It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover This was not the book I expected, but that’s okay. I expected something a little more “thriller” after reading her book Verity. That is not what this is. Trigger warning - domestic violence. The Premise: This is the story of Lily and the two loves of her life. ... Continue Reading →
The Book That Matters Most
The Book That Matters Most by Ann Hood I love a book about books, but you probably know that already. The Book that Matters Most was no exception. However, before I recommend this one to you, I must give a trigger warning - this book discusses some pretty heavy drug use and suicide. I am... Continue Reading →
The Binding
The Binding by Bridget Collins I just finished this book in audio and immediately ordered a physical copy to re-read as soon as it arrives. I loved this book in audio, but there was so much going on, I fear I missed things. The premise: Imagine a world where books are actually bound memories. When... Continue Reading →
The Poisonwood Bible
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver Why did I wait so long to read this book? It has been on my bookshelf for a couple years now. I have heard it recommended by several bookish bloggers, yet when I would read they synopsis, I just wasn’t sure Historical Fiction about the Congo was going to... Continue Reading →
Hot Buttered Rum
With more that 18 inches of snow outside and temps below freezing, the day is just begging for a good book and a warm adult beverage. We turned to the internet for the perfect recipe and Rachel Ray certainly did not disappoint! So yummy! https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/hot-buttered-rum-recipe-1943195.amp If you try it, let me know what you think!
Unfollow
Unfollow by Megan Phelps-Roper “A Memoir of Loving and Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church” If you are unfamiliar with the Westboro Baptist Church, take a moment to google them. Let me just say, their website is godhatesfags.com. What more do you need to know? Apparently, a lot! This is an eye-opening read about extremists, hate... Continue Reading →
The Last Romantics
The Last Romantics by Tara Conklin Oh the drama… The premise - with narration that alternates between now and the past as well as from different points of view, we learn the story of the Skinner family. When dad dies, mom goes into a long depression which the children come to refer to as ”the... Continue Reading →
The Gift of Imperfection
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown The inside flap describes Brene as “...a gifted mapmaker and a fellow traveler. She is both a social scientist and a kitchen-table friend to whom you can always count on to tell the truth, make you laugh, and, on occasion, cry with you.” Yep, that sounds about right.... Continue Reading →
2022 Reading Goals
2022 - Reading Goals In 2020 I set reading goals for the first time. I wanted to re-read more books, read more self-growth type books and read more series. I did pretty well in 2020 and kept the same goals into 2021. While I don’t plan anything drastic for 2022, I think it’s time to... Continue Reading →
My Book Rating System
When I read a book I rate it on a scale of 1 - 5. This is what these mean to me: 1: Did not enjoy it enough to finish the book. Therefore, it becomes a DNF (did not finish) and I don’t count this book in my total for the year. 2: I didn’t... Continue Reading →
Cocktails In The Library 