Wow, 2 years! #Litsyversary

amazing, breathtaking, heart-wrenching, an absolute must read!!!

Let‘s be friends! #HarryPotter #wizardsunite

Murakami is my favorite author, so this review is a little biased! That being said, I loved this novel! It is magical realism at it‘s finest and Murakami does not disappoint with this book. His style of writing- it‘s simple words that form such detailed pictures in my mind. I can‘t get enough of his work! #PulitzerWorthy

This was amazing! While I‘m not usually a fan of mythology, Circe was readable, entertaining, and excellently written. Highly recommend!

This is my favorite book of the year thus far. It brings a human face to immigration. Told from the viewpoints of mother and son, I was drawn into both of the characters emotional worlds. Deming/Daniel has a fierce desire to belong that everyone can relate to.

My favorite books begin with a family tree. Salt Houses traces 4 generations of a displaced Palestinian family. Their daily lives are tempered by war. Sweeping, magnificent, and beautifully written. #7thBookof2018

While the writing was superb, I couldn't take the main character seriously. He was indignant about religion, his father, and a more experienced girl. He wasn't relatable. Also, I was troubled by the depiction of homosexuality.

This book of short stories by Ha Jin moved me. Ha's sparse prose tells the stories of lonely, disappointed Chinese immigrants in New York. Many of his stories are open-ended, but do not feel unfinished. I definitely want to read more of his work. #6thBookof2018

A book for book-lovers! This novel is adorable and cozy. Nina follows her dreams and finds love. I really enjoyed Colgan's descriptions of Scotland. I added it to my bucket list of vacations to take. #5thBookof2018

For fans of dystopian novels, this is a pick. It was entertaining, but in a disturbing way; A little too cult-ish for me. I did find Janey heroic in her rebellion and liked that the story was told through different girls. However, I did not like that the plot was advanced mainly through dialogue. #4thBookof2018

I stopped at my local library this morning. I ❤ the library!

I really enjoyed this love story, as it wasn't just a love story. It was an ode to growing old, to relationships; It was historically accurate, detailing Japanese internment. Isabel Allende writes beautifully and this novel is no exception. #ThirdBookof2018

💡 office manager, 🕉 yoga, 🐼 pandas, 🍊 orange, 🍟 french fries, ☕ coffee, 🌹 pink roses, 🍁 fall, ⚡Harry Potter
#LitsyLoveList Thanks, @hermyknee 😊

2. I like both!
3. I don't drink
4. Brown eyes
5. The Japanese Lover - Isabel Allende
#HumpDayPost @MinDea

Lincoln Rhyme is one of my favorite serial characters and he didn't disappoint in The Burial Hour! I love the plot twists and that the novel is set in Italy. #SecondBookof2018

Stay With Me is a compelling and intense novel about a Nigerian couple desperate to have a child. I really liked the way the narrative was split in time and in voice. I definitely recommend it! #Recommendsday #FirstBookof2018

I'm so glad I participated in the #ReindeerReads challenge, it was so much fun! For the last post, my #LitsyStats , as I don't know how to find just #DecemberStats

When I was 15, I wrote a description of the man of my dreams. In 2017, I married him. He is everything I 've ever dreamed of and more! #Black&Gold #ReindeerReads #blessed

I liked a few books that came out this year; Most notably- Forest Dark and Made for Love, but I didn't have a favorite. #BookOfTheYear #ReindeerReads

My new year's #resolution is to reverse my recent diabetes diagnosis. #ReindeerReads

The Six Tudor Queen series by Alison Weir is on my 2018 #TBR list! #royalty #ReindeerReads

Mr. Wonka is one of my favorite #PeculiarCharacters #ReindeerReads

Happy Holidays to all those celebrating! #JoinIn #cheers

#Bookish gift from my hubby! The Bookish Box is a monthly subscription that includes a book, bookish items, and a bookish t-shirt (optional.) I received my first box a few days ago! #ReindeerReads

king crab legs and pastrami #HolidayMeal #ReindeerReads

These library card socks from Out of Print make a super cute #StockingStuffer! Who else loves the library? #ReindeerReads

#CurrentEvents #ReindeerReads

Although, I wouldn't describe the Winterfell as a #WinterWonderland 😅 #ReindeerReads

Karat, a Hahn's Macaw, is my favorite #Animal! Catching up on #ReindeerReads posts 😊

This #ModernDystopian novel is part of the MaddAddam trilogy. I highly recommend it to all Atwood fans and lovers of dystopian literature! #ReindeerReads

This was the first book I read after joining a #BookClub. While fiction is my preference, I really liked the storytelling and Skloot's writing style. Lacks' story is incredible! #ReindeerReads

The first book of #ShortStories I read by David Sedaris. I loved it so much, I went and read everything else he wrote! #ReindeerReads

A #LongList of makeup I want! 💄💋#ReindeerReads

Great novel about the #FamilyDynamic! At times funny, yet quite sad. #ReindeerReads

Thomas Kinkade #SilentNight #ReindeerReads

Happy #HumpDayPost from @MinDea
1. Currently watching Top Chef and Shameless (too many faves to list)
2. Mom's oxtail stew
3. Nearly done!
4. Seeing Star Wars and moving!!
5. It snowed over the weekend here ❄
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What is more #powerful than a person who believes in equal rights and is willing to fight for them? #feminist #resist #ReindeerReads

Wanderlust (n.) the irresistible, incurable desire to #travel or wander #ReindeerReads

I love this time of year! #holidaylights #ReindeerReads

Our first Christmas as Mr. and Mrs! #ornaments #ReindeerReads

All warm and fuzzy #SockSaturday #ReindeerReads

A friend has this Couch Guest Book for #visitors! It's so much fun 😊 #ReindeerReads

Hanging #icicles ❄ We, in NJ, are expected to see snow Saturday morning! #ReindeerReads

The fantastic world of Harry Potter #redandgreen #ReindeerReads

Day 4 of #ReindeerReads is a #dangerous book... the fact that this book was written is dangerous.

#somethingnaughty except not REALLY #ReindeerReads

A day late in the #ReindeerReads challenge! I don't read much #historicalfiction, but I really enjoy this series!

This book came highly recommended and, as an ABC (American-born Chinese,) I really wanted to like it. But, alas, I could only read 3 chapters before stopping. It was so vapid and disappointing. I will still see the movie, but have no interest in finishing the book or reading the other 2 in the series.

#tistheseason to reread my favorite holiday book as a child #ReindeerReads