Books I read in October
A Classic:I didn't read any classics this month. The month passed quicker than expected!
Bookish Mamas Book Club:
The Good Daughter by Karin Slaughter
This was the first book I'd read by Karin Slaughter as I have been nervous about how dark her books are. I love murder mysteries but don't like it when they become too much of a thriller and less of solving the case. (Btw, what a cool name for someone who writes murder mystery thrillers!) I found the book to be ok, but I'm not hugely inspired to read another by Karin Slaughter. It was dark, gritty and contained a lot of gory detail which I don't enjoy reading about. The story was set in Pikeville in the south of the USA; as such it had many similarities to an early John Grisham novel set in the same region. The story follows sisters Sam and Charlie 28 years after the horrific death of their mother, and injuries suffered by them, as they are involved in another traumatic event in their town.
Unfinished business:
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Still going! This is definitely a dip in and out book for me at the moment...
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte
Library Lucky Dip
My library has stopped doing this for the moment, so no Lucky Dip this month!
Others:
Together by Julie Cohen
This was Bookish Mama's August book, but I wasn't able to find a copy in the library or charity shops. But I am so pleased that I managed to get it from the library this month and read it. What a great book! It is written backwards - not literally, but each section gradually moves back chronologically and fills in gaps hinted at in the previous section. I'm not sure how I can tell you more about the book without giving so much away! The story is about the life of Robbie and Emily, and the secrets that make up their life together.
Silenced (Alaskan Courage #4) by Dani Pettrey (Audiobook)
This is a book that I read a while ago on Kindle and accidentally bought the Audiobook as well. But as I've mentioned before, I enjoy listening to books that I have previously read. This is the fourth book in a romantic suspense series; these are Christian books which follow the McKenna family as they solve murders in their home location of Alaska, as well as the romantic lives of each sibling in turn. The 'whodunnit' kept me guessing right to the end! I also enjoy hearing snippets about life in Alaska. Hope to get some more Audiobooks from this series soon.
**Book of the Month**
Paddington on Top by Michael Bond (Audiobook)
A long car journey in our family is never complete without a good Audiobook to keep us company, and this month it was Paddington! And who is better company than Paddington! These short stories are entertaining and helped the miles pass by very quickly. We would definitely recommend these Audiobooks.
Secrets (The Michelli Family Series #1) by Kristen Heitzmann
I had got this book free on Kindle a few years ago and thought I'd give it a re-read. I enjoyed the mystery elements of the story as Lance discovered how his heritage linked with Rese's house, and the food sounded divine. But the relationship elements were uncomfortable as Lance pushed Rese out of her comfort zone with little regard for her feelings. I'm not really sure if I would recommend or re-read again.
A Gift from the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
This is the 5th book in the Comfort Food Cafe series, which was published in October. These are enjoyable easy reads, featuring some fun characters, yummy food, beautiful scenery and a romance! This book is about Katie and her young son Saul who are searching for a home and end up in the village of Budbury. Christmas hasn't been Katie's favourite time of year, but this year her new friends help her to see Christmas in a new light. This was a lovely book start getting me into the festive spirit!
Murder in Grenoble (Maggie Newbury #11) by Susan Kiernan-Lewis
Another 'good old murder' from Susan Kiernan-Lewis! I love these stories where Maggie's inquisitiveness result in her solving a murder at risk to her own life. I really wouldn't want to live near Maggie as there can't be many people left!! In this book Maggie and Grace have gone on holiday to Grenoble to try and repair their fractured friendship, but an avalanche demolishes their hotel and everyone is stuck in the dining room whilst waiting to be rescued. As they wait people start dying and Maggie is in a race against time before she is murdered herself.
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone by J.K.Rowling (Audiobook)
Bookish Mamas:
This Is Going To Hurt: Diaries of a Junior Doctor by Adam Kay
Unfinished business:
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Others:
Murder in the Vineyard by Susan Kiernan-Lewis
Lady Jane Grey: Nine Day Queen of England by Faith Cook
Grace-based Living by Crystal Lutton
The Applause of Heaven by Max Lucado
This was the first book I'd read by Karin Slaughter as I have been nervous about how dark her books are. I love murder mysteries but don't like it when they become too much of a thriller and less of solving the case. (Btw, what a cool name for someone who writes murder mystery thrillers!) I found the book to be ok, but I'm not hugely inspired to read another by Karin Slaughter. It was dark, gritty and contained a lot of gory detail which I don't enjoy reading about. The story was set in Pikeville in the south of the USA; as such it had many similarities to an early John Grisham novel set in the same region. The story follows sisters Sam and Charlie 28 years after the horrific death of their mother, and injuries suffered by them, as they are involved in another traumatic event in their town.
