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Hello there Reading Friends– Sometimes
you just want a good story, something to kick back and escape everything around you. Sort of Netflix binging for readers. I’m thinking these two books would fit nicely into that category. Enjoyed them both.
Seven Days of Us — by Francesca Hornak
When Olivia Birch returns at Christmas from treating an epidemic abroad, the whole Birch family is quarantined for a week in their country house. So many twists an turns as an unknown family member arrives, a mother guards her secret, sisters clash and a father sees things in a new light. Couldn’t put it down– sad and endearing and heart warming all the way to the end.
How To Stop Time — by Matt Haig
Tom Hazard looks like an ordinary 41 year old, but actually he was born in the 1500’s. He’s known, Shakespeare, Captain Cook, F. Scott Fitzgerald… And he’s been recruited by the Albatross Society, made of people with his same rare condition–and whose motto is “Never Fall in Love” –hold people at arm’s length. The book skips between the 1500’s and current London, amid Tom’s struggles to find the “normal” life he wants while stuck in fears from the past. Strong characters and it all wraps up with an exciting ending.
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You’ll have to let me know if “how to stop time” is any good because I’ve been wanting to read it it for a while now but never got round to it!!
I finished it and it was really enjoyable. I think it started a little slowly, but had a explosive ending!
Awesome I’ll have to check it out!
Hope you like them!! If you can find some leisure reading time in the middle of studies!!
I usually can find the time – it’s just that I’m usually reading when I should be doing something else 😂
I like the sound of both of these books Rhonda. My tbr list is getting rather long 😊
Hey Brigid! I was thinking that you were they one who recomended the Seven Days of Us book to me. NO?? I liked it a lot. What are you reading these days?? xox
No it was not me! I am reading a fabulous book by Sonia Choquette. Walking Home. She is walking 500 miles of The Camino de Santiago. I am getting so much from it. Happy Easter. X
Both of these books look interesting. It’s funny, but I’ve read several synopses lately with plots very similar to How to Stop Time. One was called No Less Days. I don’t know if it’s any good, just happened to notice the similarity. I guess we’ll always be attracted to the ‘what if’ of immortality. Hope all is well as you trek into April (yes, I’m pushing it a bit!). xo
Hi Marcia– it’s sort of a time travel book– in that the character lives so long in a linear way, but the story jumps here there to different spots in his life. It was fun– not the best book ever– but it kept me going… What are you read these days?? And happy almost April to you too! We’re having family in for Easter ham. Do you do something special?? Something at the library?? xox friend.
These books sound fantastic! I’m especially intrigued with How to Stop Time. I always love your suggestions. 💗🌞🌻
Hi Lisa! It was a fun book– kind of a time travel through this characters long life. What are you reading these days?? xox
The books sound so interesting! I will have to add these to my summer reading list!
Hope you like them Antonia! I always have a “books to read” list going too. What have you been reading lately?? Do you have some favorites?? xox
I’m in between books right now, but I am going to start Butter soon. I just love food books, surprise, lol! 😀
A book titled Butter??! Sounds intriguing! (and good bread with butter is practically my favorite food!) Is it a novel? documentary? Happy Easter ahead Antonia! xox
Ah again both of these sound so good!
Hey Lacey! Is your book club meeting this month?? What’s your next book?? And it’s almost Friday– hooray for weekends. Hope you get to kick back! xox
Yay for Friday!! We are meeting next week to go over the Thru-Hiking book about the PCT. The next book isn’t my pick, so I don’t know what we’ll be reading next.
How did the book discussion go?? Sounds like a interesting book– I think I’d rather read about hiking the PCT than actually doing it! xox
It’s tonight and I think I agree with you! I’d like to think I’m touch enough, but really I’m a day hiker at very best.
I’m with you on that! Enjoy your book night out Lacey! hugs!
We had the book club meeting, and one of the girls had actually hiked for a week through Sierra portion of the trail! Wow, I was impressed.
It does sound impressive. We’re camping in Sequoia this summer (near the trail) and will do some kid friendly day hikes. It’s so pretty up there in the redwoods! What are you all reading next?? xo
We are waiting for the next person to announce there pick. Should be any time now. My good friend also just mailed me a stack of books. I’ll have PLENTY to work through over the next few months. What are you reading now?
I’m reading through books (memoirs) by Kelly Corrigan. She funny and irreverent and has a lot to say about relationships. Liking them a lot. How was your Easter?? Hope you got some time to kick back too. xox
That sounds like a FUN, spring read.
We had a great time visiting y dad’s farm. We ate big and played big! How was yours?
Sounds just right Lacey! So cool that you can head out to a real farm with the kids!! They’ll have such good memories of that! Happy Tuesday! xo
Oooooh, these both sound great. I just finished Sing Unburied Sing by Jesmyn Ward. Boy was that an interesting read. I highly recommend. — Kat
OK, I’m writing it down on my book list. Just read the amazon review and it sounds intense, but worthwhile. thanks Kat.
Love your summaries and recommendations! I’ll have to look these up. I don’t read as much as i used to… and I find I’ve been missing it more & more. I listen to audio books, especially on long travel days, but it’s not the same for me. Carrying a real book may not be considered “practical” nowadays because of all the gadgets and devices we all have… but I miss the feel of a book in my hands, reading the pages at my own pace, and learning about another place & time or someone else’s story. All this to say… thanks, Rhonda! I think I’m going to throw a book in my bag, so next time I’m at the airport or on a long car ride, I’ll be able to enjoy a good book! Take care, my friend, and have a blessed Easter week!
I know just what you mean Daisy. We’re going on a trip next Tuesday so today I loaded up at the library — BUT I want to take a smallish suitcase. So how many books can I squeeze in and still fit in my socks and p.j.s??! It’s tricky. hugs hugs to you dear Daisy.
Wow, these two books sounds interesting. Thanks for the recommendation, Rhonda!😘