Rise to Rebellion

Okay, so I am still reading all the time, but not always remembering to share what I'm reading. Right now I am working on a great book called Rise to Rebellion. It's a historical novel about the circumstances leading up to the American Revolution. It follows the characters of Ben Franklin, John Adams, and a few others. From what I understand it's the first of two books about the revolution, the second being more about the actual war. Anyway, so far so good and I recommend it. :)

Running With Angels

Our bookclub here is reading the book, Running With Angels, by Pamela H. Hansen. It's the story of a woman who overcame personal tragedy and lost over 100 pounds. I love an inspirational story and this one sure was! Recently, I have been doing some running myself...though I don't have 100 pounds to lose...and I have had some personal struggles that have contributed to my weight. This book was sweet and poignant. I recommend it!

March

Has anyone out there read March? It's about the father in Little Women. I am in the middle of it, and so far it follows him through the Civil War. It is interesting to get an insight into what his character might have been like. I'll update you on how like it.

No.1 Ladies Detective Agency

I just read this book for my new book club. It wasn't exactly what I expected- I'd say it was a lot more than I expected. It was fun but I thought it would be kind of a frivolous read and it has way too much character to be frivolous. I have only read the first- I think there are 9 books in the series, and they follow each other but can stand alone (or so I've heard). Anyway, this one gets a big thumbs up from me. I'd recommend it to everyone. :)

Short and Funny

My neighborhood bookclub just read A Long Way From Chicago, by Richard Peck. He wrote another interesting, but less funny book called The River Between Us. Both are worth a read but I really liked Chicago better. TGH and I read it together and we just can't suppress a chuckle when we recall something the grandma said or did. You will laugh, and it's good for kids also.

A Prayer for Owen Meany was a really good book and I would recommend it to others. Just beware that it is not an easy, quick one. It can almost be plodding, but you'll be very glad you did.

I just read a great book called The Bean Trees. I loved the main character- she is so mouthy!
Next I'm on to read A Prayer for Owen Meany- recommended by a very good friend of mine. I'm in the first 10 pages or so and so far so good.