Because I haven't been blogging, I've been reading A TON. Here are my reviews:
The Circle Series (Black/Red/White/Green) by Ted Dekker -- 4 out of 5
I was intregued by this four book series as it really can be read in a circle - you can either start with Black and finish with Green OR you can start with Green and finish with Black. Either way, the stories do come full circle. The story line is about a man in present time who dreams of a different reality. What he learns in his dreams affects present time and vice versa. It's very sci-fi but with a ton of religious overtones/metaphors. I really got into it and found it a very engaging read.
The Meaning of Night: A Confession by Michael Cox -- 2 out of 5
This sounded better than it ended up being. This is a supposedly true story about a man who is plotting to kill the man who stole his inheritance and lover. However, because it was written in 1854, the language, lengthy "intellectual" descriptions and rambling made it very hard to get through. The actual plot, conversations, and actions of the author are very engaging. So, I think with a little editing (Ok - taking out about 300 of the 700 pages), this could be a very good book. If anyone would like to take a chance on it, just let me know and I'll ship it to you.
The Tenth Gift by Jane Johnson -- 4 out of 5
This was very good historical fiction weaved into a modern day story. The historical story is about a young Englishwoman who was captured by North African pirates and the related events; the modern story is about a woman who is trying to escape a messy affair. Her leaving lover gives her a book of embriodery patterns that contains the captured Englishwoman's story. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading it again.
How to Be Good by Nick Hornby -- 3 out of 5
I usually really like Nick Hornby books. But, this one was just OK. It's about a modern family who are just in funk and are trying to hold it together. In order to help, the sarcastic, angry father goes to a guru and decides to "be good" by only doing good deeds and caring for others. The story follows his deep drop off the hippy edge and the impact on his family and friends. The ending was quite anti-climatic and a bit apathic, honestly. It wasn't a bad read; just not as good as his others.
Sex in the City by Candace Bushnell -- 1 out of 5
Most of you have seen the series and the movie -- they are way better than the book. I realize it was a newspaper column, but it's a very disjointed read and the characters are more sarcastic, shallow and greedy than they ever appear in the series. Don't waste your time on the read - enjoy the TV instead!
This Charming Man by Marian Keyes -- 5 out of 5
Ann introduced me to Marian Keyes in college and I've yet to be disappointed by anything she's written. This was a wonderful story (set in Ireland like most Keyes novels) linking 4 different women to a rising politician whose public image is much nicer and cleaner than his private dealings. A little more serious than other Keyes novels as it deals with domestic violence but it could still be considered chick-lit. I highly recommend this book.
Murder on the Eiffel Tower by Claude Izner -- 3 out of 5
I picked this mystery up because I love anything about Paris. The story takes place at the World Expo at 1889 when the Eiffel Tower first debutted. A series of seemingly unrelated murders occurs and a book seller tries to solve the mystery. It's actually a good mystery (I couldn't figure out who did it until they told me) but there were a few plot jumps that I just couldn't follow. Maybe I should read it again and see if it goes up in review at all - it was good enough for a second read.
The Heretic's Daughter by Kathleen Kent - 3 out of 5
Ann loaned me this very solid book (awhile ago - I'm sure she thinks I mean to keep it but it will be returned to her shortly) and I enjoyed reading it. It's the story of one family during the Salem witch trials and what happens to them. It was a little slow at points (you just kept waiting for the poor woman to get arrested) but the details and what happened after she was arrested were really interesting. It was a very good book - thanks, Ann.
I'm waiting for something else to catch my eye but I'll keep you posted.
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Book Reviews
As I mentioned, we did some reading on the cruise. And, I haven't done a book review in awhile, so I thought I'd let everyone know what I've been reading and what I think (cuz my opinion is so super important!). :)
The Princes of Ireland by Edward Rutherfurd -- solid 4 out of 5
I've been so into Brit-lit (good term, right?) that I thought I should branch out and learn a little bit about Ireland. This book starts with the Celts and goes all the way through the reign of Henry VIII. It was wonderfully fascinating and made me want to go to Ireland straight away. I really recommend this book.
The Rebels of Ireland by Edward Rutherfurd - maybe 3 out of 5
For as much as I loved the first book, I just couldn't get as much into this one. It ended up having the same theme for every decade (the first book skips hundreds of years at a time) and I just got tired and bored with the characters. I read it to finish the "saga" as they're billed. Too bad.
