Some say a mountain-top view of the beach at sunset is God’s point of view. I say creating characters for NaNoWriMo comes close.
Okay. Now that I see this, maybe not even close!
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The Lies We Leave Behind by Noelle Salazar
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Xe Sands, Patrick Zeller narrates a beautiful story about love and life during the war. Noelle Salazar is now one of my favorite authors.
Not a squishy romance novel- not this book. But by happenstance and coincidence, through pain and suffering, characters meet and find friendships that grow.
I loved the story. The stress and strain of wartime life make a tense story hard to put down. Especially towards the end of the book. And may I suggest Kleenex.
Though I was fortunate to borrow this audiobook from Libby, this is another I may be forced to buy as I already miss the characters.
The Liberty Scarf by Aimie K. Runyan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was charming in a way you don’t expect from a World War I novel. The scarf is the tie between the women and their lives. Ann Marie Gideon, Gary Furlong, Caroline Hewitt, Saskia Maarleveld narrate the couples involved. Such a beautiful story I may have to buy the audible and read it again. This time I might take notes to make sure I know whose point of view each voice is.
I love reading books about women doing the jobs of the men during war; women finding themselves and making rules that make sense to society rather than stuck in caveman days and mores.
This audioedition came from Libby. I’m so glad to have that opportunity. Please give this book a read.
There are learning disabilities that I have and have enhanced my life probably more than hurt me. But I’ve never tested for face-blindness. It isn’t the worst case. But mine goes way back. I bumped into a really good friend while shopping with another. It was probably 45 years ago so not a sign of dementia. The faces were familiar but names escaped me.
Often when watching a show I will state the face is familiar, but my son or husband have said, “You know this person.” Then they rattle off the actor’s name and title of the show I supposedly saw the star in.
When I meet new people I will often forget their faces and their names. If I remember either it is because I had a great conversation with the person. I find I can rattle off the whole conversation. And will suddenly recognize the now familiar face.
Does this happen to any of you?
Aunt Dimity’s Death by Nancy Atherton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
My friends recommended this series. They were so right! Nancy Atherton wrote a book that takes the reader from bedtime tales with a stuffed toy, through rags-to-riches, and finally a ghost story. I couldn’t put it down.
I borrowed this Kindle version from Libby and listened to my female British text-to-speech finishing in one night. I have already borrowed the next book in the series.
The Sunflower House by Adriana Allegri
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Here’s the part of the blurb on Goodreads that pulled me in:
Family secrets come to light as a young woman fights to save herself, and others, in a Nazi-run baby factoryโa real-life Handmaid’s Taleโduring World War II.
Adriana Allergri’s novel is beautifully written. Barrie Kreinik, Dallin Bradford, and Saskia Maarleveld narrate the story, keeping the reader engaged.
I must admit I wanted more about the actual Sunflower House, but I can see it as a safe haven in a crazy world. I loved the main character, Allina, and the people she loves help you see the bright spot in a paranoia-inducing world.
Libby supplied this audiobook. Thank you. I hope many get the chance to read this.
The Connellys of County Down by Tracey Lange
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Tracey Lange has written a book a little out of my norm to read. With the help of Barrie Kreinik’s narrating skills I was soon deep into the story and the characters.
Remember the adage, ‘Dont judge a book by the cover’? We are reminded that people are walking books. That ex-jailbird isn’t all she seems to be. That person who follows the rules might now, and the male who seems to have his life in order may be a mess. But in discovering who these people really are we have the adventure from their points of view.
The Connellys of County Down was a quick read of a couple nights so if your looking for something lighter, this is it.
I was lucky to find this book on Libby. It’s worth the read.
Walking: Walk 10,000 Steps Per Day Plan: Best Exercise To Lose Weight and Get Fit At Any Age And Current Fitness Level by David Barraza
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is a great book to help inspire physical fitness. The author has a way to help pep up the reader to follow-through and get started. There are helpfull hints along the way, that might even inspire running.
Kindle text-to-speech helped me through the book that I finished in less than an hour. Now to get started walking again.
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