I enjoyed this book. I like a good quick read on a Saturday and James Patterson and co-writer never disappoint. My local library has a program where you can check off writers that you like, from their list of writers, and when a new book is published you are put on the hold list automatically. I must get a notification of a hold book ready from James Patterson at least once a month. #QuiteProlific

“God must feel like this all the time - to know more than regular folks do and keep it to his self.”

I was reading an old paper back of my moms. And discovered this at the end of the book. I so remember these. I never actually use them to buy a book back in the day. Has anyone? #oldschool #preamazon

My hold came in!!! I really like the first two. I enjoy a Candice Fox book. My evening is now booked. *

*see what I did there 😂🤔

Found this book in a free little library in Phil Campbell, Alabama. I was passing through on my way to a restaurant that‘s in a cave, yes it‘s a real restaurant in a cave, in North West Alabama when I passed a park that had a free little library. I had to stop. It was mostly full of romance novels. However, in the corner I found this book; looks like it‘s probably assigned to high school students. I will give it a try.

I couldn‘t find the book in the database, so I‘m using the study guide. My pastor wrote another book. Looking forward to reading it.

This is the next book for our book club. I‘ve heard I need to buy a box of Kleenex to use as I read this book . It‘s already starting to make me cry as it opens with a quote from Ayrton Senna. One of the best Formula 1 🏎 racing drivers ever. His death in 1994 at the Sam Marino Race in Italy was truly a sad day for racing fans. He was ONE of the best.

Yes you can like 📚 & 🏎 .

Once again, another great Jane Harper book. I thought I‘d not enjoy this one as much because it was not an Aaron Falk book. However, that is not the case. I enjoyed this one quite a bit. My only complaint, is now I have to wait until she writes a new one. #JaneHarperFan

‪I also listen to one audiobook this year - Born a Crime by Trevor Noah. His story is fascinating and I enjoyed listening to Trevor Noah read it. Patricia, his mom, so much RESPECT. Why are you still reading this, go listen to this book. 15/10

‪Read 45 books in 2018-top 5:‬
‪1. Rabbit Cake @annie_hartnett‬
‪2. Beartown and sequel 2.5 Us Against Them @Backmanland ‬
‪3. The Dry @janeharperautho‬
‪4. Need to Know @karecleve ‬
‪5. The Fighter @michaelwsmith
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‪And a few more‬:
‪6. Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley @hannahtinti ‬
‪7. The Weight of the World @DavidJoy_Author ‬
8. The Woman in the Window @AJFinnBooks

Made it. Had to pull the short book card to get those last ones in. Not gonna lie, Netflix and the Hallmark Christmas movies did not help my book reading at all this year.

As the title would suggest, this is a retelling or based on novel of Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. It was a modern retelling. I found it to be quite a fun read. The author had twisted and turns that made it just that much different than the original to keep you interested. Definitely recommend it to readers who like a good psychological thriller and readers who like Rebecca. The writer honored the original text quite nicely.

I enjoyed the latest John Grisham. It‘s definitely not one of my favorites, however. It was advertised as being different then the rest of his novels. And it was…reasons in the comments so not to spoil it.

Celebrating Christmas Eve in Iceland Style -Jolabokaflod.

“People spend a fortune collecting them.”
“Then they are fools,“ Juan said shaking his head. 😂

“People spend a fortune collecting them.”
“Then they are fools,“ Juan said shaking his head. 😂

Occasionally when we read Items or memories pop up from our childhood. To see Vicks VapoRub on the page brought back many memories of colds where mom spread Vicks under my nose and all seemed so much better.

I just finished reading,The Scroll, a short story from this book. I was very entertained. It is the first Anne Perry I have ever read so I do not know if it‘s her ordinary theme and writing style or if it was written for the theme of this anthology . But, I did enjoy it. It felt like there was a touch of Dan Brown and Steve Berry in it also.

1. Bookmarks - love to get. Bookdarts - love to give to my niece, a fellow reader.
2. Time off from work - gonna read.
3. Yes, see number 2. 😂
4. Die Hard
5. Mission accepted

#siblings

This idea, thought, premise has launched a thousand, dare I say, a million books.

Reason 523 to love libraries: automatic book renewals. I have not finished this book. It was due this upcoming Sat. I was going to renew it online toward the end of the week. I received an email from the library today stating that my book was due on Sat, however, it may have automatically renewed. Holy moly cow. I am amazed. Libraries plus technology equals happy happy readers.

I enjoyed reading this historical novel. I really found the characters fascinating. I liked the fashion in which the author slowly gave us details of these characters. By the way the bookmark shown in the picture is from the bookstore, called Novel, in Memphis where I purchased this book. I was on a road trip and had to visit a bookstore. It‘s a nice well organized bookstore not as quaint as some independent bookstore. But has a killer restaurant.

Damn you Barnes & Noble. I said to myself no more books until the new year. And myself said look Barnes & Noble have signed books on sale. Purchased this signed copy of The Book Thief. I am not sure if this is the author‘s normal signature or, if perhaps, I got a copy toward the end of the signing process when his hand was a bit tired. Either way, it‘s signed, and it now rest upon my bookshelf.

