Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters My rating: 4 of 5 stars Narrated by Barbara Rosenblat Amelia Peabody is a strong-willed, independent woman of the Victorian age. She has lived with and cared for her father, a scholar who passed on his love of history, and particularly, Egypt to his daughter. Upon his death, … Continue reading Friday Review: Crocodile on the Sandbank (Amelia Peabody #1) by Elizabeth Peters Audiobook
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Friday Review: Well of Ascension (Mistborn #2) Audiobook by Brandon Sanderson
The Well of Ascension: Book Two of Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson My rating: 4 of 5 stars Narrated by Michael Kramer The Lord Ruler is dead, his thousand year reign ended and the kingdom freed from his brutal tyranny. But the Survivor, Kelsier, is also dead, and it is up to Vin, Elend Venture, and … Continue reading Friday Review: Well of Ascension (Mistborn #2) Audiobook by Brandon Sanderson
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Tuesday Thoughts: A Day Late
Sorry about the lack of post yesterday. I am still trying to shake this cold/bronchitis thing and Sunday was not a good night. I came down yesterday morning, got a cup of coffee, and fell back to sleep on the sofa. Woke up to cold coffee and a late morning hour. So, I spent most … Continue reading Tuesday Thoughts: A Day Late
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Friday Review: The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch My rating: 5 of 5 stars Locke Lamora is a thief. He has always been a thief, but while his skills are many, he lacked direction. Until he was sold to Father Chains, the con-man priest who headed the Gentlemen Bastards. Under Chains direction, Locke's skills as … Continue reading Friday Review: The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
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Wednesday Wanderings:
For the book lovers out there, here are 15 lovely comics about the joys of books: Book Comics In case you are confused about what modern country music is and all the meaning behind it, this here fella can tell ya all about it. (Warning for language and sexual references): Country Music Explained Here's an … Continue reading Wednesday Wanderings:
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Friday Review: The 13th Apostle by Raina Smith
The 13th Apostle by Raina Smith My rating: 2 of 5 stars Speculation about a thirteenth apostle has been around since, well, the apostles. Most biblical scholars call Matthais, chosen to replace the traitor, Judas, the thirteenth apostle. But stories of a thirteenth who existed alongside the original twelve still persist. The author takes that … Continue reading Friday Review: The 13th Apostle by Raina Smith
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Friday Review: Thomas Jefferson: The Art Of Power (Audiobook) by Jon Meacham
Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power by Jon Meacham My rating: 4 of 5 stars Narrated by Edward Herrman Thomas Jefferson has always been a favorite among the American Revolutionaries. Until I read this book, I didn't realize how little I knew about him. He was, along with his political life, a student of sciences, … Continue reading Friday Review: Thomas Jefferson: The Art Of Power (Audiobook) by Jon Meacham
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Friday Review: Bloodfire Quest (Dark Legacy of Shannara Book 2) by Terry Brooks
Bloodfire Quest by Terry Brooks My rating: 4 of 5 stars I am a fan of Terry Brooks, so I have been with the Shannara books for a very long time. I am a few books behind in reading, but I am still enjoying them. I thought I would get that out of the way … Continue reading Friday Review: Bloodfire Quest (Dark Legacy of Shannara Book 2) by Terry Brooks
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Monday Musings: “I Got A Free Book!” And What To Do Afterward
I have been promoting the Smashwords Summer Winter Sale that runs from July 1 through July 30. Authors can enroll their books in the sale at a discounted price or offer them free. I have three books that are available for free. Two are at half off. It comes as no surprise that the free … Continue reading Monday Musings: “I Got A Free Book!” And What To Do Afterward
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Friday Review: My Reading Challenge 2017
So, I didn't get anything finished this week. Stuff to do, and the current set are all large books. Instead of reviewing a specific book, I'm going to give an overview of how my reading is going in general this year. I set a reading goal every year, and I use the Goodreads Reading Challenge … Continue reading Friday Review: My Reading Challenge 2017
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