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I wish I could figure out a good way to sugar coat it, but I can’t. The last week has been tough, really tough. I feel a little like I’m mourning the loss of the country I thought I lived in. And, I’m so very sad about that. I’m digging deep to find optimism and hope, but I think those will take some time to find. On a happier note, most of the week I was treated to snuggles and smiles from two of my gorgeous grand babies!
Last week’s read:
The Bird Tribunal by Agnes Ravatn is a short book, but it took me all week to get through it. That has little to do with the story itself and much to do with a house full of guests and the chaotic week we all had. I’ll have a review of this psychological thriller up late this week or early next.
Currently Reading:
My aunt, Joan, is a really avid reader, so when talking to her I always want to know what she’s recommending. She loved Midnight in Broad Daylight by Pamela Rotner Sakamoto. This is a nonfiction account of a Japanese-American family who find themselves on both sides of WWII. She promised me that it would read like fiction and she was right! I’m not very far in, but already fascinated by the Fukuhara family. It’s reminding me a little of The Boys in the Boat, which if you’ve never read, you should!
Likely to read next:
I had planned on starting Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult this week, but just wasn’t ready to face a book having anything to do with racism right now. I still really want to read it and know lots of people have loved it, so hopefully soon. Or, perhaps Inheriting Edith by Zoe Fishman may just be the “lighter” sort of read I need next! Have any of you read this one?
Oooh – a Boys in the Boat comparison will always get my attention! Will look for your final thoughts.
I’ll let you know if it holds up!
Don’t despair. Let’s think of this as a time for hope in unexpected places. If only we can think more of each other; remember there will always be people who disagree with us but we can find common ground in search of peace, might we start with each other?
That’s where my mind has been heading these last few days. Thanks!
I haven’t read Boys in the Boat but it sounds like something I’d like to read. Thanks!
Honestly, it’s one of my favorite books ever, and it was such an unexpected surprise. Who would think a book about rowing could be as exciting as The Boys in the Boat was!
I really want to read Small Great Things also, but right now is not the time. Can you imagine JodiP right now and the thoughts on her book coming out so close to this election, wow.
I haven’t heard of Bird Tribunal and I love thrillers/psychological thrillers specifically.
I have seen Small Great Things on so many blogs that I am really tempted to give it a try. She’s an author I’ve never read. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
I’m also struggling with what happened last week. It’s a strange, strange time…these days.
I think a lot of us have been sent for a spin this past week, wondering what on Earth is happening, and struggling to make sense of the world. Books can be strength and comfort in troubling times.
Isn’t that the truth? I remember one rather sad period in my life when London by Edward Rutherfurd felt like my refuge!
Small Great Things was excellent! One of her best yet! I read it a few weeks ago, fortunately, as it would be a tough read right now. But very worth it.
Thanks! I definitely plan on reading it, but will wait a week or two.
Inheriting Edith should be a really good read. ENJOY!!
I like the cover on The Bird Tribunal.
Have a wonderful reading week.
Elizabeth
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