What’s On Your Nightstand?

I have been totally horrible about blogging since I came back from my little break, I know. I just have not been able to find a schedule that works for me, partly because of our various summer activities and partly due to some contract work that I have taken on. And I haven’t done a very good job of getting that done either!

I’m hoping to settle into a routine again, at least by the time school starts if not before. Of course, I am always reading something no matter what, so here’s a few of the books I have read this month:

Accidental Happiness by Jean Reynolds Page – I found this quite captivating. It is written from the perspectives of the two main characters in alternating chapters, which adds to the sense of being a little off-balance the entire time. I could never predict what the next turn would be, and I really liked that about it.

The Alphabet Sisters by Monica McInerney – Very good book about three sisters who have been estranged and are forced to be together for their grandmother’s 80th birthday. Lola, the grandmother, is an especially fun character, although there are definitely some heart wrenching moments in the book.

note ii The Note II: Taking a Chance on Love by Angela Hunt – Interestingly enough, this book is not a straight sequel to “The Note” because some of the details had been changed when it was made into a movie (which I haven’t seen). I like this author immensely, so enjoyed this book, but it wasn’t as complex or as long as I normally prefer.

Summer on Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber – An enjoyable installment to her series set in downtown Seattle and centering on a yarn shop. Even though I don’t knit, I have greatly enjoyed all of the books so far and found this one to be no exception. My personal recommendation would be to start with the first one, The Shop on Blossom Street, and work your way through so you don’t miss any of the story!