Christmas Book

People! What the bloody hell is happening to this blog? Ok, ok. I am at fault. I need to post more. I was thinking we would make this month really easy. I say everyone pick your favorite Christmas book to read and then tell us about it.

I'm making mine really easy, How the Grinch Stole Christmas of course!


It's a classic. My mom use to read it to me when I was young before bed, I plan on reading the book, and both the movies. Gotta get my dose of the Grinch. So tell me what Christmas book you are reading and how you liked it.

Merry Ho-Ho Day!

Merry Christmas to All and to All a Good Night

Hey, everybody!

It seems that I'm not the only one who has been incredibly busy these past several months.

It was a lot of fun being part of this project for awhile, but sometimes you just have to admit when you can't give it your all anymore, or give it any.

After going yet another month without reading yet another book, I have come to realize that it's time for me to remove myself as a contributor to this blog. I still plan to follow along and read the books when I can. I hope one day to get back to the hearty conversation that we once enjoyed and I've certainly been introduced to some great works that I never would have discovered otherwise.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of this group.

What Did You Think Of The Book?

Hey everyone,
I am hoping that you all finished the book and fell in love with the main character as I did. What say you? Did you like the fact that she was a strong and intelligent woman even though it was such an ancient time? Were you as intrigued by the way she could study the dead and determine what happened to them as I was?


Do tell, do tell.....

October/November Pick!!

Hey all,
I am sure that somewhere in the past few months, we have all stopped and said, "Wonder what ever happened to that online book club that I belonged to?" "And what ever happened to that Shawn girl....did she just run away with Johnny or what?"


Well---in my defense, I haven't had much time.

Blah, blah, blah, you say. Who wants to hear that crap? And no.....I didn't run away with my best friend, Johnny, but I still have the occasional dream that I do, does that suffice?

Anywho----congrats to Rachel----who is an ole' married lady now!!! (Ring dem bells, girl!!) Love you tons!!!

I think that it is about time to get back on track again----so I am taking the ball and RUNNING WITH IT----CATCH ME IF YOU CAN!

That said----with holidays right around the corner, I will do the Oct./Nov. pick and it is a goodie, let me tell you!!!

In honor of Halloween and dead things and all, I am going to introduce you to an amazing author and amazing protaganist----hope you haven't read this book or series before, as you will want to----as they are fantastic! The book I chose is "Mistress Of The Art Of Death" by Ariana Franklin. This is just one in a series of amazing books that I couldn't put down.... If you like this one, you will WANT to keep reading the others!

This is Good Reads description:

In medieval Cambridge, England, Adelia, a female forensics expert, is summoned by King Henry II to investigate a series of gruesome murders that has wrongly implicated the Jewish population, yielding even more tragic results. As Adelia's investigation takes her behind the closed doors of the country's churches, the killer prepares to strike again.

And Bantam Press:

A child has been murdered and residents in Cambridge claim he was crucified by the Jews. The Jews provide Henry II with a large part of his revenue and requires that the real killer be quickly found. From Naples come Simon of Naples, an renowned investigator, Mansur the Saracen, and a woman doctor trained in the study of corpses at the School of Medicine in Salerno, Adelia Aguilar. The bodies of other children are found, and Adelia is determined to find their killer.


The best part about this book is the historical aspect of the early forensics in England----and even though the author apologizes for the modern text, I thought that it was quite archaic and right on the money for the time period, which is in the 12th century.

I have to admit that I have read it, but I am planning on re-reading it again, as I enjoyed it so much. If you have already read this one-----read the next one-----"The Serpents Tale" or the third----"Grave Goods"----or the 4th one, "A Murderous Procession". Don't read them out of context or it won't make as much sense, even though the author gets you up to speed, per say.

I hope you enjoy this book....and, hopefully, the series. Amazing writing and just wicked good!

What Happened To Everyone?

Hello. Hello..... I was wondering if and when I get to choose my book----it was supposed to be August----but there was no July....so....

Anywho.....just wondering how things are going out there in book land? Are we ready to get back into the swing of things? I am still one book behind, but am still willing to give this a shot.

And by the by......HAPPY WEDDING IN SEPT----RACHEL AND BRANDON!!! You guys are too cool for school....

Oh....and I just put Johnny Depp on here, cause he is a hottie and I like to think that he is my friend.....

June Book!

Hi Kids...

Sorry I got this up so late, for some reason I had it in my head that I had July, not June.

I proudly present our June book!



Nick Hornby is one of my favorite authors. I have not had a chance to read this book, but I have seen it on the shelf at our bookstore in town and always pick it up. This gave me a chance to take it home. :)

Happy reading!

So??

How was it people? I know I really enjoyed reading this again. I've also read a few books that are in this series as well, and it only gets better with each book. I really love Sookie. She is so brave and child-like at the same time. I like to live inside her head, and especially hear other peoples thoughts around her.

What did you think?

Also, I'm looking forward to the book in June!