I did some re-reading -- the Twilight saga (I know, yet again for the 18th billion time . . . Brent tried to read them and couldn't get into them at all - it just must be me), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and Shogun. All good reads, obviously, as I was coming back for more.
For the cruise, I reread Good in Bed by Jennifer Weiner as I had the follow-up book, Certain Girls, packed up.
Certain Girls by Jennifer Weiner - 4 out of 5
Definite chick-lit but very good. The book is told by the mother and the daughter at the same time, so you get their differing points of view and teenage angst. I'm glad I reread Good in Bed as I didn't remember as much about the characters - it was helpful as this book went along.
As Sure as the Sun by Anna McPartlin -- 3 out of 5
This was a story within a story, which I really like, but the endings were all a little too pat for my taste (even with as much as I like a happy ending). Good chick-lit book - thanks for letting me borrow it, Ann!
I'm starting into a mystery sci-fi kind of series next, starting with Black. I'll let you know how it goes and if it's worth a read.
The Princes of Ireland by Edward Rutherfurd -- solid 4 out of 5
I've been so into Brit-lit (good term, right?) that I thought I should branch out and learn a little bit about Ireland. This book starts with the Celts and goes all the way through the reign of Henry VIII. It was wonderfully fascinating and made me want to go to Ireland straight away. I really recommend this book.
The Rebels of Ireland by Edward Rutherfurd - maybe 3 out of 5
For as much as I loved the first book, I just couldn't get as much into this one. It ended up having the same theme for every decade (the first book skips hundreds of years at a time) and I just got tired and bored with the characters. I read it to finish the "saga" as they're billed. Too bad.
I did some re-reading -- the Twilight saga (I know, yet again for the 18th billion time . . . Brent tried to read them and couldn't get into them at all - it just must be me), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and Shogun. All good reads, obviously, as I was coming back for more.
For the cruise, I reread Good in Bed by Jennifer Weiner as I had the follow-up book, Certain Girls, packed up.
Certain Girls by Jennifer Weiner - 4 out of 5
Definite chick-lit but very good. The book is told by the mother and the daughter at the same time, so you get their differing points of view and teenage angst. I'm glad I reread Good in Bed as I didn't remember as much about the characters - it was helpful as this book went along.
As Sure as the Sun by Anna McPartlin -- 3 out of 5
This was a story within a story, which I really like, but the endings were all a little too pat for my taste (even with as much as I like a happy ending). Good chick-lit book - thanks for letting me borrow it, Ann!
I'm starting into a mystery sci-fi kind of series next, starting with Black. I'll let you know how it goes and if it's worth a read.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Book and Movie Reviews
Since I'm doing blog catch up, I thought I'd add some more book and movie reviews. Here goes:
Daughter of York by Anne Easter Smith
Solid 4 out of 5 stars. This book is about the ending of the War of the Roses (the house of York versus the house of Lancaster) and the life of Margaret of York, who becomes Princess when her brother claims the English throne and then is married to Charles, the Duke of Burgundy. It's very interesting and gave me some more to research and think about in Tudor England. Anyone who like historic fiction and is an Anglophile would like this book.
To Hold the Crown by Jean Plaidy
Another solid 4 out of 5. This book takes place right after the Daughter of York ends (conveniently) and follows the joining of the houses of York and Lancaster through the marriage of Henry the VII and Elizabeth of York (the niece of Margaret of York). It provided some insight (and vast assumptions) about the father of Henry the VIII (who I know most of my friends have read about) and the stability that Henry the VII really brought to the country, which helped solidify Henry the VIII's reign. I'm sure I'll read it again.
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day - good movie (3.5/5) Set in WW2 Britain, an old-fashioned governess arranges to work for an American cabaret singer. Situations between 3 men and the cabaret singer, who keeps asking the governess for help in picking the right man, keep your interest and have you rooting for the governess to find happiness. I strongly suggest adding this to your NetFlixs cue.
Run Fat Boy Run - awesome (5/5)! I have watched this movie over and over and have not gotten tired of it. It's about a fat security guard who decides to run the British marathon in order to win back his ex-girlfriend (with whom he has a son and who he left at the alter when she was pregnant). This definitely has British humor (a little dry at times) but it has me cracking up every time I see it. You all must watch this movie!
