Started listening to this book today. Seemed appropriate! Hope everyone enjoyed St. Patrick‘s Day. 😉🍀🍻
Started listening to this book today. Seemed appropriate! Hope everyone enjoyed St. Patrick‘s Day. 😉🍀🍻
This graphic novel was so fun! The artwork was fantastic. Loved how the author incorporated bits of her and her wife‘s lives into the story. A bit cheesy (see what I did there?) but made me smile a lot which is just what I needed at the moment. 5/5⭐️
(March 11, 2024)
#TLT Couldn‘t resist the fun since mysteries are my favourite genre! There are so many great detectives to choose from so I made two lists 🕵️
Professional Detectives
1. Hamish Macbeth
2. Adam Dagliesh
3. Thomas Pitt & his wife, Charlotte
Private Detectives
1. Hercule Poirot
2. Mis Marple
3. Sherlock Holmes
(February 8, 2024)
Really enjoyed this instalment in the series. Some very serious and important issues were discussed. Looking forward to reading Volume 5! 💜 5⭐️
(January 22, 2024)
First book finished for 2024 and it was a great way to start my reading year. This series continues to be nostalgic for me with lots of reminders of my childhood. This instalment felt a bit choppy but was enjoyable nonetheless. 3.5⭐️
(January 11, 2024)
It‘s back to reality today after enjoying 2 weeks off, sigh. Spent part of yesterday reading my #AuthorAMonth pick and enjoying a coffee in my new favourite cup. Loved how the book and mug are colour coordinated! Thank you @UwannaPublishme for this awesome bookish gift!😘
(January 8, 2024)
I finally had a chance to tally up my 2023 reads and update my Goodreads list. I‘m quite happy with the end result although I‘d have preferred that I‘d stuck with my goal of reading mostly my own books. There‘s just so many good ones at my library!😅 I‘m going to try to make more of a dent in my TBR this year. And I‘ve upped my GR goal from 60 to 75 books. 🤞🏽Hope everyone has an amazing reading year in 2024!💜
(January 4, 2024)
I'm so enjoying this series! I've already got the 3rd on hold at my library (please, book gods, let it be available soon!). I've been reading the audiobooks & the narrator, Susan Denaker, does a great job of capturing the voices of the various characters. These books are so engaging & wholesome. This one was the perfect read for this time of year since it takes place during autumn. Such a delight! 4⭐️
(October 25, 2023)
Holy cow this was one great book! Jane Entwistle‘s narration was spot on and added much enjoyment to my reading. The story itself was captivating. Nearing the end of it, it almost felt like a history lesson of sorts, a history of Norse mythology. There was just so much detail that the author covered. Really well done and I highly recommend the audiobook. Looking forward to the #LiteraryCrew #BuddyRead discussion at the end of the month! 5/5⭐️
The #ChildrensClassicRead2023 for August was a clear winner! I read the audiobook which turned out to be a BBC ensemble performance. It was excellent, very entertaining. Really enjoyed the story too. 4/5⭐️
(September 5, 2023)
"There's no shame in surrender when it's time to stop fighting." p.180
This quote pretty much sums up this novel for me. Anyone who's ever had the privilege of sharing their life with a pet will identify with this novel. Poignant, humourous, and hopeful, I thoroughly enjoyed the heartwarming story of Ted and Lily. 4/5⭐️
(August 25, 2023)
Is there ever a lot of hype about this book! It‘s deserving as it‘s very well-written and engaging. But as other reviewers have mentioned , it‘s somewhat predictable and aspects of the ending were a little too pat for me. This novel deals with some important issues and I‘m glad I read it. Rating: 3.5/5⭐️ It reminded me a lot of another novel that I read last year and which I highly recommend, “Looking for Jane.”
(August 14, 2023)
As others have said, this is beautifully written. The audiobook was narrated by Daisy Donovan who did an excellent job bringing the author‘s work to life. Even though the subject matter was intense, it was not without hope. I‘m looking forward to reading more of O‘Farrell‘s work. 4/5⭐️ #AuthorAMonth
(July 30, 2023)
Ahh, it was wonderful being back in this world again! While the story lacked the depth of the novels, which stands to reason as it's a play, I did enjoy this follow-up with HP & crew as grownups, raising their own children. I also liked the use of the time-turner & enjoyed how the plot took the reader back in time & illustrated how changes in time affected the present-day world. Word of advice, read before you see the play! 4/5⭐️
(July 25, 2025)
Week 1 of my summer vacation is in the books (pun somewhat intended😂). It flew by! The highlight was visiting my local indie bookstore and snagging these beauties. Yay for summer reading!
