Monthly Archives: March 2016

Month in Review: March 2016

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Jenn

  Where does the time go!? It felt just like yesterday I was giving an update of my February month in review!?   March was a bit more productive than February.  I took more risks in books I selected to … Continue reading →

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Review: Lust & Wonder: A Memoir by Augusten Burroughs

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Jenn

I squealed with joy when I learned Augusten was releasing a new memoir. I devoured both Running with Scissors and Dry, not shying away with the brutal manner in which the author details his life.  I began reading as soon as I had the … Continue reading →

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Review: A Place Called Winter by Patrick Gale

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Jenn

This novel took my breath away.  So beautifully written, incredibly captivating from the start, I quickly found myself immersed in Harry’s journey.  This epic novel alternates between time periods, from Harry’s youth and adulthood to years later, when Harry is … Continue reading →

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Review: Reader, I Married Him, edited by Tracy Chevalier

Posted on March 25, 2016 by Jenn

Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre is likely her most popular novel. I had quite the experience reading it myself. It was required reading in high school and I hated it. I reread it in my early twenties and had a completely different … Continue reading →

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Spring Book Preview: April 2016, Part III

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Jenn

Yes, there’s more.  This is the final post, wrapping up all the April titles I’m excited about. I’ve included the publisher’s summary, as well as a few words about why I’m interested in the particular title. The Darkest Corner by … Continue reading →

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Spring Book Preview: April 2016, Part II

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Jenn

A few days ago, I shared the first part of my most-anticipated books of April post. Just when you didn’t think your wallet could handle any more, there’s more!  Once again, I’ve shared the publisher’s summary and a short note … Continue reading →

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Review: Perfectly Broken by Robert Burke Warren

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Jenn

On occasion, I take risks with books. Sometimes those risks pan out,  yet oftentimes they are complete failures.  I’m delighted that, in this case, it was a true success.  Though this was completely outside my normal comfort zone, it was … Continue reading →

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Spring Book Preview: April 2016, Part I

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Jenn

We’re on Spring Break this week. My boys are spending the week with their grandparents while my husband and I are enjoying some quiet time at a gorgeous country home.  It’s the perfect setting to sit back, relax, and plan … Continue reading →

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Review: Jane Steele by Lyndsay Faye

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Jenn

Why should you read this book? It’s inspired by  Charlotte Brontë’s classic Jane Eyre. My favorite classic. Hello, Lyndsay Faye!?!? A bit more explanation: when I learned the premise of this book, I knew I had to have it. Never … Continue reading →

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Review: The Crooked Heart of Mercy by Billie Livingston

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Jenn

There has been quite a bit of discussion in the book world lately regarding the ability to enjoy a book if you cannot or refuse to connect with the main characters.  I can’t think of a better example than this … Continue reading →

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