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BOOKS JUST READ
MYSTERY
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NONFICTION
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MYSTERY
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Skeleton Key:
#3 in the Alex Rider series. 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.
I really enjoyed this one too. Great plot, super suspense. Plus looks like Alex is sent each time to a different country, this time that was in Cuba.
It’s also interesting that Alex goes to his missions dragging his feet, he would prefer just to be a regular kid. I’m curious to see him grow along the series.
Ikigai:
Fascinating, about the Japanese concept of ikigai – a reason for living, as the root of happiness. This little book is packed with goodness, lots of great tips on health. According to the book, and to many centenarians living in “Blue Zones“, the key word is movement.
Since then, I have started doing the daily Radio Taiso Exercise Routine – you can find videos of it on Youtube.
So simple, and it feels good.
Ne lâche pas ma main:
This is another great success by Bussi.
This couple is spending vacation at a sea resort on the island of La Réunion, with their 6 year old daughter. One day when they are at the swimming pool, the wife says she’s going up to her bedroom for a minute. An hour later, as she’s not back, the husband goes up. The bedroom is empty, but no one has seen her leave. Where is she?
The suspense was crazy! And there were lots of great details on the island and nature – the author is a history/geography teacher.
The book cover sends you to the English version: Don’t Let Go.
CURRENTLY READING
NONFICTION
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FICTION |
AUDIO
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A Geek in Japan:
By the author of Ikigai (see above).
As you can see, I’m in a Japanese mood these days. This book is a wonderful presentation of the history and culture of Japan. My only regret is that it’s written very small. The cover is deceiving, this is not like that at all inside, though there are lots of illustrations – bit not manga style (except the chapter on manga of course).
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. It starts in a bizarre way, but then little by little, you see how the characters are connected. Hilarious and shocking at times.
Armada:
Yes, if you click on the cover, you land on my review, so I already read it.
So here it what happened:
As you know if you’ve been following this blog for a while, Ready Player One is my most favorite audiobook EVER, mostly thanks to its narrator, the amazing Wil Wheaton.
I loved the book so much, I didn’t want to watch the movie, fearing to be disappointed. Eventually, I read about it, and it seemed good. So I did watch it, and yes, the movie is very good!
After watching it, I thought about Cline’s next book: Armada. And I realized Wheaton was also its narrator. I must have totally missed that! So I decided to revisit the book, this time by listening to it. I remember the plot, but listening to Wheaton is pure delight.
BOOKS UP NEXT
FICTION
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FICTION
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AUDIO
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The Shadow Land:
“an engrossing novel that spans the past and the present and unearths the dark secrets of Bulgaria“. I hope can finally get to it this month!!
Hikikomori and the Rental Sister:
To stay in the Japanese mood, I may read this one next. On the hikikomori phenomenon, common in Japan, and many other places now too.
Maman a tort:
(English translation: The Wrong Mother – March 7, 2019)
For my audiobooks, I go back and forth between EStories – when I get my monthly credit I order a French audiobook. When I’m out, I use my public library, focusing on classics and books on my TBR.
So, with my monthly credit, I’ll listen to this one by Bussi: a 3 year old tells his school psychologist his mum is actually not his mum…
GIVEAWAYS
UNTIL NOV 30
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NOV 15-30
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Words And Peace 
That’s cool that Wil Wheaton also narrates Armada! I have to admit, I liked the movie version of RPO better than the book!
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why did you prefer the movie? and did you read or listened to the book? I probably would not have liked it as much in print
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I read the book in print. It just got kinda wordy and technical. The movie was great because even though it was different, it kind of pared the challenges down and made them more understandable, and it was really great being able to see the OASIS come to life on the screen.
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I actually enjoyed all the technical details, it made so real, same in Armada
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Since I saw RPO included in the PBS Great American Read, I’ve been wanting to read it. I just found it at my library in audio, so I hope this is the one you liked so much.
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Narrator Wil Wheaton all the way!
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Very interested in reading Armada! Wish i could get into audiobooks …
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why can’t you?
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I’ve tried a couple times and the narrator bugged me. I will probably try again at some point and maybe try to speed up the speech. 🤷🏻♀️
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oh wow, that’s pretty fast many times
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You have some interesting looking books on your list. Hope you enjoy them and have a great week!
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thanks, you too!
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Most of your books are new to me. I did enjoy Ready Player One but haven’t read Armada yet. I remember Wil Wheaton from his days as a child actor. I’ve heard he’s a great audio book narrator. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
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Wheaton as a child actor? which movie would you recommend? Yes! he is an incredible narrator indeed
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I have just found Diana Hawkins books based in Zimbabwe. Have started the first one and I am hooked.
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Thanks. I just went to read a couple of synopsis, they sure sound good!
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Ikigai does sound good and it is so true about movement. I always feel better when I have been on the move.
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and it’s also good for the brain
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Little Culinary Triumphs looks like it could be fun! I’ll be curious to hear what you think.
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totally French weird!
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I finished The Last Cruise by Kate Christensen last night. I have started Becoming, the new memoir by Michelle Obama. In fact, I bought it in hardcover because I admire her so much.
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thanks! The Last Cruise sounds interesting
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What a fascinating selection of books. For Will Wheaton as a child actor, watch the Secret of NIMH. He was the voice of the youngest (and sick) rat child. My weekly updates
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thanks for the info!
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I loved Ready Player One, too. I still haven’t read Armada. I should definitely go the audio route with that one.
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oh yes!
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The Alex Rider books look fun, and A Geek in Japan sounds interesting too!
Japanese culture is fascinating to me. I’m glad you found some good books that explore it!
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and it goes with my latest review of an amazing Japanese mystery: https://wordsandpeace.com/2018/11/19/book-review-newcomer/
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I haven’t read much in Japanese literature and your post is tempting me. Enjoy your upcoming reads.
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you should try this one, released today! https://wordsandpeace.com/2018/11/19/book-review-newcomer/
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I read Kostova’s first novel a LONG time ago and really liked it, but I’ve never gotten around to reading her newer books. I hope it is good!
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I have really enjoyed her 2 previous books, so far this one is very good too
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