Weekend Wrap Up (Oct. 9) | Friday Memes

This is the Weekend Wrap-Up, inspired by Melanie at Christian Bookshelf Review. This is where I will tell you what I've read in the past week, what I'm currently reading, and what I plan to read in the week ahead. I might also share some interesting events from the past week!

The past few weeks, I have been in a reading slump. I just couldn't muster up the energy to pick up a book and that made me sad. I think I've over come it and I'm slowly getting back on track!

What I've Read: 

 

Reviews Posted: 

Last Chance Hero by Cathleen Armstrong

What I'm Currently Reading: 

 

What I am so behind on reading, it's not funny!:

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The Question: What's your favorite "Halloween" snack to munch on while you're reading?

My Answer: I don't really have a favorite "Halloween" snack. I just like to snack! 

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"Please join me every Friday to share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires. Please remember to include the title of the book and the author's name."

"Sitting in his cockpit, Captain Roger Greene scanned the heavens. He searched left to right, overhead, below and behind. No sign of enemy aircraft. Just formation after formation of B-17s droning along below, plus his own umbrella of Thunderbolts providing escort cover." - The Methuselah Project by Rick Barry

My Thoughts: As I've gotten a little farther into this book, I realize the beginning is just as intriguing as the story is turning out to be. I was drawn to the book by the description, and it's proven a good choice so far!

Weekend Wrap Up (Aug 14) | Friday Memes

This is the Weekend Wrap-Up, inspired by Melanie at Christian Bookshelf Review. This is where I will tell you what I've read in the past week, what I'm currently reading, and what I plan to read in the week ahead. I might also share some interesting events from the past week!

What I've Read: 

Reviews Posted: 

Hope Harbor by Irene Hannon

Full Steam Ahead by Karen Witemeyer

Currently Reading:


August "To-Read" List:

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The Question: Are you ever without a book?

My Answer: VERY RARELY do I not have a physical book or my nook with me.

Hosted by: Rose City Reader

"Please join me every Friday to share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires. Please remember to include the title of the book and the author's name."

"Camille Iverness met the big man's gaze.

Bravely. 

Boldly.

She would not be bullied or manipulated. Not in her own shop." - The Curiosity Keeper by Sarah E. Ladd

My Thoughts: As I'm already halfway through this book, I'd say the beginning piqued my curiosity - haha :D

Weekend Wrap Up (July 24) | Friday Memes

This is the Weekend Wrap-Up, inspired by Melanie at Christian Bookshelf Review. This is where I will tell you what I've read in the past week, what I'm currently reading, and what I plan to read in the week ahead. I might also share some interesting events from the past week!

What I've Read: 

 

Reviews Posted: 

A Place in His Heart by Rebecca DeMarino

What I'm Currently Reading: 

 

What I hope to Finish in July: 

 

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The Question: Do you use bookmarks? If so, do you match them to the book you're reading or do you use random scraps of paper?

My Answer: I use bookmarks, but I don't have a specific one I use. I have several to choose from and sometimes I have to use random scraps of paper because I've misplaced all of the bookmarks!

Hosted by: Rose City Reader

"Please join me every Friday to share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires. Please remember to include the title of the book and the author's name."

"The thunder of a thousand hooves pounded in her ears and she buried her head beneath her tethered hands." - To Capture Her Heart by Rebecca DeMarino

My Thoughts: It's a promising start! Since I'm almost a quarter of the way through, I can say with confidence that it only gets better!

Weekend Wrap Up (June 12) - Friday Memes

This is the Weekend Wrap-Up, inspired by Melanie at Christian Bookshelf Review. This is where I will tell you what I've read in the past week, what I'm currently reading, and what I plan to read in the week ahead. I might also share some interesting events from the past week!

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What I've Read: 

 

Reviews Posted: 

Murder Simply Brewed by Vanetta Chapman

Love Finds You in Sunflower, Kansas by Pamela Tracy

A Worthy Pursuit by Karen Witemeyer

What I'm Currently Reading: 

What's Up Next for June: 

Challenge Updates:

1 book toward my goal of 12 for the 50 States Reading Challenge - Total Complete 3

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The Question: Do you pre-schedule your posts?

My Answer: Sometimes. It depends on the post and my schedule for the week. If I finish multiple books on the same day, I'll schedule those posts so I'm not bombarding my followers with multiple book reviews in one day. 

Hosted by: Rose City Reader

"Please join me every Friday to share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires. Please remember to include the title of the book and the author's name."

"Sophie heard God in every explosion of thunder as she listened to the awesome power of the approaching storm. But there was more. There was something coming - something more than rain." - Petticoat Ranch by Mary Connealy

My Thoughts: I've already read this book, but it's been a long time. The first couple sentences hint at excitement and adventure!

Weekend Wrap Up (May 29) - Month in Review & Friday Memes

This is the Weekend Wrap-Up, inspired by Melanie at Christian Bookshelf Review. This is where I will tell you what I've read in the past week, what I'm currently reading, and what I plan to read in the week ahead. I might also share some interesting events from the past week!

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What I've Read: 

 

Reviews Posted: 

Until the Harvest by Sarah Loudin Thomas

A May Bride by Meg Moseley

In Firefly Valley by Amanda Cabot

What I'm Currently Reading: 

 

Looking Forward to June: 

 

May Wrap Up: 

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The Question: Can you read in a room with noise or do you have to have total quiet?

My Answer: Since I do most of my reading at work, and I work in a call center where there is always someone on the phone or people up walking around and socializing, I would say that I can read in a room with noise. 

Hosted by: Rose City Reader

"Please join me every Friday to share the first sentence (or so) of the book you are reading, along with your initial thoughts about the sentence, impressions of the book, or anything else the opener inspires. Please remember to include the title of the book and the author's name."

"The nurse rolled me down a hallway and through a door where my husband waited on a chair pushed into one corner of the small recovery room. He stood as soon as we entered." - The Art of Losing Yourself by Katie Ganshert

I love Katie Ganshert's books. They are though-provoking and powerful. I expect this one to be much the same!