, I read for about a half hour and I am nearly halfway through. It's a very easy read. The best assessment I could give at this point, is the movie was very true to the book. 7y
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