Here are my words for today:
Capriole- A vertical leap with a backward kick of the hind legs at the height of the leap.
Piaffe- Trotting in place not going anywhere.
Equitation- is the art or practice of horse riding or horsemanship.
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Wondrous Words Wednesday
Wondrous Words Wednesday
Here are my words for today:
Capriole- A vertical leap with a backward kick of the hind legs at the height of the leap.
Piaffe- Trotting in place not going anywhere.
Equitation- is the art or practice of horse riding or horsemanship.
Here are my words for today:
Capriole- A vertical leap with a backward kick of the hind legs at the height of the leap.
Piaffe- Trotting in place not going anywhere.
Equitation- is the art or practice of horse riding or horsemanship.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
teaser tuesday
Teaser Tuesday
My teaser today comes from the book: Otherworld Tales Demon Invasion by C.T. M
arkee
pg. 32.
I was speechless. Huff was the same short chunky kid with a buzz haircut, who went boarding with us this morning. He gave us a crooked smile.
My teaser today comes from the book: Otherworld Tales Demon Invasion by C.T. M
pg. 32.
I was speechless. Huff was the same short chunky kid with a buzz haircut, who went boarding with us this morning. He gave us a crooked smile.
Aunty Lee's Delights by Ovidia Yu Post- review
Aunty Lee's Delights by Ovidia Yu Post- Review
A murder mystery that is set in Singapore. Two of the victims having come in contact with Aunty Lee and her restaurant that is known for her culinary expertise, plunges Aunty Lee into the investigation of their demise.
I found this story to be very interesting once I got into it and kept on reading.I really didn't think I would like it. It has characters that kept the story going, especially the main one Aunty Lee.
A murder mystery that is set in Singapore. Two of the victims having come in contact with Aunty Lee and her restaurant that is known for her culinary expertise, plunges Aunty Lee into the investigation of their demise.
I found this story to be very interesting once I got into it and kept on reading.I really didn't think I would like it. It has characters that kept the story going, especially the main one Aunty Lee.
Monday, October 28, 2013
Mailbox Monday
I received three books in my mailbox this week courtesy of Wm Morrow Publishers.
Hunting Shadows by Charles Todd
This Dark Road To Mercy by Wiley Cash
After I'm Gone by Laura Lippman
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Wondrous Words Wednesday
Wondrous Words Wednesday
Words having different meanings.
Chippie- carpenter, ( slang); adj, agressively belligerent.
Gooseberry- supernumerary third person preventing a couple from courting; a green hairy fruit.
Words having different meanings.
Gooseberry- supernumerary third person preventing a couple from courting; a green hairy fruit.
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Teaser Tuesday
Teaser Tuesday
My teaser today comes from the book: Aunty Lee's Delights by Ovidia Yu
Pg. 117
"Then how do you know she hadn't just arrived?" "we didn't hear a taxi.And she was sweaty but breathing slowly.
My teaser today comes from the book: Aunty Lee's Delights by Ovidia Yu
Pg. 117
"Then how do you know she hadn't just arrived?" "we didn't hear a taxi.And she was sweaty but breathing slowly.
Monday, October 21, 2013
Mailbox Monday
Mailbox Monday
Just one book in my mailbox this week: The Alligator Man by James Sheehan for review.
Reading: Aunty Lee's Delights
Just one book in my mailbox this week: The Alligator Man by James Sheehan for review.
Second Watch by J.A.Jance Review- Post
Second Watch by J.A. Jance Review-Post
My Thoughts:
P.J. Beaumont is getting his two knees replaced, when under the influence of drugs during the operation goes back to his days in Vietnam and a promise made to his buddy who got killed and is determined to fulfill it years later.
He is a man also determined while recuperating to solve an old cold murder case which is his first.
I found this book to be a page-turning an exciting and masterful story filled with detective work that keeps you intrigued from beginning to the end.
My Thoughts:
P.J. Beaumont is getting his two knees replaced, when under the influence of drugs during the operation goes back to his days in Vietnam and a promise made to his buddy who got killed and is determined to fulfill it years later.
He is a man also determined while recuperating to solve an old cold murder case which is his first.
