It’s Monday! What Are You Reading?
and WWW Wednesdays
Click on the books covers to know more about them
BOOKS JUST READ
HISTFIC
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FICTION
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HISTFIC
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The Blue:
OMG, this was a-ma-zing, about an important moment in the history of porcelain making, in England and France, in the 1750s. My most favorite histfic of the year so far.
Review scheduled for Nov 27
Love in lowercase:
This was a cute quirky novel, highlighting how one apparently small event can lead to dramatic changes in your life. Samuel had no idea that offering milk to a stray cat coming at his door would change his solitary days into a new year of discovery.
It felt a bit Japanese, which is interesting, as the author has actually co-authored a book on Ikigai (see below).
At a deeper level, I’m not sure I agree with some metaphysical conclusions.
Samuel is a linguistics lecturer, so there are tons of references to all kinds of novels by authors from different countries. A quick, charming, and fascinating read.
The Clockmaker’s Daughter:
Quite confusing to begin with, but overall enjoyable. I plan to write a long review for this one
CURRENTLY READING
NONFICTION
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FICTION |
AUDIO
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Ikigai:
Fascinating, about the Japanese concept of ikigai – a reason for living, as the root of happiness.
Little Culinary Triumphs:
release date Dec 4
This French author is quite popular, but I haven’t read anything by her yet,
so I’m seizing the opportunity to find it on Edelweiss, even if it’s in translation
Ne lâche pas ma main:
OMG, what suspense! I’m almost done. This is another great success by Bussi.
The book cover sends you to the English version: Don’t Let Go.
BOOKS UP NEXT
MYSTERY
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FICTION
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AUDIO
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Skeleton Key:
Next on my Alex Rider binge. In these YA mysteries, Horowitz displays the same cleverness and great writing as in his latest books for adults, for instance The Word is Murder
The Shadow Land:
“an engrossing novel that spans the past and the present and unearths the dark secrets of Bulgaria”
The Moonstone:
I’ve been listening so fast to my current audiobook by Bussi, that I’ll need to listen to an audiobook from my library before I can get a new credit on EStories.
So I decided to go with this classic for The Classics Club.
I actually started listening to it during a trip last June, but the trip was not long enough and I never finished it. I’ll be restarting from the beginning.
And on Hoopla, I found a version with several narrators, might be better for this long audiobook (22H28)
CURRENT GIVEAWAY
UNTIL NOV 30
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More giveaways on November 15!
Words And Peace 
I too found The Clockmaker’s Daughter confusing. Had to go back several times to see who the character was in relation to house. Was VERY sad at ending, but ….felt like Berdie was my friend.😥
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good to read your comment Anne! I actually liked the ending. Definitely the type of book where you need to take notes on who’s who! So, what are you reading this week?
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Great variety of books. I liked the Alex Rider series but haven’t tried his books for adult yet. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
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OMG, Horowitz’s books for adults are so so good. You could also try Magpie Murders: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32075854-magpie-murders
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I agree about THE CLOCKMAKER’S DAUGHTER.
It was very confusing, but turned out in the end.
ENJOY your week, and thanks for stopping by my bog.
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and my review will be live tomorrow
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The only one of your books I’ve read is The Moonstone… loved it!
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yes, what I listened to so far was really good
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I’ve heard the Kate Morton book is confusing to begin with so will have my notebook handy when I get to it!
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yes, that would be a smart idea, to write down the names of the characters. my review will go up tomorrow
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I’ve been wanting to read a book by Nancy Bilyeau for a while. You’ve got me all curious about THE BLUE.
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it’s really really excellent
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Last night I finished Anne Tyler’s first (1964) novel, If Morning Ever Comes. Then I started Margaret Drabble’s second novel, The Garrick Year, 1964. I have been neglecting My Big Fat Reading Project lately because of so many excellent new releases.
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yes, it’s not easy to keep the balance between classics, older books, and new releases
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You have some great books on your list. Enjoy!
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thanks Yvonne. What are YOU reading this week?
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The Blue is on my list to read. I am glad to hear it was so good! Have a great week!
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fantastic indeed. thanks for stopping by
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Love in Lowercase sounds really cute- I like books that explore what happens from a single chance encounter or set-ups like that. Sounds like it would be a fun movie too.
Happy reading!
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yes! that would be a great movie indeed!!
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Love the idea of the ikigai book – think I need a bit of that in my life!
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I think we all do. and it contains also great movement references
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I have been ogling The Clockmaker’s Daughter. Enjoy your week, and here’s MY WWW POST
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it’s not her best, but that will work if you are a Morton’s fan
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The Moonstone has been on my shelf for years, but I haven’t read it yet. I’m looking forward to hearing your input on it once you read it. Here’s what I’m currently reading: https://greatmorrisonmigration.wordpress.com/2018/11/14/www-wednesdays-november-14-2018/
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I had to listen to several CDs of it during my last trip, and I really enjoyed it, that’s why I want to restart it and listen to the whole if it
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I have Ikigai and so I find myself intrigued by Love in the Lowercase. And, obviously I HAVE to read The Blue. These are fantastic books! Here is what I have been up to lately! https://silverbuttonbooks.com/2018/11/14/www-wednesday-november-14-2018/
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Love in lowercase is really cute.
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I cannot wait!
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I hope you are not too far on your library waiting list!
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