I'm working into a series of historical fiction books on Ireland next (I had to take a Brit break by reading the Twilight series for the 18th time again . . . I know, it's ridiculous really) so I'll let you know how they turn out.
Daughter of York by Anne Easter Smith
Solid 4 out of 5 stars. This book is about the ending of the War of the Roses (the house of York versus the house of Lancaster) and the life of Margaret of York, who becomes Princess when her brother claims the English throne and then is married to Charles, the Duke of Burgundy. It's very interesting and gave me some more to research and think about in Tudor England. Anyone who like historic fiction and is an Anglophile would like this book.
To Hold the Crown by Jean Plaidy
Another solid 4 out of 5. This book takes place right after the Daughter of York ends (conveniently) and follows the joining of the houses of York and Lancaster through the marriage of Henry the VII and Elizabeth of York (the niece of Margaret of York). It provided some insight (and vast assumptions) about the father of Henry the VIII (who I know most of my friends have read about) and the stability that Henry the VII really brought to the country, which helped solidify Henry the VIII's reign. I'm sure I'll read it again.
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day - good movie (3.5/5) Set in WW2 Britain, an old-fashioned governess arranges to work for an American cabaret singer. Situations between 3 men and the cabaret singer, who keeps asking the governess for help in picking the right man, keep your interest and have you rooting for the governess to find happiness. I strongly suggest adding this to your NetFlixs cue.
Run Fat Boy Run - awesome (5/5)! I have watched this movie over and over and have not gotten tired of it. It's about a fat security guard who decides to run the British marathon in order to win back his ex-girlfriend (with whom he has a son and who he left at the alter when she was pregnant). This definitely has British humor (a little dry at times) but it has me cracking up every time I see it. You all must watch this movie!
I'm working into a series of historical fiction books on Ireland next (I had to take a Brit break by reading the Twilight series for the 18th time again . . . I know, it's ridiculous really) so I'll let you know how they turn out.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Book Reviews
Since I haven't been blogging, I've been doing a whole bunch of reading. And, I wanted to give everyone a little review of what I've been reading (in case they need books - wink, wink, Ann!) and I decided a little system would be good (5 stars - 5 being awesome/should be read over and over and 1 being a total loser/couldn't get into). Also inspired by Ann, I added the label of Books to the posting so blog readers could find book reviews easier.
Chasing Harry Winston by Lauren Weisberger
A solid 4 stars - total chick lit very like Sex in the City, especially since it takes place in NYC. It's the story of 3 friends who make a pact to change an aspect of their love lives over the course of a year. Great summer/beach read.
Hungry Woman in Paris by Josefina Lopez
2.5 to 3 stars - Lopez was the screenwriter for "Real Women Have Curves" and this is her first novel. She's definitely a Latina/Chicana spokesperson. Overall, the storyline is good, really good, especially the stuff in Paris. Brief plot summary - non-cooking, journalist woman has mid-life crisis, leaves fiancee, and goes to Paris and enrolls in cooking school. BUT there is a ton of sex that I just hadn't counted on (it worked with the storyline but just totally unexpected and started to feel over the top) and the ending was a little too militant/political for me. I didn't think the end worked with the rest of the book, but that just me.
The Last Voyage of the Valentina by Santa Montefiore
5 - a summer must read - very on par with The Island (recommended by Ann). It's a story within a story (a format that I admit I love) - a woman is finding out about her dead mother and in turn solving the mystery around herself and her family. Very good read - makes me want to head to Italy right away.
The Russian Concubine by Kate Furnivall
4 -very good read. In this book, a young Russian woman is living without papers in an international settlement in China and falls in love with a Chinese rebel. It's the story of their interactions and decisions, set to the backdrop of the start of Communist China. I really liked the international aspect of it and all the different ethnic interactions. And, Brent got to use his college degree and give me a little background into the true turn of events.
The Serpent's Tale by Ariana Franklin
3 - solid, but I may not read it again. This is actually the second book with this main character. I didn't read the first one (I didn't know there was a first one) and although it's set in early England, it's really more a murder mystery with the English political stuff as background (the Plantagenet wars). The main character is an early CSI investigator and is trying to solve the murder of the king's mistress before civil war breaks out (the king blames the queen who was under arrest at the time). It's a good mystery, but I did solve it before they revealed it in the book (go me). I'd get this one at the library and save my B&N money.
