First week of the year back at work! And we have at long last had some rain. Not a lot, but enough to dampen the dust and fill the air with its scent. ~~~ What I've been watching: Yes! At long last!! ❤ And, another one that I had been meaning to catch at the … Continue reading The Week That Was…
My Reading Life
I Should Have Read That Book Tag
I'm on the lookout for fun memes, not the recurring type, just the one off ones. I saw this one over at The Chocolate Lady's Book Review Blog and thought it fit the bill nicely. Originally created over at BooksNest.co.uk I should have read that book... A book that a certain friend is always telling … Continue reading I Should Have Read That Book Tag
Life According to Literature Tag
Seen now on Brona's Books and ANZ LitLovers LitBlog, I thought I might give this meme a go. Links go to my reviews. THE RULES: Using only books you have read during the year (2019), answer these questions. Try not to repeat a book title. Let me know below, if you've joined in too. Describe … Continue reading Life According to Literature Tag
#BookBingo2020 – Round 1: Set in a time of war
The Storm Beyond the Tides by Jonathan Cullen More and more when I read novels set during the era of WWII, I am seeking ones that explore life on the home front, rather than in the occupied territories. Mainly because I’ve read a lot of WWII fiction and as with any topic, I like a … Continue reading #BookBingo2020 – Round 1: Set in a time of war
The Week That Was…
What I've been watching: https://youtu.be/LDxgPIsv6sY Thoroughly enjoyed this film! And this: https://youtu.be/bj-LFA3Aywc Which more than lived up to my sky high expectations. ~~~~ Book of the Week: ~~~~ Joke of the week: ~~~~ Most of my Facebook timeline is currently featuring stories and videos about Koala well being. This is my favourite video from the … Continue reading The Week That Was…
The Week That Was…
It's been more than a week since I last conversed like this, but with pre-Christmas preparations, Christmas itself, and the New Year...well, the time has gotten away from me. I hope everyone is well and safe and wish the same for your friends and family. My top festive dish, in both appearance and taste, was … Continue reading The Week That Was…
#TBT 2019 in Books…
Today's #TBT is taking a look at my 2019 in books. I love the stats that Goodreads make up for you. Here's what mine looks like: 144 books! I must say, that has surprised me! I set a target of 100, knowing I would likely nudge over, but this has exceeded my expectations. 🥂 As … Continue reading #TBT 2019 in Books…
The Classics Eight Challenge Wrap Up
A personal challenge I set for myself this year was to read eight classics. I have a bit of a habit of collecting pretty editions of classics, but I don't necessarily end up reading them, so this challenge was a way for me to actively change that. I picked eight because in the past when … Continue reading The Classics Eight Challenge Wrap Up
#BookBingo2020 – The BIG Reveal
Pop on your sunnies because you are about to be dazzled! In honour of a brand new decade, #BookBingo has put on its party wear. I've teamed up once again with Mrs B's Book Reviews and The Book Muse. It's going to be a little different for 2020, the card has less squares, allowing us … Continue reading #BookBingo2020 – The BIG Reveal
Top Reads for 2019
This year I've narrowed down my top reads of the year to 30. I've used my standard rules: must have been rated at 5 stars, published this year, and I need to remember it without consulting Goodreads. 2019 has been a good year for reading - this list could have had at least ten more … Continue reading Top Reads for 2019
