Books Galore

I've been reading up a storm. My mom has become my own personal librarian and sends along the books she thinks I'll enjoy. She's always right :)

I wrote about a couple books that I really loved a few months back, so here are a couple more to add to the list:

Shelter Me by Juliette Fay

Totally up my alley, an easy read that pulls at your heart strings. The book is about a young mother's year of heartbreak, loss and forgiveness...and help that arrives from unexpected sources. Love.it.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson

I was skeptical right off the bat because the book is considered a "thriller" - not my top choice. The first 100 pages or so were difficult to get through, but I kept reading and it was definitely worth it. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is also the first book of a trilogy, so I'll be starting the second book of the series, The Girl Who Played with Fire, the next chance I get.

A Good Read

I'm very excited to announce that I have the week between Christmas and New Years off this year! In between gift returns and a much anticipated spa day, I'm looking forward to some "me time" cozied up with a good book and hot cocoa.

These are the last two books I read - and loved, loved, loved:

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Still Alice by Lisa Genova

I highly suggest reading both.

What should be my next pick? Any and all recommendations are welcome :)

I've Given In To The Hype

Like most pubescent 15 year old girls, I've become obsessed with the book series, Twilight. Yes, I'm 25. I'm only half way through the first book and I'm undoubtedly in love with Edward Cullen - who just so happens to be a vampire. You would assume it is sci-fi, which is definitely not my cup-of-tea, but it really is a captivating love story. I can't wait to finish the book and watch the movie.

Has anyone else read the series/watched the movie?