Category: Books
This next list of book recommendations from me contains mostly four star reads, as well as three five star ones. These were all excellent books and I enjoyed them immensely. Another long post, so I hope you will enjoy it! Honorable Mention Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarity I am a big fan of Liane […]
Well, I surprised myself by having the best reading year of my life. I read 102 books in 2018. My retirement from working had a lot to do with that extra time in which to read, and I hope to continue to enjoy as many good books in 2019. I am often told that my […]
I thought I would share three books that I plan to read right after the holidays. They are atmospheric and wintery reads from what I understand, and I am excited to jump into them. These books are a more "literary" choice, and will be in contrast to the "fluffier" books I have chosen to read […]
I finished the best book over the weekend. I actually read it in two sittings! Set during World War I, Last Christmas in Paris by Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb was a such a good read. The book is told through an exchange of letters between two friends. Evie and Thomas grew up together in […]
During the Christmas season, I think it is fun to pick up a book that is set during the holidays. One new one that I purchased this year is "A Lot Like Christmas" by Connie Willis, only $10 on Amazon. It is a collection of short stories that will be sure to get you in […]
I have really enjoyed some books and tv programs recently and thought I would do a "Things I Have Been Loving" post. "We Were the Lucky Ones" by Georgia Hunter has to be one of the best books I have read this year. The story is based on the true experiences of the author's family, […]
October is such a good month to snuggle in with a spooky book. I don't like horror or too much gore in my reading material, but a gothic or slightly spooky tale is right up my alley. Here are some books that I have read this month and some that I think would be great […]
I don't have a lot to show for my time this week, but I have read a really spooky, good book. The Corset by Laura Purcell. I bought this in London, and don't think it is available yet in the US. If you haven't read her previous book, The Silent Companions, that is another really […]
Bonjour Paris and Hello London. There is so much to do in London, but I always inflict visits to British bookstores on my family when we are here. They are simply the best. The British are very serious about reading and I swear there are nearly as many bookstores in London as there are Starbucks. […]
Literary fiction is defined as fiction that has literary merit, or more "serious" themes. Although there can be some overlap, literary fiction typically does not fit into other genres such as romance, mystery, horror, science fiction, fantasy etc. This type of novel makes up the bulk of my reading usually. (Except lately I have really […]
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Hello, I’m Nicole, an enthusiastic quilter and fabric lover. This blog is mainly about my quilting journey, but I share some of my other interests as well, which include reading, cooking, decorating, lifestyle, and my family. When I am not quilting, I am reading, and will share monthly book reviews in this space. I love to hear back from my followers and enjoy getting to know you.
