pickAlmost forgot to post about this impressive audio book. This version was very well made with a full cast, so each kid has their own speaking voice. We learn about the three children and their way of growing up during WWII. It's not a feelgood book, of course not, but I still wanted to come back to the story as fast as possible. Liz Kessler has worked in some parts of her own family history into this story, which makes it even more moving.
so-so⭐️⭐️⭐️
The overarching story wrapped up really well, and I loved that we got to spend so much time with past characters. I loved Jack & learning more about him, but I never cared about the romance or about Alan in general, and as he was the other main character, that was a bit of a problem.And I had some issues with *spoilery* plot choices. I‘d still recommend this series, though, because the first book is fantastic, & the story arc is very good.
pickSuper short novella and the second story I‘ve read by Sophie Jordan. I like her writing enough that I need to try a full-length book. There was some banter, Violet was a spunky and outspoken delight, and what there was of the story was interesting. It‘s not the best developed novella - a little rushed and choppy - but a decent break from tales of Krampus and Schnabelperchten
Started this for our team read for #wintergames #gangstawrappers and loving it so far.
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Off to catch up on my photo challenges and advent calendar and games. Went away for the weekend to Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania so not a lot of reading but I did watch 3 hallmark movies too this weekend so need to tally up my points!
Getting a head start on this today. It‘s the book I chose for the first meeting of the LBGTQ+ book club I will be facilitating starting in January. Fingers crossed I didn‘t pick a dud 📚🤞
I don't have a physical copy of a single romance novel, so for today's #dailyphotochallenge theme of “Love“, I tried to gather up all the romance stories that at least have a Christmas scene or theme that I'm going to re-read this month. These aren't on my TBR - I'm just giving myself permission to re-read them for points (obviously my sole reason 😉).
#WinterGames #SnowflakeSquad @PuddleJumper
pickDay one of Winter Games
3.5🌟
A confirmed bachelor finds love and forgiveness in this clean, regency romance.
It Happened on 5th Avenue a classic #holidaymovie I've never seen before. I would recommend it.
#WinterGames #SnowAngels @Emilymdxn
#WGWordSearch 3650
#HolidayRomanceReadathon @Peanutnine
#LittenListen @Aperfectmjk
#Adventathon @BookmarkTavern
#AllthebooksDec23 @TheReaderBee #firstreadofDecember
