The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek | 
pickA fascinating book about the pack horse librarian program and the blue people of Kentucky - two things of which I knew absolutely nothing about.
I highly recommend this book.
**Supposedly the new book by JoJo Moyes was "lifted" from this one. I hate to believe that since this was such a wonderful and well-researched story. It would be a shame if a more well-known author got credit that wasn't deserved
pickI always enjoy historical fiction books when I learn something new. In this case, I learned about the blue-skinned people of Kentucky AND about the Pack Horse Library Project of the 1930s. I also love books about strong women who show kindness to others even when life is unfair and cruel. The audiobook version was excellent.
pickThis book about a Packhorse Librarian in 1030s Kentucky felt very visceral and real—I was right there with the main character, who goes through a lot of turmoil for very lame reasons, yet remains a total champ. Due to a rare genetic condition, Cussy Mary has blue skin. One of my faves of the year! #appalachia #librarian #strongwomen
I don‘t care for the coinage “unputdownable” but the cover blurb is spot on. Closing this book is painful! I didn‘t want to come to work today; I wanted to read this book! #librarian #appalachia #strongwomen
pickThe Gardener in me wants to grow Blue Eyed Marys. Happily Missouri Botanical Garden says it's possible. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxo...
This is one of those books that doesn't have a lot of happy moments but still manages to make you feel hopeful. It helps you to remember how far we've come(although there's still a lot that needs done) in the matter of equality.
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pickI really liked how this novel combined two true things: Blue People and Pack Librarians. The characters aren‘t drawn to be total angels or devils and the realities of life in that time are presented realistically. Recommended for fans of medicine or history.
pickIt made me angry, cry, laugh and cry some more. It also reminded me of my grandpa.
pickPicked this one up on a whim on Hoopla and I enjoyed it way more than I expected. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
pickWow what amazing story! never heard about the Pack Horse Library Project or Blue People Of Kentucky before reading this book! cheered the whole way for the lovable blue-skinned Cussy Mary,last of the “Blues” facing adversity and discrimination while delivering books as the “Book Woman”. Her kindness and courage changed people‘s hearts and minds all through her love of books and literacy. top read of the year!5 stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟 all the way!!!
I read this a while back and LOVED It! Time to read it again for book club ❤️
pickWhat made me pull this was Reese Witherspoon‘s November Book Club pick. I am not even going to mention the book, but I am sure most of you know it. There has been a ton of controversy on with the book she selected and the possibility of plagiarism. I personally decided to read the book that came out first, and I am glad I did.
Please visit my blog at: http://obsessedbookaholic.com/2019/11/03/the-book-woman-of-troublesome-creek-boo...
I have decided to read this in lieu of The Giver Of Stars. I just cannot support that book or Reese Witherspoon for selecting that book for her book club selection.
pickThis was historical fiction, which talked about something I had never heard of - blue people of Kentucky. I loved all the talk about books and reading. And the story had been drawn in the whole time.
What an encouraging way to start the day ~ with a deal for a book on my wish list! 🎧🐴📚
I am enjoying this book immensely. It‘s about a young woman in 1930‘s Kentucky, who happens to be the last of her kind. A blue woman. I‘m fascinated by Appalachia and the blue people of Kentucky, so it‘s an interesting character study. The fact that she‘s a pack horse librarian riding her mule through the hillside to deliver reading materials and other necessities to other hill folk only makes this better. Definitely a book for Book Lovers!
My new book for the week! And just after I picked it up news broke of a plagiarism scandal involving Jojo Moyes. You can read the details here: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/tomiobaro/jojo-moyes-the-giver-of-stars-kim...
#booksaboutbooks #librarybook #litsyloveslibraries
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/tomiobaro/jojo-moyes-the-giver-of-stars-kim...
This is too long of an article but interesting to me because of the similarities in the books.