Unfinished business:
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Still going! This is definitely a dip in and out book for me at the moment...
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte
I was expecting this to be a difficult read, but I've got into it really well. Unfortunately I haven't managed to finish it yet.
Library Lucky Dip
My library has stopped doing this for the moment, so no Lucky Dip this month!
Others:
Together by Julie Cohen
This was Bookish Mama's August book, but I wasn't able to find a copy in the library or charity shops. But I am so pleased that I managed to get it from the library this month and read it. What a great book! It is written backwards - not literally, but each section gradually moves back chronologically and fills in gaps hinted at in the previous section. I'm not sure how I can tell you more about the book without giving so much away! The story is about the life of Robbie and Emily, and the secrets that make up their life together.
Silenced (Alaskan Courage #4) by Dani Pettrey (Audiobook)
This is a book that I read a while ago on Kindle and accidentally bought the Audiobook as well. But as I've mentioned before, I enjoy listening to books that I have previously read. This is the fourth book in a romantic suspense series; these are Christian books which follow the McKenna family as they solve murders in their home location of Alaska, as well as the romantic lives of each sibling in turn. The 'whodunnit' kept me guessing right to the end! I also enjoy hearing snippets about life in Alaska. Hope to get some more Audiobooks from this series soon.
**Book of the Month**
Paddington on Top by Michael Bond (Audiobook)
A long car journey in our family is never complete without a good Audiobook to keep us company, and this month it was Paddington! And who is better company than Paddington! These short stories are entertaining and helped the miles pass by very quickly. We would definitely recommend these Audiobooks.
Secrets (The Michelli Family Series #1) by Kristen Heitzmann
I had got this book free on Kindle a few years ago and thought I'd give it a re-read. I enjoyed the mystery elements of the story as Lance discovered how his heritage linked with Rese's house, and the food sounded divine. But the relationship elements were uncomfortable as Lance pushed Rese out of her comfort zone with little regard for her feelings. I'm not really sure if I would recommend or re-read again.
A Gift from the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
This is the 5th book in the Comfort Food Cafe series, which was published in October. These are enjoyable easy reads, featuring some fun characters, yummy food, beautiful scenery and a romance! This book is about Katie and her young son Saul who are searching for a home and end up in the village of Budbury. Christmas hasn't been Katie's favourite time of year, but this year her new friends help her to see Christmas in a new light. This was a lovely book start getting me into the festive spirit!
Murder in Grenoble (Maggie Newbury #11) by Susan Kiernan-Lewis
Another 'good old murder' from Susan Kiernan-Lewis! I love these stories where Maggie's inquisitiveness result in her solving a murder at risk to her own life. I really wouldn't want to live near Maggie as there can't be many people left!! In this book Maggie and Grace have gone on holiday to Grenoble to try and repair their fractured friendship, but an avalanche demolishes their hotel and everyone is stuck in the dining room whilst waiting to be rescued. As they wait people start dying and Maggie is in a race against time before she is murdered herself.
