Okay, so last year, I made a New Year's resolution to read at least one book a month. And, for the most part, I did. But I realized at the end of the year that I didn't keep track of the books that I read, so I had no "proof". Not that anyone cares except me... But, if a friend of mine read a book that she really enjoyed, I would want to know. On the other hand, if a friend read a book that she didn't like, I'd want to know as well (I might not want to waste my valuable reading time :) ) I have re-signed for the same resolution this year, with the addition of now posting my books to the blog (and probably to Facebook :) )...
Last month, in addition to Marley and Me, which I already posted about, I read an amazing book called Escape. It was written by Carolyn Jessop. She was one of Merril Jessop's wives. Merril Jessop is now one of the "elders" at the FLDS polygamist ranch that is not far from here. The book tells her amazing story of her life while part of the sect, and her escape from the FLDS. I went to a book signing she attended at a bookstore here in town, and she seemed like one of those just awesom people that you want to be friends with- and that was before I read her book.
Last night, I finished reading The Boy in the Striped Pajamas... It is an beautiful fiction story about a naive young boy whose father is a Nazi Commandant. They move to a house near Auschwitz (although the name of the camp is never mentioned in the book) so that the father can be closer to his work. The young boy befriends a Jewish boy on the "other side of the fence". Neither one of them can comprehend the other's way of life. Even though it is fiction, this story is such a good teaching tool, and introduction to the Holocaust. I cannot wait for it to come out on DVD (The movie did not make it to San Angelo).
On to my next book...
3 comments:
You should check out GoodReads.com - it's a great social networking site dedicating to books & reading. I really enjoy seeing what my friends are reading and what they think of each book. I've really added to my to-be-read list because of this site. Maybe looking forward to a "good read" would better motivate you to stick with your resolution. ;) (BTW - one book a month?? I would about dry up and die. I read a book every 3-4 DAYS! lol)
I know... Pathetic, isn't it? WHen I have time to read, a book every 3-4 days is about what I do.. Unfortunately, I don't often have that luxury... Last year, I realized that I couldn't remember the last time I finished a "real" book, so I made that resolution... It has really helped, except that I am reading several books at one time, so the "one a month" concept isn't working out so well ;)
BTW, thanks for the link- I'll check it out!
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