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LeaKell

LeaKell

Joined May 2020

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Bare Bones: A Novel | Kathy Reichs
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What‘s not to enjoy about a good murder mystery?

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Velvet Was the Night | Silvia Moreno-Garcia
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At first I really didn‘t care much for the characters in Velvet was the Night but as the story progressed I found myself engrossed in this tale! A good historic fiction-ish mystery read.

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I listened to this book and there are so many passages I wish I could go back and read. Everyone needs this book. Having the author narrate on the audio was an added bonus, and I have not gotten Vargas‘s story out of my head all week.

Texreader Such a good book 2w
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Song of Solomon | Toni Morrison
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I found myself torn between wanting to race through to learn what happens to Milkman, Guitar, Hagar, and Pilate and slowing down to soak in every word Toni Morrison had to say. Such as it always is with her! I‘m just thankful to have lived on the same timeline as Morrison, thank you for sharing your gift.

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The Covenant of Water | Abraham Verghese
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“It‘s fiction! Fiction is the great lie that tells the truth about how the world lives!”

SamAnne Love that quote! 2mo
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A thought provoking book that provides a glimpse into the life of a mom and how she survives. We need more books just like this.

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Persuasion | Jane Austen
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“You pierce my soul.” I had the ending spoiled for me before I sat down with this book so I knew that somehow Miss Elliot and Captain Wentworth ended up together. That only made this book better. I felt like I was sitting down with old friends catching up on how they came to be together. Austen does it again. 10/10

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Woman of Light: A Novel | Kali Fajardo-Anstine
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This book is incredible. Beautiful story of family both past and present. Being from Colorado made this one all the more special!

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Jurassic Park | Michael Crichton
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This book is freakin awesome.

dabbe It really is! 💙❤️💙 9mo
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Bless Me, Ultima | Rudolfo Anaya
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Anaya‘s book had me thinking about faith and family and what does it mean to be a part of something bigger than yourself.

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I had a hard time falling in love with Fanny Price especially after reading about Eliza and Emma but I did come around to Ms. Price and her other worldly goodness-even I had fallen for Henry Crawford!

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I, Robot | Isaac Asimov
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There is more Asimov in my future.

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Daisy Jones & The Six | Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Man, I can‘t stop listening to Fleetwood Mac and dreaming of this group. A unique way to write a book and I was hooked from the very beginning.

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The Road | Cormac McCarthy
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I read this book in February and it still hasn‘t crawled out of my brain. Horrifying depictions of humanity‘s worst and best.

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Jaws | Peter Benchley
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Some parts of this book made me cringe but overall I loved this epic of a small town vs a very large fish.

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Sense and Sensibility | Jane Austen
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How have I lived this long without Jane Austen in my life? Another delightful read.

dabbe Beautiful edition! 🤩🤩🤩 9mo
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Emma | Austen Jane
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My favorite Austen book thus far. My literary crush is officially Mr. Knightley.

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I will be reading more of Amor Towles in the near future. I enjoyed escaping away to the enduring and clever life of Count Alexander

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The Shining | Stephen King
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I feel as if I have been checked into the Overlook Hotel the past week. And much like the Torrence family, I could not escape this terrifying book. So scary and so well done.

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Broken Horses: A Memoir | Brandi Carlile
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Thank you Brandi for your story and your advice. I love your songs and their honesty, I cry every time I see you live and this book was impossible to put down.

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The Marrow Thieves | Cherie Dimaline
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Dystopian novels can have a similar feeling to them but Dimaline takes a new approach. An interesting story line with a warning for present day readers. Highly recommend!

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Maisie Dobbs (Anniversary) | Jacqueline Winspear
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I‘m looking forward to more Maisie Dobbs adventures. Part mystery, part historical fiction, this book was a great get away!

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I had to read this book for a Sociology class and I am so glad I did. Anyone interested in human nature and the state of American democracy should pick this book up.

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I absolutely delighted in reading this book. Fantastic from beginning to end, I can‘t wait to read all of Austen.

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The House on Mango Street | Sandra Cisneros
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This book was like medicine.

LeftyDv Yep. Cough syrupy. 2y
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The Yellow House | Sarah M. Broom
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I loved this memoir/love letter to New Orleans. This book did more to open my eyes to the injustices before and after Hurricane Katrina than any other I‘ve read.

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The Bluest Eye | Toni Morrison
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I did not know writing until I read Toni Morrison for the first time. Ms. Morrison encouraged all of us to read and learn from her books and while I‘m just beginning to discover the talent and the power of Ms. Morrison I am haunted and enchanted by her characters and their lives.

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A perfectly easy summer read. I love novels and their ability to suck you in. This one did just that!

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The Handmaid's Tale | MARGARET. ATWOOD
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This book sat on my chest and clouded my days. I had a hard time leaving the world Ms. Atwood created once I put the book down. Everyone should read this haunted and depressing book. Mayday

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Life is too short to read books you can‘t get in to. I tried with this book, like 150 pages of trying, but dang..I bailed and I never bail on books! Not for me.

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Gone Girl | Gillian Flynn
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I read this for the first time a few months ago. Who knew I could dislike two main characters so equally!

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This book made the list of the most banned in schools last year. Any book being banned is a tragedy and this one is no exception. It‘s smart, funny, and courageous. It‘s a YA that forces some pretty heavy thinking all while making you giggle. A must read!

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Take an hour out of your day to read this collection of mantas, poems, and inspiration. And always remain hopeful.

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Fight Club | Chuck Palahniuk
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Sometimes you should read books that make you uncomfortable and this one definitely fits the bill.

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“and worry is worn like a knit sweater in summer” three beautiful (long) sentences and absolutely brilliant art. Breathe in this incredible book.

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I read this book after a colleague of mine had her class read it in U.S. History. Written for a young audience and so much history in 240 pages, left me wanting more, which is the point! I can see my middle school niece loving it.

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Winter's Tale | Mark Helprin
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I loved this book and I‘m having a hard time putting into words exactly why. It‘s beautiful, contemplative, and seems to be from another time. Sit down (with a dictionary) and soak up this incredible tale.

Sapphire I “felt” winter in every fiber of my being with this, like ice in my lungs and sparkle in the vision. 1y
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“We only pass this way once.” Lewis gives advice and wisdom on topics ranging from faith to environmentalism. This book is his last thoughts to a generation that will carry on his legacy. “Be patient. Be hopeful. Be humble. Be bold. Be Better. Keep the faith. Carry on.” Here‘s to good trouble, Mr. Lewis.

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The Outsiders | SE Hinton

We saw the same sunset.

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When Breath Becomes Air | Paul Kalanithi
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Incredible. Everyone should read this book about finding joy in life and all of its uncertainties. Absolutely loved it.