Well, well, well - plagiarism accusations. After reading the article I‘m not sure that I believe it but I‘m interested because both of these books are on my TBR. You can read the article it https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/tomiobaro/jojo-moyes-the-giver-of-stars-kim...
pickThis book was AMAZING! Cussy Mary is a fantastic character that leaves you wanting to saddle a horse and join the Pack Horse Library initiative. A story surrounded by real events in time. Her journey is sometimes hard but inevitably whole. I cried some and laughed some and learned some. I think that's exactly what Cussy aimed to do delivering all those books to her patrons! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can't wait to read this in black and white print in the future! ❤
pickThe author did a beautiful job of describing the trials that the main character, Cussy, had to live through all bc of the color of her skin. The prejudices were horrible and the actions that were justified in the name of religion were heartbreaking. Cussy quickly became a favorite. Her strength, compassion, and passion for sharing her love of books and education resonated with me throughout the book.
pickI enjoyed this so much! Set in Appalachia during the Depression, this is the story of Cussy Mary or Bluet as she is sometimes called, the last of the famous blue-skinned people of Kentucky. (Yes that is a real thing) Characters you love (especially her mule Junia), great story, historically accurate. Loved!
This has gotten such universal praise I want to see what it‘s all about. And Gatsby jumped down from where she was sleeping to model (bed beard and all) the book for me. #dogsoflitsy #schnauzersoflitsy
pickThis book was wonderful, and the audio was well narrated.
Can I get through this by the end of today? 🤔 #LaborDayread 😃
pickInspired by the historical blue people and fierce and brave Kentucky Pack horse librarians,19 year-old Cussy Mary Carter dubbed Bluet is passionate about getting literature into the hands of those around her. Her loyalty puts her at risk, but that doesn't stop her. Cussy is the perfect protagonist for those of us who embrace the need for books, the healing they can bring and the future they can provide. Don't miss this book!
This book has gotten me out of my book slump. And my favorite flowers in my yard are blooming!
pickThis was everything I was hoping it would be.
Book 226/265 8/9/19
Woke up to multiple Libby by Overdrive emails notifying me of purchased requested books. Started one immediately and was tempted to call in sick to work as opposed to hitting pause. So far, so good...!
Lol. True, but there‘s also a little fairy that gives you the world in return!
I have been loving this book. Can‘t believe I live in KY and have never heard of the blue skinned people of KY. This is a very interesting read!
Next up, a book I‘ve really been wanting to read. Very excited and hope it‘s great!
1. Done
2. Hot Cheetos obviously
3. Sunset
4. A ticket to Cairo to see by bestie(about $1200), a Disney World trip ($3000) and new luggage($300). And the rest I would spend on tickets for shows I wanna see this year.
5. Kindergarten, because I had the sweetest teacher and life had yet to become complicated, as it would in first grade and beyond.
@howjessreads #friyayintro
pickThis novel is about a young Appalachian pack horse librarian in 1930s Kentucky who also has a genetic condition that causes her skin to be blue (a real condition that affected a real Appalachian family). This young woman had to endure so much grief and sorrow, but the book did end on a hopeful note.
pickI knew something about the pack librarian program and nothing about the “blue people” and the Fulgate family. I learned more about all these subjects which took place in the 1930s in Kentucky.
pickAs a librarian, this book thrummed at my heartstrings. The commitment to service, and the belief in the power of books and reading demonstrated by the Pack Horse Librarians, typify why so many of us enter the modern profession.
The information about the blue-skinned people of Kentucky and their experiences, and those of other people of color, was disturbing and fascinating.
The romantic story line detracted from the story‘s power.
pickIf you are looking for a good historical read loosely based on the Blue Skinned People Of Kentucky then The Book Woman Of Troublesome Creek is a Book I would recommend for you.
pickHistorical fiction telling the story of the pack horse library program in Kentucky in the 1930s. Cussy Mary Carter, a "librarian" is an amazingly strong character who faces physical dangers, racism and discrimination in order to deliver her beloved library books to her patrons. Surrounded by a cast of great characters she battles through trial after trial with a generous heart. This will be one of my favorites this year for sure! ?????
Went to Wisconsin for golf (hubby) and I found a book sale at the library! Score!!
pickThis book was a great story! Just read it! Poor blue people!!
pickI had never heard of the Kentucky blues. Or known much about the poverty the rural folks faced in the area. This book is about hope and hunger, yearning for learning and belonging, community and exclusion. And books.
