Hello,
Just finished reading Anita Shreve's "Body surfing". I think one of her best.
It's the story of a resilient young woman beginning her life again after several disappointments.
It is well-written and emotional. Worth the read. Its good to see this author is consistent.
Lady Bookbug!
I've finished reading McMurtry's latest and I was disappointed. It's really nothing more than a middle-aged grandpa dealing with his sexual frustrations and how they are abated. Not much can be said about character development. I would have liked to have known more about why the main character's daughters made the paramount decisions about how to live their lives. Ah well--prolific doesn't necessarily mean profound.
Another new author to me---Darcey Steinke. Her new book is a memoir entitled "Easter Everywhere" about her experiences as the daughter of a minister. It's a quick read with some quirky childhood exploits. At the end, the reader does come away with a sense of "knowing" Steinke's parents and gives us more insight into the author.
All for now!
Lady Bookbug!
Can't wait to get home and READ! Just started reading When the Light Goes-the latest by Larry McMurtry. I haven't read his writing for a number of years and now am inclined to go back and read it all again. After all one of my favorite movies of all time is Terms--so I think I'll go and get his autobiography.
Another light-hearted series is Debbie Macomber's- Cranberry Cove series. She has a new title out this month--Back on Blossom Street. I enjoy her writing very much. I find myself easily fitting into her characters and I long to take up knitting and enjoy a good conversation.
Have a great day!
Ladybookbug
Just finished reading this remarkable biography about the author's wife. It's a comparatively gentle read with some wonderful insight and meaningful quotes about life itself. My only regret is that I did not have the opportunity to meet Alice. I think we might have had some interesting conversations.
Ladybookbug!
So nice to have a sunny day after so many rainy cold days. One good thing about rainy days is that its a great chance to read a book. If you haven't read it yet, try Jodi Picoult's new book "19 Minutes". It's very timely.
Lady Bookbug!
