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This weekly reading list meme is hosted at Book Date. Join in to see what others are reading and maybe get some ideas of what to read next! Although the Book Date link-up happens weekly, I don't manage to post that often. I aim to post and link about once a month, although I sometimes link up my monthly summary as well.
I finished reading . . .
Mortal Arts by Anna Lee Huber - Although I'm a little behind the pace, I am so enjoying the re-reading of this series along with many other fans and the author as we 'count down' to the release of the next Lady Darby novel. (Find the Lady Darby Read-Along group on Facebook if you're interested.) This is the second in the series. Kiera is able to reconnect with a family friend who had been her drawing master. He had been wrongfully held in an insane asylum for many years, and now is being accused of murder. Kiera teams up with Gage to find out the truth. (Read my full review HERE)
The Scarlet Pen by Jennifer Uhlarik - A young woman's hasty engagement becomes tenuous when a Secret Service agent investigating counterfeit money discovers a connection to a string of violent murders, and both are connected to her fiance. Based on the true story of a serial killer! (Read my full review HERE)
Between the Wild Branches by Connilyn Cossette - Lukio ran away from his adoptive Hebrew family to return to Philistia, where he has become an elite fighter. His climb to fame and success falters when he realizes his childhood sweetheart, a Hebrew girl, is a slave to the princess he's about to marry. (Read my full review HERE)
The Inviting Life by Laura Calder - I finally received this book from the library that was supposed to be part of my May theme reading! I've just started it - it's about hospitality and includes practical tips for things like spring cleaning. (Read my full review HERE)
The Beachcomber's Companion by Anna Marlis Burgard - finished as part of the June Online Book Club but haven't reviewed here yet. Will do that this week! In the meantime, see: Online Book Club - Wrapping Up June: Beach for a summary.
I'm currently reading . . .
A Grave Matter by Anna Lee Huber - As mentioned, working on a re-read of this series! In this third book, Kiera and Gage investigate a grave robbery.
The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict - finally got back to this novelized biography of Hedy Lamarr.
The 5-Minute Visual Guide to the Bible by Michael Wittmer - Watch for my review of this colorful overview guide in a day or two!
Hike Maryland: A Guide to the Scenic Trails of the Free State by Bryan MacKay and Easy Weekend Getaways from Washington, DC: Short Breaks in Delaware, Virginia, and Maryland by Jess Moss - I'm not really reading these so much as browsing through them a bit more, after having already browsed through them for my June online book club post. (See it here: Online Book Club - Wrapping Up June: Beach) I'll try to remember to post reviews here as well, but no promises!
Next on the stack...
North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell - provided I can find my copy!
A Study in Death by Anna Lee Huber
Britfield & The Rise of the Lion, Book II by C.R. Stewart
Speechless: Controlling Words, Controlling Minds by Michael Knowles
An Unexpected Peril by Deanna Raybourn
What I'm Highlighting . . . Along with a few blogging friends, I'm participating in an Online Book Club that is a little different. Instead of all reading the same title, we'll be reading books that have a theme in common. That way readers of all ages, homeschoolers or not, can participate. Our theme for July is Dream Destinations. Stop by HS Coffee Break to find out more.
On my blogs recently . . .
Besides the reviews, here on Just A Second you'll find:
Scripture and a Snapshot posts
Besides the reviews, here on Just A Second you'll find:
Scripture and a Snapshot posts
And on my "first cup blog", HS Coffee Break:
What are you reading?
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I recently finished The Scarlet Pen as well!! It was so interesting. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteI am definitely intrigued by The Scarlet Pen! True story of a serial killer?? Yes please! Thanks for sharing!
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