I found this book to be a page-turning an exciting and masterful story filled with detective work that keeps you intrigued from beginning to the end.
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Waiting On Wednesday
Waiting On Wednesday
My pre-publication (can't-wait-to-read) selection is: The Whole Golden World by Kristina Riggle
Release Date: 11-5-13 Wm. Morrow Publisher
Seventeen year old Morgan Monetti shocks her parents and her community with one simple act: She chooses to stand by the man everyone else believes has exploited her.
My pre-publication (can't-wait-to-read) selection is: The Whole Golden World by Kristina Riggle
Release Date: 11-5-13 Wm. Morrow Publisher
Seventeen year old Morgan Monetti shocks her parents and her community with one simple act: She chooses to stand by the man everyone else believes has exploited her.
Wondrous Words Wednesday
WWW
My words today are taken from the book, The Last Of The Blacksmiths by Claire Gebben
1. gilt- resembling gold, as in color or luster.
2. clop- a sharp hollow sound, as in a horse's hoof striking pavement.
3. Hof- the German or Scandinavian name
for the family farm.
My words today are taken from the book, The Last Of The Blacksmiths by Claire Gebben
1. gilt- resembling gold, as in color or luster.
2. clop- a sharp hollow sound, as in a horse's hoof striking pavement.
3. Hof- the German or Scandinavian name
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Teaser Tuesday
Teaser Tuesday
My teaser today is from the book: Carly's Gift by Georgia Bockoven
pg. 73
She hesitated. "Did you..." She stopped to clear her throat. "Did you love my mother?"
My teaser today is from the book: Carly's Gift by Georgia Bockoven
pg. 73
She hesitated. "Did you..." She stopped to clear her throat. "Did you love my mother?"
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
The Pursuit of Mary Bennet by Pamela Mingle Review-post
The Pursuit of Mary Bennet by Pamela Bennet Review-post
Unschooled in the game of love, Mary knows her heart and her future are are at risk. Is she worthy of romance or should she take the safer path? In her journey of self-acceptance, she discovers the answer.
My thoughts:
This is a delightful book that brought me back to the Bennet household and the lives of her married sisters whom I enjoyed so much in Pride & Prejudice. Mary, the shy one, believes she will never meet the love of her life and will have to accept the lonely life of a spinster. It is a story of ups and downs at this time in her life, plus the added problems of her family. Her older sisters try to help her along with the way she should dress and style her hair, so a certain gentleman would take notice. Mary always knew her own mind and always did the right thing even if it meant hurting herself by doing it.
I found it to be a truly refreshing novel which I enjoyed reading.
Unschooled in the game of love, Mary knows her heart and her future are are at risk. Is she worthy of romance or should she take the safer path? In her journey of self-acceptance, she discovers the answer.
My thoughts:
This is a delightful book that brought me back to the Bennet household and the lives of her married sisters whom I enjoyed so much in Pride & Prejudice. Mary, the shy one, believes she will never meet the love of her life and will have to accept the lonely life of a spinster. It is a story of ups and downs at this time in her life, plus the added problems of her family. Her older sisters try to help her along with the way she should dress and style her hair, so a certain gentleman would take notice. Mary always knew her own mind and always did the right thing even if it meant hurting herself by doing it.
I found it to be a truly refreshing novel which I enjoyed reading.
Wondrous Words Wednesday
WWW
My words today are taken from Hard Words.
1. Hypermnesia- Unusual power or enhancement of memory, typically under abnormal conditions such as trauma, hypnosis, or narcosis.
2. Williwaw- is a sudden blast of wind descending from a mountainous coast to the sea.
3. Opsimath- A person who begins to learn or study only late in life.
My words today are taken from Hard Words.
1. Hypermnesia- Unusual power or enhancement of memory, typically under abnormal conditions such as trauma, hypnosis, or narcosis.
2. Williwaw- is a sudden blast of wind descending from a mountainous coast to the sea.
3. Opsimath- A person who begins to learn or study only late in life.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Teaser Tuesday
Teaser Tuesday
My teaser today comes from the book by J.A. Jance called Second Watch.
pg. 5
After a second wait of who knows how long, they rolled me into another room. This time Dr. Auld was there, and so were a lot of other people.Again they wanted my name and date of birth.
