Sunday, February 06, 2011

Monday Memes

Monday is the day book bloggers brag about their new acquisitions (See other Mailbox Monday entries here) and let others know what they have read and plan to read (See It's Monday What Are You Reading).

My mailbox got two books this week:
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last SupperJesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper is for a First Wildcard tour.  I heard the author speak a couple of years ago so I'm looking forward to reading it.
The Mountains Bow Down (A Raleigh Harmon Novel)The Mountains Bow Down (A Raleigh Harmon Novel) I loved Giorello's previous book, The Clouds Roll Away so I jumped at the chance to read this one.  It kept me on the treadmill for 50 minutes tonite, so I'd say so far, so good.

My email box was also full of free Amzaon downloads for my Kindle
After the Leaves FallAfter the Leaves Fall I liked Baart's writing when I read The Moment Between (my review) so I'm looking forward to this.
ListenListen  I was free; I thought I'd at least download it
.A Promise to RememberA Promise to Remember
Love at First FlightLove at First Flight
Wading Home: A Novel of New OrleansWading Home: A Novel of New Orleans What New Orleanean wouldn't want to read more about Katrina?
Candle in the Darkness (Refiner's Fire, Book 1)Candle in the Darkness (Refiner's Fire, Book 1)  I've been wanting to read something by Austin.
I Love You This MuchI Love You This Much I got this for my youngest but somehow it isn't quite the same as a black and white Kindle download.

As far as what I read this week,
Already HomeAlready Home is somewhat women's fiction, somewhat romance, but a really enjoyable read.  I got it via Net Galley and will publish a review in March, closer to the time when it will be published.
Lady in the Mist: A Novel (The Midwives)Lady in the Mist: A Novel (The Midwives) was my treadmill book this week, and I gave up on it.  I can't pinpoint why I don't like it, but it just never grabbed me.

Reviews this week
The Bridge of Peace (Ada's House, Book 2)The Bridge of Peace (Ada's House, Book 2) My Review
God Gave Us the WorldGod Gave Us the World My Review
Adventures in Booga Booga Land-V01Adventures in Booga Booga Land-V01 My review
The Dressmaker of Khair Khana: Five Sisters, One Remarkable Family, and the Woman Who Risked Everything to Keep Them SafeThe Dressmaker of Khair Khana: Five Sisters, One Remarkable Family, and the Woman Who Risked Everything to Keep Them Safe My review  Wonderful book!
The Dragon and the Turtle Go on SafariThe Dragon and the Turtle Go on Safari My Review.

As far as what's up next, well I'm still working on The Mountains Bow Down (A Raleigh Harmon Novel) and I've started Driftwood Cottage (Chesapeake Shores)Driftwood Cottage (Chesapeake Shores) which I got via NetGalley.  I also need to read Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper for a tour next week.  That should keep me busy.

18 comments:

  1. I want to read The Dressmaker of Khair Khana so badly! You had a wonderful week of reading. Enjoy this week. My Monday: http://www.rundpinne.com/2011/02/its-monday-what-are-you-reading-25.html

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  2. I picked up Listen from the library this past week as I wanted to try reading Rebe Gutteridge. You have some really good looking books here that are dangerous to my growing tbr list :)

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  3. Hi RAnn,

    So far I have managed to hold out against the 'Kindle' revolution, but I guess it will only be a matter of time.

    You have some fantastic titles, in an enviably full mailbox and to be honest, I haven't read any of them.

    If I had to make a selection from your list, I think it would have to be 'The Mountains Bow Down'. I have never come across Sibella Giorello before, but I love the sound of the synopsis. A good recommendation for more my burgeoning TBR list, thanks.

    Yvonne

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  4. You got a lot of great titles! I hope they're all winners!

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  5. Great Mailbox! The Mountains Bow Down and Lady in the Mist catch my eye! Thanks for stopping by, and happy reading :)

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  6. I really did enjoy The Knitting Diaries. You can check out my review here: http://bookskidsanimalsandmore.blogspot.com/2011/02/early-review-knitting-diaries.html

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  7. Great books - I can't wait for Driftwood Cottage to come out - such a fun series. I also have The Dressmaker of Khair Khana on my tbr list - looking forward to reading your review.

    My It's Monday post can be found here.

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  8. Holy moley! you got such a wonderful mailbox. I read a Cindy Woodsmall book before and liked it a lot. Hope you enjoy all your new reads.

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  9. You are so lucky!!!

    I have no access to download any free ebook from Amazon.
    Restricted area.
    *sighed*

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  10. Wow! Lots of books. Happy Reading!

    Here's my Monday!

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  11. Anonymous1:36 PM

    Looks like some good books, especially the Eucharist one. Enjoy!

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  12. Those with the e-readers are getting lots of free books. I suppose I'll have to give in and get one... eventually! Enjoy all your books.

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  13. What a great week! Congrats :)

    Hope this one is fantastic as well. Mine is at:
    http://www.dorolerium.com/?p=2237

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  14. Looking forward to seeing what you think of the Dressmaker Book!

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  15. Enjoy your books. I love Kindle freebies.

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  16. The Dragon and The Turtle Go On Safari looks cute - my son would love those animals! :)

    Here's my Mailbox! ~ Wendi

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  17. Lynn Austin's Refiner's Fire series is one of my most favorites. I absolutely loved all three books.

    I read Lady in the Mist too and I've been having a hard time writing my review. I finished it, but I can't say that I loved it.

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  18. Susan Mallery's book are always enjoyable ;) Happy reading & have a great week!

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