That's all for now - I have started a new book and will let you know what I think of that one when I finish (very promising so far.)
Chasing Harry Winston by Lauren Weisberger
A solid 4 stars - total chick lit very like Sex in the City, especially since it takes place in NYC. It's the story of 3 friends who make a pact to change an aspect of their love lives over the course of a year. Great summer/beach read.
Hungry Woman in Paris by Josefina Lopez
2.5 to 3 stars - Lopez was the screenwriter for "Real Women Have Curves" and this is her first novel. She's definitely a Latina/Chicana spokesperson. Overall, the storyline is good, really good, especially the stuff in Paris. Brief plot summary - non-cooking, journalist woman has mid-life crisis, leaves fiancee, and goes to Paris and enrolls in cooking school. BUT there is a ton of sex that I just hadn't counted on (it worked with the storyline but just totally unexpected and started to feel over the top) and the ending was a little too militant/political for me. I didn't think the end worked with the rest of the book, but that just me.
The Last Voyage of the Valentina by Santa Montefiore
5 - a summer must read - very on par with The Island (recommended by Ann). It's a story within a story (a format that I admit I love) - a woman is finding out about her dead mother and in turn solving the mystery around herself and her family. Very good read - makes me want to head to Italy right away.
The Russian Concubine by Kate Furnivall
4 -very good read. In this book, a young Russian woman is living without papers in an international settlement in China and falls in love with a Chinese rebel. It's the story of their interactions and decisions, set to the backdrop of the start of Communist China. I really liked the international aspect of it and all the different ethnic interactions. And, Brent got to use his college degree and give me a little background into the true turn of events.
The Serpent's Tale by Ariana Franklin
3 - solid, but I may not read it again. This is actually the second book with this main character. I didn't read the first one (I didn't know there was a first one) and although it's set in early England, it's really more a murder mystery with the English political stuff as background (the Plantagenet wars). The main character is an early CSI investigator and is trying to solve the murder of the king's mistress before civil war breaks out (the king blames the queen who was under arrest at the time). It's a good mystery, but I did solve it before they revealed it in the book (go me). I'd get this one at the library and save my B&N money.
That's all for now - I have started a new book and will let you know what I think of that one when I finish (very promising so far.)
Monday, April 20, 2009
Realtor Reality Bites
I have lots of catching up to do in this posting, but let's get started with the housing situation in Royal Oak. Now, I know the economy and housing market sucks right now. I get that. What I didn't get until we met with a realtor last Thursday was that if I want to sell my house right now, we need to a) take a substantial loss on it (which we found out is not tax deductable), b) short sell the mortgage and screw up our credit rating, or c) rent the house. I was ready to lose what we invested (which luckily wasn't too much) and accept a little below what we bought it for - just a little - and head on down south. Not so much. Because of the banks owning so many houses right now, we just can't compete with the pricing. So, we might become slum lords as rentals are still really good in Royal Oak right now and we could make the mortgage that way. We are going to get a couple more opinions and go from there. On the plus side, the realtor said that we had the place decluttered and staged really well (quite a feat for us - we worked really, really hard Wednesday night). So, that made us feel slightly better.
Lots of other things have been going on, so I'm going to backtrack. This past Easter Sunday we did Will's first ever Easter Basket - I was getting him all hyped up about finding the eggs; at first he didn't care, but when he found out there was candy in there, he was all over the eggs. So, I had 6 eggs in our living room and just set the basket out. As soon as he saw the basket and the goodies in there, he just wanted to go through that. We helped him find the eggs and told him he could have one piece of candy for breakfast (along with some cereal). We actually got the whole family out for church and their Easter egg hunt - Will had picked out a tie for Easter and looked so cute! Will enjoyed his first egg hunt and our church did a great job. I'm proud to say I got it all on video tape, and as soon as I can figure it out, I'll post it.