Books I hope to read in November
A Classic:Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone by J.K.Rowling (Audiobook)
Bookish Mamas:
This Is Going To Hurt: Diaries of a Junior Doctor by Adam Kay
Unfinished business:
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Others:
Murder in the Vineyard by Susan Kiernan-Lewis
Lady Jane Grey: Nine Day Queen of England by Faith Cook
Grace-based Living by Crystal Lutton
The Applause of Heaven by Max Lucado
Total list of books read in 2018
* Book of the month*
79. The Good Daughter by Karin Slaughter
78. Silenced (Alaskan Courage #4) by Dani Pettrey (Audiobook)
77. Together by Julie Cohen
75. Tin Man by Sarah Winman (Unfinished)
74. Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie (Audiobook)
73. The Shadow Sister by Lucinda Riley
72. Date with Malice by Julia Chapman
70. Sunshine at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
69. Coming Home to the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
68. Christmas at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
*67. Summer at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson*
66. The Olive Tree by Lucinda Riley
65. The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers
7 in October
83. Murder in Grenoble (Maggie Newbury #11) by Susan Kiernan-Lewis
82. A Gift from the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
81. Secrets (The Michelli Family Series #1) by Kristen Heitzmann
*80. Paddington on Top by Michael Bond (Audiobook)*
78. Silenced (Alaskan Courage #4) by Dani Pettrey (Audiobook)
77. Together by Julie Cohen
5 in September
*76. The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett*75. Tin Man by Sarah Winman (Unfinished)
74. Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie (Audiobook)
73. The Shadow Sister by Lucinda Riley
72. Date with Malice by Julia Chapman
7 in August
71. Full Disclosure by Dee Henderson70. Sunshine at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
69. Coming Home to the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
68. Christmas at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
*67. Summer at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson*
66. The Olive Tree by Lucinda Riley
65. The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers
14 books in July
64. The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
63. Unspoken by Dee Henderson
62. The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom
*61. The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)*
60. The Last Battle by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
63. Unspoken by Dee Henderson
62. The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom
*61. The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)*
60. The Last Battle by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
59. The Masterpiece by Francine Rivers
58. The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
57. Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
56. Prince Caspian by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
55. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis (Audiobook)
54. Stars of Fortune by Nora Roberts
53. BFG by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
52. Twits by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
51. Ratburger by David Walliams
50. The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley
7 books in June
49. A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie (Audiobook)
48. Matilda by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
48. Matilda by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
47. Cure by Robin Cook
46. Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
*45. Liverpool Girls by Lyn Andrews*
44. Murder on a Summer's Day by Frances Brody
43. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
432. Close to Home by Cara Hunter
7 books in May
41. The Enormous Crocodile by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
40. James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl (Audiobook)
39. The Worst Case Scenario Cookery Club by Chrissie Manby
38. Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier
*37. The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah*
36. Taken by Dee Henderson (Audiobook)
35. The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton
8 books in April
34. Gypsy Princess by Violet Cannon
33. The Lake House by Kate Morton
32. Julie and Julia by Julie Powell
31. The Potluck Club: Takes The Cake by Linda Evans Shepherd & Eva Marie Everson
30. The Potluck Club: Trouble's Brewing by Linda Evans Shepherd & Eva Marie Everson
29. The Potluck Club by Linda Evans Shepherd & Eva Marie Everson
*28. The Pearl Sister by Lucinda Riley*
27. The Wrong Side Of Goodbye by Michael Connelly
8 books in March
26. Win, Lose or Die by John Gardner
25. Underwater Adventure by Willard Price
24. How To Stop Time by Matt Haig
23. Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
22. Undercover Princess by Connie Glynn
*21. Hands Free Mama by Rachel Macy Stafford*
20. Belgravia by Julian Fellowes
19. Remember by Karen Kingsbury, with Gary Smalley
7 books in February
*18. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Vol 1 by J.R.R. Tolkien*
17. Five Give Up The Booze by Bruno Vincent
16. The Whistler by John Grisham
15. Grand Depart by Susan Perry
14. Outlander by Diana Gabaldon
13. The Secret of Nightingale Wood by Lucy Strange
12. Redemption by Karen Kingsbury, with Gary Smalley
11 books in January
*11. Walking the Nile by Levison Wood*
10. Valley of the Shadow (Cornish Mystery 3) by Carola Dunn
9. The Black Ship (Daisy Dalrymple 18) by Carola Dunn
8. Handle With Care by Jodi Picoult
7. The Power by Naomi Alderman (Unfinished)
6. Without Warning (Elite Guardians 2) by Lynette Eason
5. Always Watching (Elite Guardians 1) by Lynette Eason
4. The Bloody Tower (Daisy Dalrymple 16) by Carola Dunn
3. Requiem for a Mezzo (Daisy Dalrymple 3) by Carola Dunn
2. Death of a Policeman (Hamish Macbeth) by M.C.Beaton
1. Black Raven (Shetland Book 1) by Ann Cleeves
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