My teaser today comes from the book by J.A. Jance called Second Watch.
pg. 5
After a second wait of who knows how long, they rolled me into another room. This time Dr. Auld was there, and so were a lot of other people.Again they wanted my name and date of birth.
Monday, October 7, 2013
Mailbox Monday
Mailbox Monday
This week I received: The Last Of The Blacksmiths by Claire Gebben
Michael Harm is a farmer's son in the Bavarian Rhineland who dreams of excitement and freedom-the sort of life enjoyed by Uncas, the hero in his favorite novel, The Last Of The Mohicans. Every day Michael toils beside his brother in the vineyards wishing he could be a blacksmith, a singer, or an adventurer.
Also: The Girl With A Clock For A Heart by Peter Swanson
The Girl With A Clock or A Heart is a twisty, sexy, electric thrill ride and an absolute blast from start to finish.
This week I received: The Last Of The Blacksmiths by Claire Gebben
Michael Harm is a farmer's son in the Bavarian Rhineland who dreams of excitement and freedom-the sort of life enjoyed by Uncas, the hero in his favorite novel, The Last Of The Mohicans. Every day Michael toils beside his brother in the vineyards wishing he could be a blacksmith, a singer, or an adventurer.
Also: The Girl With A Clock For A Heart by Peter Swanson
The Girl With A Clock or A Heart is a twisty, sexy, electric thrill ride and an absolute blast from start to finish.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Booking Through Thursday
BTT
Q:
Which is better (or preferred).... stories with multiple character points of view? Or stories that stick to just one or two at the most? and, why?
It depends on the story, sometimes I just prefer one or two at the most.
Q:
Which is better (or preferred).... stories with multiple character points of view? Or stories that stick to just one or two at the most? and, why?
It depends on the story, sometimes I just prefer one or two at the most.
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Wondrous Words Wednesday
Wondrous Words Wednesday
My words today are taken from The Pursuit of Mary Bennet.
gorse- A spiny yellow-flowered European shrub.
bard- A professional poet, employed by a patron.
My words today are taken from The Pursuit of Mary Bennet.
gorse- A spiny yellow-flowered European shrub.
bard- A professional poet, employed by a patron.
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Teaser Tuesday
Teaser Tuesday
My teaser comes from the book: The Pursuit Of Mary Bennet by Pamela Mingle
pg. 13
Hearing of Lydia & Mr. Wickham's intimate life made me wince with embarrassment. "Lydia, please don't speak of such things."
My teaser comes from the book: The Pursuit Of Mary Bennet by Pamela Mingle
pg. 13
Hearing of Lydia & Mr. Wickham's intimate life made me wince with embarrassment. "Lydia, please don't speak of such things."
The Tilted World by Franklin & Fennelly Review- post
The Tilted World by Franklin & Fennelly Review- Post
The year is 1927, & this is the story of an unhappily married woman who dies a little every day & a noble yet solitary man who feels invisible. Of an orphaned baby, a troubled uncle, & a dangerous flapper, a loyal partner, a flood that will change a people and a nation.
My Thoughts:
I found this to be an exciting story set in the time of bootlegging,moonshine and a very dangerous flood. Dixie Clay is a strong character battling many obstacles and meeting a man, Ingersoll who should be her enemy, but ultimately becomes her friend and more. It is a well written book that holds your interest as things keep piling up for the characters. I found it to be an interesting read.
The year is 1927, & this is the story of an unhappily married woman who dies a little every day & a noble yet solitary man who feels invisible. Of an orphaned baby, a troubled uncle, & a dangerous flapper, a loyal partner, a flood that will change a people and a nation.
My Thoughts:
I found this to be an exciting story set in the time of bootlegging,moonshine and a very dangerous flood. Dixie Clay is a strong character battling many obstacles and meeting a man, Ingersoll who should be her enemy, but ultimately becomes her friend and more. It is a well written book that holds your interest as things keep piling up for the characters. I found it to be an interesting read.
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