Lots of other things have been going on, so I'm going to backtrack. This past Easter Sunday we did Will's first ever Easter Basket - I was getting him all hyped up about finding the eggs; at first he didn't care, but when he found out there was candy in there, he was all over the eggs. So, I had 6 eggs in our living room and just set the basket out. As soon as he saw the basket and the goodies in there, he just wanted to go through that. We helped him find the eggs and told him he could have one piece of candy for breakfast (along with some cereal). We actually got the whole family out for church and their Easter egg hunt - Will had picked out a tie for Easter and looked so cute! Will enjoyed his first egg hunt and our church did a great job. I'm proud to say I got it all on video tape, and as soon as I can figure it out, I'll post it.
Will has also started singing all kinds of songs, all on his own. I love it! He just bursts out and wants you to join in (sometimes - other times, he waves his hands and shreiks, "NO!"). It started with "Baa, baa, black sheep" and has now progressed to songs from the Backyardigans (his favorite CD and TV show) and even songs from "Hairspray."
Not to be outdone, Sofia has started standing all by herself and is "cruising" on everything. She really likes to walk by holding your hand and we think she'll be walking by herself soon. And, she's become more of a climber too, which is not good. She tries to climb EVERYTHING - the baby gate, furniture, the oven . . . I don't remember Will getting into as much as Fi does. We have to watch her on the stairs all the time because she gets up them so fast. It's exciting and a little scary at the same time, but from our experience (and what everyone else tells us), that's parenting. :)
On another good note, I think our house is finally cleared of all sickness. Brent and I are both feeling better; the kids never caught anything (thank goodness); and my foot is getting better every day. It's still pretty sore at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
Oh - during my sitting phase, I caught up on some of our DVR backlog and finally got to watch "Tin Man" from the SciFi channel. It was totally awesome! It's a futuristic take on "The Wizard of Oz" and is just really well done. I highly recommend it. And, I finished the "Dark Materials" book series. It starts with "The Golden Compass" and goes through 2 more books. They were Ok - it was a bit more theological and of a war on church mentality than I thought "young adult" books should be, but that's just me. I'm glad I read them, in case the kids ever want to (we really don't think we'll limit what they want to read) but I don't think I'll ever read them again.
I am excited to start on my stack of books from B&N - I got a gift card there for my birthday (such a great present). I'm not sure which one I'll read first, but I'll let you know what I like.
That's the long and short of it for now. Everyone take care and we'll talk to you soon.
Not to be outdone, Sofia has started standing all by herself and is "cruising" on everything. She really likes to walk by holding your hand and we think she'll be walking by herself soon. And, she's become more of a climber too, which is not good. She tries to climb EVERYTHING - the baby gate, furniture, the oven . . . I don't remember Will getting into as much as Fi does. We have to watch her on the stairs all the time because she gets up them so fast. It's exciting and a little scary at the same time, but from our experience (and what everyone else tells us), that's parenting. :)
On another good note, I think our house is finally cleared of all sickness. Brent and I are both feeling better; the kids never caught anything (thank goodness); and my foot is getting better every day. It's still pretty sore at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
Oh - during my sitting phase, I caught up on some of our DVR backlog and finally got to watch "Tin Man" from the SciFi channel. It was totally awesome! It's a futuristic take on "The Wizard of Oz" and is just really well done. I highly recommend it. And, I finished the "Dark Materials" book series. It starts with "The Golden Compass" and goes through 2 more books. They were Ok - it was a bit more theological and of a war on church mentality than I thought "young adult" books should be, but that's just me. I'm glad I read them, in case the kids ever want to (we really don't think we'll limit what they want to read) but I don't think I'll ever read them again.
I am excited to start on my stack of books from B&N - I got a gift card there for my birthday (such a great present). I'm not sure which one I'll read first, but I'll let you know what I like.
That's the long and short of it for now. Everyone take care and we'll talk to you soon.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Children's Literature
I have been on a huge children's literature kick lately. I'm not sure why, but it's been a lot of fun and going through a book a day (which makes me feel like I've accomplished quite a lot). I just finished The Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander - they are wonderful and I remember reading them as a kid. And, I think these books were partly the inspiration for JK Rowling's Horcrux idea (read the 4th book, Taran Wanderer, and you'll see what I mean) and could be seen as a child's introduction to the Lord of the Rings books (which were actually written first - I checked!) I can't wait to read them to Will someday.
