The Book of Negroes

Well, I finished the Book of Negroes. I think I liked it.... by the end I felt like I was pushing a little to get through it, but I still wanted to know how she ended up in England. It was one of those books for me that really got me thinking and I enjoyed, but the subject matter is so heavy that you can't just cruise through it. Thanks for the recommendation, Dad and Mandy. Anyone else who gets the chance pick it up, enjoy, but give yourself time to read it. Also, I agree with dad that some little portions of the book made me wonder if I should stop reading, but they all help the reader understand the things she had to go through and the very few moments of normal life she ever enjoyed. Jen

Well I just finished reading the Hunger Games. Thanks Jen for the recommendation. I really enjoyed it and the whole time I was reading it I kept thinking what an awesome movie they could make out of it! Now I have to get the second book so I can find out what happens! -Mal

New Blog

I started a blog for fun because I am bored at home sometimes. It is patrickposse.blogspot.com
Em

High praise

Suzanne Collins has done it again. I just finished Catching Fire and I could not put it down. The second book may have even surpassed the first, at least in surprise and turns. I have thouroughly enjoyed this series, only now I have to wait til who knows when to read the third book. I highly recommend picking this one up. For those of you who might be turned off because it sounds like futuristic sci-fi, don't be. It is not too over-the-top weird and she focuses on the characters and their relationships while managing to weave in the elements of their society and the crucial situations they are facing. I can't give it enough praise for keeping my attention right through to the end. Well paced and well written. Much better than the Twilight series that has so many people gaga. This woman really knows how to write, not just tell an unexpected story. If you get the time, pick it up. Jen

December!!!

First off, let me say that Jen I did vote, but you missed one very important movie: The Christmas Story!

I finally read Tell No One and I really enjoyed it. Right now I am reading a Christmas story by Cecelia Ahern called The Gift. I am half way through and am really enjoying it so far. She is the one that wrote PS I Love You and the TV Show Samantha Who? Anyways, I really like her books, and this one is a good read so far. -Emily

From Hutterites to Masons to Futuristic and beyond

Hey all! I have finished a couple of good reads and am in the middle of another. I found "I am Hutterite" in our library, which slightly surprised me, but I did enjoy it. I learned alot about their culture and the undercurrents that might lead to someone leaving to start fresh, or the ties that keep people there. Very interesting read when you've grown up in such close proximity to them. Made me want to learn more about their history.

I also read The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown. It's a pretty easy, fast paced read with a fairly unexpected twist at the end. I enjoyed it if you're looking for a chance to escape for a while.

I am currently reading "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins. I read the first book, the Hunger Games, a little while ago and really enjoyed it, and this one so far is hard to put down. She does a great job of weaving together a futuristic society that isn't too strange or unbelievable with a heartwarming love story, which is clean because it is actually a young adult book. You really begin to feel right along with the main character and hope they can find a way to rebel against the all-powerful capitol. Brings up interesting ideas such as a capitol city that is totally oblivious to the plight of the country around them. I will let you know if I like the ending, but if you want to find the first one at your library, it's worth a read. - Jen