(July 22, 2023)
I quite enjoyed listening to Simu Liu narrate his memoir. His story is interesting and very honest. His relationship with his parents seems very complicated, but it appears to have evolved into a much more loving and supportive one. If you think Liu's success came easily, think again. He takes us through his trials and tribulations but also acknowledges his good fortune. An entertaining read. 4/5⭐️
(July 17, 2023)
I‘ve been reading a lot of middle grade graphic novels lately and they do not disappoint! This one started out with a sad event but quickly moved on to adventure and mystery. Something about the thread of the story seemed convoluted at times but not so much that i lost it altogether. Loved the artwork! 4/5⭐️
(July 9, 2023)
This was a lovely book with which to start the summer. A collection of short stories of a family‘s time spent at a summer cottage in Finland. The relationship between Sophia and her grandmother was rendered with grace and love. The author really captured the essence of both characters, likely because they were the image of their real life counterparts. I can see myself rereading this yearly as I ease into the warmer season. 5/5⭐️
(July 7, 2023)
Thanks for the tag @Eggs 😊
1️⃣I would love to visit Scotland one day and have read a number of books that have encouraged this interest. 😊
2️⃣ Definitely! The Last Thing He Told Me was an entertaining read!👍🏽
3️⃣ Started Freaky Friday today.
It‘s been a while since I‘ve read a truly absorbing suspense novel. This one definitely fit the bill. Great pacing combined with an intriguing story makes for an excellent start to my summer reading. I figured out part of the mystery just before the MC did. But from there, she was way ahead of me. I was rapt until the full story unravelled to its satisfying conclusion. I‘ll definitely seek out more books by this author! 5/5⭐️
(June 20, 2023)
Read this yesterday in one sitting. A definite 5⭐️read! Loved the characters, the storyline, and the artwork.
(June 5, 2023)
Have y‘all heard about Bookriot‘s Tailored Book Recommendations? They‘ll select books based on your preferences and Goodreads profile. After filling out a questionnaire and doing some research, they made these 3 suggestions, none of which I‘d come across before! I love being introduced to new authors and books. Thanks for this awesome bday gift @UwannaPublishme it was the perfect gift for this bibliophile!😘
(May 6, 2023)
My TBR for May is pretty ambitious. I had to make a list just to keep it straight in my brain! So, I thought I‘d post as well to keep myself on track. Looking forward to a fun month of reading!😅
(May 2, 2023)
#AuthorAMonth #ChildrensClassicRead2023 #LiteraryCrew #BuddyRead
Betty White was a delight as was this book! The audiobook was read by BW herself. It was lovely to hear her voice and her stories. She was such a positive person and the world‘s a little dimmer with her loss. When I grow up, I wanna be just like her!4/5⭐️
(April 7, 2023)
This is the first ever Steinbeck book I've read, which surprises me given how much reading I've done in my life! You'd think I would have read at least one of his books during my formative years, but nope. I listened to the audiobook and it was a quick read. It reminded me of a book I read last year, tagged below. Same setting, similar themes and outcome. 3/5⭐️I‘m looking forward to reading more Steinbeck in future! #authoramonth
(April 3, 2023)
This was a fun adventure about a young man who bonded with a horse. I enjoyed it throughout! The lead-up to the race and the race itself made the book for me. I thought the "live coverage" of the tv/radio commentator was really well-written. And, of course, the ending was just as a reader would want it to end. I think this story would appeal to any kid, no matter how old. #ChildrensClassicRead2023 4/5⭐️
(March 31, 2023)
Well, it took me about 7 months, but I FINALLY finished this book! Not sure why it took me so long. I found this to be highly readable and very interesting. Learned a lot about the start of the NACA/NASA and the women that contributed so much to make it all successful. Now to watch the movie! 5/5⭐️
(March 27, 2023)
I've long believed in the strong connection between mind and body, that if you're stressed, unhappy, anxious, or in a negative headspace, that it can detrimentally affect your body. This book confirmed all of my theories and it did so using anecdotal and scientific evidence. I read the audiobook version but plan to purchase a physical copy so that I can reread some sections in order to more fully absorb the material. 5/5 ⭐️
(March 19, 2022)
😬 I‘m a bit late with my review for this book (it was my #authoramonth February pick). This is the first book I've read by TJR. I'm not sure what I was expecting, a mystery or something nefarious. But this wasn't any of that. It was a love story of sorts. There's no right or wrong here, just a review of relationships, how they change over time as people change. 3/5⭐️
(March 13, 2023)
Started reading February‘s pick for the #LiteraryCrew #BuddyRead today while enjoying a vanilla matcha latte. It‘s an interesting story so far! Hoping to finish before the end of the month. 😅
(February 25, 2023)
I had some time this morning to sit down and read this month‘s #ChildrensClassicRead2023 pick. This simple tale with the fun artwork brought back so many fond memories. Thanks @TheBookHippie for providing all the added reading and opening my eyes to other interpretations of this book. 3/5⭐️
(February 20, 2023)
So, I went down a rabbit hole yesterday. Not for the first time, I came across this list. This time around, I decided to add this list to my book challenges spreadsheet as well as tag any books that I‘ve read using Goodreads. Surprisingly, I‘ve read more than I expected! But there‘s still soooo many! Ah well, it‘ll be a lifetime project and a labour of love. 💜😉📚
