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Not a bad week in terms of reading for me. I’ll probably finish Stone Mattress very soon, which has been a wonderful read. I’m always a little anxious for my next read when I’ve just finished something so good!
New to my shelves this week:
Firstly, my Library Loot, which in a rare turn of events only consists of one book this week. It is the new Sarah Waters novel, The Paying Guests. I was really pleased to get the email saying this one was available, as I’ve read her previous books and enjoyed them, so I’m looking forward to starting this.
For the first time in I don’t know how long I actually purchased books. Not just one, but two!
It happened quite out of the blue. I’ve been thinking of reading Throne Of Glass for a while now. Every blog I see has nothing but the highest praise for the series, and I rather feel as though I may be missing out on something. I’ve had the e-book on my Wishlist for a while now, but kept holding back because I have SO many other books to read.
Then I saw it on Twitter that the book was 51p for a short time only. I’ve never moved so fast in my life. I have a feeling that this purchase is going to lead to a few more, but that’s good, isn’t it?
I also bought Before I Go To Sleep as an e-book too. I’m pretty certain I borrowed this one from the library a couple of times, but somehow never got around to reading it because I had too many other things to read (familiar story!), so now there’s no excuse for not reading it.
Books I’ve Reviewed This Week:
We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves by Karen Joy Fowler
Books That Have Caught My Eye This Week (Must find out more):
The Taxidermist’s Daughter by Kate Mosse – I’ve read most of this author’s work up to date, so was pleased to find out that she has a new book coming out. I’m definitely looking forward to getting my hands on a copy of this.
Events I’ve participated in:
#bookadayuk on Twitter. I’m going to make a post featuring all the suggestions for books that I’ve submitted so far, possible some time next week. It’s running all through this month. For more information, see this post on Welovethisbook.com
Also, there is going to be another Trees of Reverie Read-A-Thon starting very soon, so if anyone is interested in joining in (this will be my second) then see HERE for more information
Other Posts This Week:
Top Ten Tuesday – Characters at my Dinner Table
Thursday Thoughts – Audio books
I’m glad you snagged Throne of Glass! It’s my favourite series of this year for sure. 😉 Although I hope the hype doesn’t spoil it for you or anything…because that would suck. STILL. I’m really keen for book #3 that’s just out!
My Sunday Post!
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There’s definitely a lot of hype. Of every book blog I’ve come across mentioning the book I don’t think I’ve read a single negative comment, so I’m expecting good things 🙂
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I *WANT* to read Before I go to sleep, I have to ! Sarah Waters is great and I’ll be reading The throne of glass very soon. I haven’t read Kate Moss yet but her reputation is preceding her. Great haul, girl, enjoy and have a great week !
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I want to read it before I see the movie, as I usually prefer the book.
Can’t wait to start Throne of Glass too!
Enjoy your week 🙂
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I so want to read The Paying Guests, in on my list of books to buy when I’m back in work.
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I’m starting The Paying Guests this week. I’ve really enjoyed her past books, so looking forward to this one.
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Great, great selection of books. I can’t wait to read ‘The Paying Guests’!
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Me too, it’s the next book I’ll start, probably later this week, and I’m pretty excited about it 🙂
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Enjoy all the new books. Hope you have a good week.
Jenea @ Books Live Forever’s Sunday Post
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Thanks, you too!
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All of your newest reads sound good. Enjoy them and all the bookish things you’re participating in.
My recap: http://www.bookclublibrarian.com/2014/09/weekly-book-recap-81.html
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Thanks! I’m looking forward to the read-a-thon. It will be the second time I’ve participated and I always end up finding loads of new books I want to try 🙂
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I haven’t read any writers you mention above. Isn’t is amazing we can read so much and not all read the same thing. I did buy Top Secret Twenty-One by Janet Evanovich with an Audible credit I have floating around. And I listened to it in one day. Bizarre!
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So many authors, so little time 😀 I have a MASSIVE list of things I want to read, but how many of them I’ll manage I don’t know.
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I’ve been eyeing the Karen Joy Fowler book…and I love Margaret Atwood and haven’t read Stone Mattress yet. I loved Before I Go to Sleep, and can’t wait for the movie.
Enjoy your week…and here’s MY WEEKLY SUNDAY/MONDAY UPDATES POST
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I really wish I’d read the KAren Joy Fowler without any idea what the twist was going to be, because I think it would have changed my opinion completely, so I’d love to know what you think about it. Stone Mattress is definitely worth a read!
Have a great week!
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Having internet issues so not sure if I already posted a comment or not! Great books this week. I’m curious about Stone Mattress and The Taxidermist’s Daughters. I’m not a big book buyer either but there are some books that simply must be bought! Have a great week!
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Stone Mattress is absolutely brilliant, I’ll be posting my review this week – I really recommend it. Definitely curious about The Taxidermist’s Daughter as I’ve enjoyed other books by the same author, so it’s one I’ll look forward to.
Enjoy your week 🙂
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