It was not the greatest reading week; I found myself drawn into a new game on my phone instead. However, the books I read were good ones, so the week was not a total loss.
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Marisha Pessl’s newest novel is phenomenal. There is so much to it that I could see it being a fantastic book club selection. Between the Neverworld, the mystery, the group dynamics, the boarding school, life and death, and wealth’s privileges, the discussions one could have are endless. I was thoroughly engrossed by the story and cannot stop thinking about what Ms. Pessl has to say about living. I hope others pick this one up to read and love it as much as I did.
Molly Harper is a comfort read, and I adore the McCready family. Enough said.
I have heard some rather negative things about Sarah Pekkanen’s latest novel. However, I really liked it. Its subject is not an easy one, by any means, but I like how honest she is about marriages and life. The fact of the matter is that marriage is hard, and when you have children and have been together for a while, it is so easy to stop seeing your partner. I like how she does not excuse adultery, but I like how she tackles this very sticky subject. It made me think about the state of my own marriage; any time a book affords you an opportunity to reflect on your own life makes said book a good one in my mind.
DID NOT FINISH:
Nothing
CURRENT READ:
CURRENT LISTEN:
This is going to take an eternity for me to finish at my current listening speed, but I can’t not listen to it.
NEXT UP:
June Review Copies:
So, what are you reading?
I’m intrigued by the Book of M-definitely can’t wait to read what you think of it (i have a slight issue with a lot of library holds coming in at the same time so can’t get to Book of M just yet).
I finished The Outsider last week. I thought it was just ok. King books are always hit or miss with me (11/22/63 is one of my favorite books of all time but many others of his I thought were mediocre).
I love King’s books. I have only listened to them though. I wonder if that makes a difference in enjoyment.
What is the game called?
Homescapes…to my ever-loving shame.
I keep seeing The Book of M…I hope it’s a good one!
It is taking me a long time to read it. I haven’t figured out if that is due to the book or my mood when trying to read it.
I read Sarah Pekkannen’s book some time ago – end of last year in fact. I agree with what you said about it. It did cause you to think and consider. I notice she will have a new one coming out in January with co-author Greer Hendricks. I look forward to that one.
I am anticipating her next collaborative effort with Greer too. I really liked their first effort.