Oh my gosh, 62 books out of 100. I really can’t believe that I am 11 books ahead of schedule on my 2016 Goodreads Reading Challenge. And before you say I have lots of time to appreciate the written word, it rains a lot every day so gardening is always relegated to the back seat and sometimes reading takes priority. I was able to start trimming the carabao grass this afternoon (a back-breaking job every month) but the sudden shower made me run indoors.
To discover new authors, what bliss! Goodreads provides a list of new books every month and a list of all time popular books but what I appreciate most is discovering new authors who are just as good and as talented like your favorite writers. One such author is John Hart. Where were you all this time John?
I seldom give five-stars to the books I read, just maybe about 6 in 50 books but Redemption Road had me from page one, a gripping page-turner from beginning to end. I don’t normally summarize a book as a kind of review, it’s up to the other readers to find out. Well, I’m back to chick lit and memoirs and historical novels.
Did I say reading Redemption Road is worth your time?
You are so inspirational, Arlene. Thanks for the recommendation! 🙂
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Hi Kelly, it is nice to hear from you again. How are you?
Thanks a lot for the kind words.
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You’re very welcome! I’m doing well, thank you. Busy with family and work… as always! Wish I had more time to read like you, but I’m working on that. Hope all is well with you too!
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It’s nice to know that you are doing well Kelly! I split my time between gardening and reading and household chores. Waking up early gives me enough time to visit this blog 🙂
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Sounds nice, Arlene. You are blessed! 🙂
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Yes indeed, thank you!
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I haven’t read ten books in the last five years, let alone sixty-two in one year. Well done, Arlene, you put me to shame!
Best wishes, Pete.
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You made me smile 🙂 Books are perfect companions for rainy days.
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Books are perfect for rainy days! I remember how I used to curl up and read during my childhood days in Baguio. Congratulations on the feat!
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Thanks Kay! Yes, it’s those days when you listen to the patter of raindrops hoping the streets won’t get flooded and you will enjoy reading plus a hot, hot cup of coffee on the side.
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