OK, I‘m biting the bullet, pun intended, and taking a bullet journaling class at the local library. I‘m not sure if it‘s for me, but wanted to give it a shot, once again, pun intended. Maybe I‘ll continue, maybe I won‘t. Either way, I bought a beautiful journal for the class.

When I was in university back in the late 80s, I took a job calling alumni and asking them to pledge money. During one of the conversations I had, the woman on the phone said that her and her husband did not believe in a higher education for their daughters and would not be pledging. I thought she was joking to get out of pledging but, during an extended conversation, I found this to be their take on life now. To this day I‘m utterly disturbed.

“… as evidence that music, and art in general, are basic requirements of the human soul. Not a luxury but a compulsion. “

This is not an easy book to read. It definitely has trigger warnings. All.The.Trigger.Warnings. Is beautifully written, which so contrast with the grittiness and violence and sadness of the book. I recommend for the great storyline, the characters, the beautiful prose. I caution reading this based on the violence. However, is life not combination of the good and the bad.

It read exactly like a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie. Those movies usually included somebody with an illness, a long last child, bittersweet happiness. Sometimes I don‘t care if I can pick the ending out with the very first line of the book. I like the journey. I would recommend this to anyone who would like to crawl into a Hallmark movie for a Saturday afternoon.

Black licorice was always a brave choice in our house too. Very polarizing.

My library hold finally came in. I‘m not really sure how much of this book either of the authors wrote. And you know what, I don‘t care. I love a James Patterson (and perhaps another author help to write the) book. They are a delightful weekend read. #NotAshamedOfJamesPattersonBooks

The library book sale. Only bought two. I‘ve never read Ruth Rendell, but everybody says I should, so I bought one. And who doesn‘t like a really fun Mary Higgins Clark read. The hardcover books today were $.50. After I left I got a pop-up notice that the library was now selling all adult books for a dime. The children‘s books, however, have not been discounted it.

I think I enjoyed how this book was written more than I actually enjoyed the book; it alternates between things that are happening and questions and answers in an interrogation.

And all the Littens said...Duh. Well, the part about reading is true.

This book was a fascinating read. It wasn‘t written as fiction, but it read like fiction in some places. That being said the quote above by Gillian Flynn in the introduction speaks to me quite a bit. Because of that, I can‘t say I enjoyed the book, however, I can say it was very well done. Because events have happened after this book was released, I know it was quite successful, I can say I enjoyed that part.

Even in a book full of man‘s ability to do evil, the writer, at times, inflicts a bit of humor.

Facebook “friend” replied to a post of mind with this: “I think its interesting that libraries aren't considered in the same category as music pirating/illegal downloads. All of that savings equates to writers not being paid for their work.” Besides calling him a jerk face poopy head, how should I respond to this seriously privilege white male and his attitude about libraries? Help Littens, HELP!!!

Book sale at the library. Five of my favorite words strung together. Today was the last day of the sale so for a dollar you get to fill up a plastic bag. I splurged and bought two plastic bags. I cleaned them out of all of the James Patterson books. All of this for two dollars. #LibraryBookSale #TheyAreTheBest

This was on my library receipt today. Wow, that‘s a lot of money. But, here‘s some more info, most of the books I check out are for my Kindle so those don‘t even count on this receipt. And, I have two library cards for two different counties. I‘m curious as to what savings I have for the other county. What I‘m really saying here peeps, use your library. Use. Your. Library. #useyourlibrary #booksandmovies

⛺️ 🏄 🚔

Short story about gangsters, ledgers, with a fun twist at the end.

“... a barn animal in your hotel room.” 🐑

My niece @sameeramirez is a contributor to this textbook. She is a 20 year old college student. And, she‘s been published. #TheAuthor #SuperProudAunt

Story: Christmas 1953. “Since he had figured out the deal with Santa...”

Deckled Edges. I ❤️ deckled edges.

Holy moly cow. This was a fun read. Recommended to me by my book club leader. Started it on Sunday late. Finished it today (Tuesday). I think I would‘ve read it straight through except things like work and sleep got in the way. Kind of a thriller, kind of a spy 🕵️‍♀️ novel. Do not want to say anymore. Do not read the dust cover just go in not knowing anything. JUST A FUN THRILLING BEACH READ.

Starting this on today.

This book reads like 12 short stories nestled amongst a novella. I enjoyed that. This book was right in my wheelhouse. It was gritty , and I do enjoy a gritty novel. It was a coming-of-age story, a genre I thoroughly enjoy. The characters are not 100% likable, kind of like life. I would recommended it. Trigger warning: there is a little violence. OK, there‘s a lot of violence. But, deep down inside it‘s the story of love, safety, and family.

I think part of the joy of reading is when words create a picture that cause you to look at something differently. I enjoyed the picture of silverware being carried like a bouquet of flowers. 💐 🥄 🍴

“She was a drooler.” 😃