(February 18, 2023)
Just realized that I haven‘t reviewed this one yet! It was my last book read in January and it was a good one. Whatever kind of ending I was expecting was NOT that! Nor did I realize that this would be a mystery. Actually, there were a bunch of mysteries unearthed. The author did a great job filling in the gaps of this puzzle. I'm still pondering all of the threads and connections! 4/5⭐️
(February 4, 2023)
Such a sad story but so compelling. The descriptions of emotions and how each character dealt with their own tragedies and challenges was really well-written. 4/5⭐️ #authoramonth
(January 25, 2023)
I really enjoyed listening to this Audible story/podcast. Set in the Canadian fictional town of Fletcher's Grove, the stories caught my attention & imagination immediately. The full-cast ensemble was great & the production was equally impressive. It reminded me of those old timey radio shows/plays with all the sound effects that made me feel like I was actually in the story. Well worth listening to & not just at Christmas. 4/5⭐️
(January 16, 2023)
Just finished listening to this Christmas story which was a perfect read for the holidays. This book is the second in the series but I don‘t think it‘s an issue to read them out of order as I did. I enjoyed the mix of fable and history. 3/5⭐️
(January 12, 2023)
Happy Saturday! I‘m enjoying some reading time this morning and channeling the hygge vibes of this artwork. Isn‘t this the dream of every Litten? Love this artist‘s work!💜📚🎨
Artist: Esther Bennink https://instagram.com/esther_bennink?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
(January 7, 2023)
A lovely book that‘s a quick read but packs a punch. Contains many great reminders to be kind, to love, and to be gentle. Such a wonderful book to start off my reading year! 4/5⭐️
(January 2, 2023)
Happily, I surpassed my GR goal of reading 60 books in 2022. For 2023, I‘m hoping to read 60 books again, with a chunkster or two in there. I‘m also not doing as many challenges but rather focussing on reading books I already own. It‘s time to make a dent in my voluminous TBR stack! Wishing you all a wonderful reading year in 2023! 📚
(January 1, 2023)
And that‘s a wrap for my 2022 reading year! It was a great year of reading with The Mercies being the standout. Looking forward to more great reads in 2023!
(December 31, 2022)
Looks like this book has gotten very mixed reviews. Either you love it or hate it. I‘m not quite in the love camp, but I did enjoy the ride! A mystery that was interesting but not overly taxing. Perfect for what is likely to be my last read book of 2022. 3/5⭐️
(December 29, 2022)
Happy holidays everyone! My husband and I have been celebrating our own Jolabokaflod for a few years now. Here‘s this year‘s exchange, all non-fiction. Looking forward to an interesting year of reading in 2023!
(December 28, 2022)
I read this for the "spooky season" and quite enjoyed it! Definitely a retelling of Jekyll and Hyde and seemed quite gothic to me. The ensemble cast of narrators was great, it felt like one of those old timey radio dramas and was well done. Not a long read, but an entertaining one! Side note: does anyone else get peeved about how Goodreads does a page count on audiobooks? This one clocked in at 3 pages!?
Thanks for the tag @TheLudicReader
Some of these are hard choices! 😅
📖 Hardcover
⚡️ I‘d have to lean towards HP, but I enjoyed LOTR also
📚Definitely real
💰I wanna buy ALL the books!
🛋️Chair
🏡Alone
🏪Bookstore
🪄Fiction
📖 & 🎧Both!
📚All the books!
Tagging anyone who wants to play 😉
I don't recall ever reading this children's classic & I'm glad that I finally did! It's a feel good story that isn't complicated or sad, even though bad things happen. The children are generally unaware of what their parents are enduring. So they make the best of their changed situation. Sure, there are some problematic stereotypes, but for a book written in 1905, it was progressive for it‘s time. #ChildrensClassicRead2022
(September 5, 2022)
As this book was July‘s pick for the #LiteraryCrew #BuddyRead, I‘m a bit late with my review. ? But I just HAD to post about this one. It was so good! The narrators were excellent and the story absorbing. The author captured antebellum South Carolina in vivid detail. Real-life sisters Sarah and Angelina (Nina) Grimké were her inspiration. They worked tirelessly to end slavery and improve women‘s rights. A compelling read.
(August 27, 2022)
I read this while on vacation and it was perfect for that. It's the kind of book that I was able to easily get back into even with extended non-reading periods. I thought I had the mystery figured out pretty early, but I was completely wrong! The story, while somewhat disturbing, was quite suspenseful with a decent twist ending that wrapped up quickly. 3/5⭐️
(August 13, 2022)
As always, I quite enjoyed my visit with Lori and Aunt Dimity. Very entertaining and comforting. The mystery was intriguing but not scary or violent. Just light and sweet. 4/5⭐️
(June 25, 2022)
My first book read this month! 😅 It‘s been a slow reading month but I‘m glad I was able to finish this book. Really enjoyed this story. Given that I had no clue what it was about when I began this book, it‘s not surprising that I found it confusing at first. But, it became clearer and I‘m so glad I read it! 5/5⭐️
(June 18, 2022)
It‘s been a minute since my last post. 😅 To kickstart June, I thought I‘d post my May reads. As you can see, I binged a bunch of novels from the Hamish Macbeth series. My favourite reads were Children of My Heart and The Price of Salt, both 4/5⭐️. The rest were 3⭐️ reads. A good reading month! 😉