I was also thinking about all the British literature that I read and wondering why I tended that way. Then, I figured it out - it's all due to Walt Disney! I read every book that went along with a cartoon movie (Alice in Wonderland - still an all-time favorite -- 101 Dalmatians, Peter Pan, Mary Poppins, the Jungle Book) and if I liked the book, I read everything else by that author. It definitely kept me reading, and also started my thinking that most books are better than the movies, even cartoons.
I'm moving on the the Golden Compass books next - the movie wasn't too bad and I want to see what the books are all about. I'll let you know!
I was also thinking about all the British literature that I read and wondering why I tended that way. Then, I figured it out - it's all due to Walt Disney! I read every book that went along with a cartoon movie (Alice in Wonderland - still an all-time favorite -- 101 Dalmatians, Peter Pan, Mary Poppins, the Jungle Book) and if I liked the book, I read everything else by that author. It definitely kept me reading, and also started my thinking that most books are better than the movies, even cartoons.
I'm moving on the the Golden Compass books next - the movie wasn't too bad and I want to see what the books are all about. I'll let you know!
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Some Good Things
While I was whining yesterday, I realized that I should have put in some positive media I've seen and read recently. First off, I finally got to watch Enchanted and Penelope - can you tell Brent was on the road this week? :) They are both such cute, happy movies and I really enjoyed them and can't wait to watch them again on cable. I also finished reading The Island, which Ann loaned to me. She always has wonderful book recommendations/loans for me. In any case, The Island is about a leper colony in Greece and 3 generations of women - very good book and makes you fully appreciate the love of family.
Other good things - I got to spend Monday with my friend, Kristi, and her great 3 kids. She has 2 darling twin girls and a new baby boy - she's such a super mom and I don't know how she manages. I'm always amazed when we hang out. It was lots of fun and great to meet baby Tae - he's just beautiful! We're going to miss them - Will and the girls have such a good time - he gets them so riled up! It's total chaos and tons of fun.
Today's good thing is my first shamrock shake of the year - I love them and wish McD's would have them all the time. I plan on indulging in them this weekend too, all the way up to St. Pat's Day. Yum!
Have a great weekend everyone and enjoy some good things!
Other good things - I got to spend Monday with my friend, Kristi, and her great 3 kids. She has 2 darling twin girls and a new baby boy - she's such a super mom and I don't know how she manages. I'm always amazed when we hang out. It was lots of fun and great to meet baby Tae - he's just beautiful! We're going to miss them - Will and the girls have such a good time - he gets them so riled up! It's total chaos and tons of fun.
Today's good thing is my first shamrock shake of the year - I love them and wish McD's would have them all the time. I plan on indulging in them this weekend too, all the way up to St. Pat's Day. Yum!
Have a great weekend everyone and enjoy some good things!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Dashing Expectations
I decided last week, with Brent being out of town, that I should start taking a "technology break" at least once a week - I love to read, but TV and the internet seem to take up most of my evenings after the kids go to sleep. So, I spent 2 nights finishing "Revolutionary Road" instead of watching TV. I was SO excited to read this book - I love Kate Winslet and the movie seemed to be getting rave reviews (I have not seen it - we don't get to a lot of movies). Oh my gosh! What a let down! Not to ruin anything for those of your interested in reading it, but it was so intense and morally bankrupt . . . I was so bummed! I had to read a teen book to get over it. I thought it was going to be like Mad Men (AMC plug here) - I love this show about the '60's advertising agency, NYC, and family life. The show is great - well written, well acted, lots of good drama - and it's not exactly fluffy bunnies, but it seems like a kiddie story when compared to "Revolutionarly Road."
To follow up this disappointment, Brent and I decided to watch "In Bruges" Saturday night because it looked like a comedy. NOT! Again, not to ruin anything, but it was way more intense than I bargained for. However, I will say it was a good movie and totally made me want to go back to Europe. So, there's that.
So, I am now on the hunt for something new to read - my friend, Ann, always lends me great books but I am done those now. Readers (if there are any), please leave me some suggestions.
To follow up this disappointment, Brent and I decided to watch "In Bruges" Saturday night because it looked like a comedy. NOT! Again, not to ruin anything, but it was way more intense than I bargained for. However, I will say it was a good movie and totally made me want to go back to Europe. So, there's that.
So, I am now on the hunt for something new to read - my friend, Ann, always lends me great books but I am done those now. Readers (if there are any), please leave me some suggestions.
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