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Favorite Books of 2021

 

I don't know if anyone still follows this blog. since it has been so long since I last posted regularly,  These were my favorite books of 2021, but they are not listed in any specific order.  I also have additional books that I rated 5 stars, but these stick out, as some of the others don't stick out that much anymore.

Boone by Emily March

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2

My second to last read 0f 2020 was Boone by Emily March. Here is my Goodreads review. I loved most of this book and was almost certain that I would give it 5 stars. It wasn't until the end that I had doubts Although, I an giving it 4 and a half stars, I am rounding it down to 4 stars, since I can't overlook this obvious oversight. {In my Goodreads review, I marked a spoiler as such and allowed those who read my review to either view the spoiler or not. Since I can not do so here. I'm omitting it altogether Had this been discussed, this would have been my most favorite book of the Eternity Springs series; but by not mentioning anything was a huge oversight. Regardless, I love Ms. March's books and can't wait to see what is next.

Top Ten Tuesdays: TOP TEN (or so) BOOK COVERS THAT GIVE OFF FALL VIBES

 

Today I'm linking up with Top Ten Tuesday hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl which is all about lists. The topic today is Bookcovers that give off a fall or autumn vibes.  I did not have 10 books on my personal TBR, so I took books off my library wish list, Kindle Unlimited wishlist, and a few that I read and oops, now I have over 10!

The first book in the Whiskey River series that I really have meant to read long ago.

This has been on my TBR for 9 years and have planned to read it, but never did

Something just says fall here, probably the subdued colors.

The brown, orange and yrllow say fall to me.  This is on my Overdrive wishlist.

Hoping to read someday, if I can find a copy on Overedrive or Hoopla or my library or something do  don't buy books a full price.

I've been reading this series and this is the next book up, next time I decide to join KindleUnlimited, I'll probably read this one.

Another KindleUnlimited; this over screams autumn!

I read this in 2012 and really enjoyed it.

I really loved the ill River series by Darci Chan.  I really wish there was another book or two in the series.

Another book I love andlooks very fallish.

WWW Wednesdays 7/29/2020

WWW Wednesday is run by Taking on a World of Words.

The Three W's are:

What are you currently reading?
What did you recently finish reading?
What do you think you’ll read next?

I'm currently reading and listening to

Not sure if Pines willwork for me, s it is not my usual genre.  But I'll give it a shot.

I recently finished 

Next up. I think I'll read

and I think, I'll listen to either

or

Review of Sunshine on Silver Lake by Annie Rains

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I absolutely loved this book. This is why Annie Rains is not only one of my favorite authors, she is hands-down MY FAVORITE AUTHOR! I just loved Emma and Jack. I am not one to have a book boyfriend, but if I did Jack Hershey would be it. This book, as well as some of the previous books touch upon some important issues: breast cancer, homelessness, alcoholism. She doesn't seem to shy away from heavy topics. I'd love to see her cover an interracial relationship and other racial issues. If anyone can do it, Annie can! There are at least 2 more books and I hope many more. What is nice is her books, although a series, can also be read as standalones or one can start the series with any book. Also her romances are sweet romances in that any intimate interactions are behind closed doors. I've never listened to her books on audio, but I assume they are available on Audible, but you an comfortably listen and not feel that you are listening to a porno, when you come to a bedroom scene. One can just use their imagination. I look forward to her upcoming books with much anticipation.

Book Beginnings/The Friday 56 07/24/2020

Friday 56 is hosted at Freda's Voice and Book Beginnings is hosted by Rose City Reader. The idea is to share a sentence or so from the first page and the 56th page of the book you are currently reading!  Also, I will now also include a brief synopsis.

Synopsis:

Facing challenges in an increasingly colonial world, Chye Hoon, a rebellious young girl, must learn to embrace her mixed Malayan-Chinese identity as a Nyonya—and her destiny as a cook, rather than following her first dream of attending school like her brother.

Amidst the smells of chillies and garlic frying, Chye Hoon begins to appreciate the richness of her traditions, eventually marrying Wong Peng Choon, a Chinese man. Together, they have ten children. At last, she can pass on the stories she has heard—magical tales of men from the sea—and her warrior’s courage, along with her wonderful kueh (cakes).

But the cultural shift towards the West has begun. Chye Hoon finds herself afraid of losing the heritage she so prizes as her children move more and more into the modernising Western world. 

Book Beginnings

Share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires. Please remember to include the title of the book and the author’s name.

Prologue 1938

In the days when genies roamed this valley of tin and tears, a warrior arose from among our people.  His name was Hang Tuah and he carried a magic sword.

My Thoughts: This didn't really cause me to be excited me.  For the most part, I enjoy books close to reality, but there have been exceptions. And I greatly enjoyed Lisa See.

THE FRIDAY 56

RULES:

*Grab a book, any book.

*Turn to Page 56 or 56% on your ereader.
If you have to improvise, that is okay.

*Find a snippet, short and sweet.

Page 56

As soon as See Nee Ee entered , she saw the unease in my eyes and sensed the trembling in my bones.

My thoughts: I'll keep pressing on.