Saturday, November 16, 2019

This Week in Reading - November 17

It's Sunday Post time!  This is hosted by the awesome Caffeinated Book Reviewer and gives us all a chance to recap our week.

What I Got:


Miss Austen by Gill Hornby - This one really appeals to me.  The sister of Jane Austen discovers a stash of letters written by her sister.  I'm intrigued and really looking forward to this one!  (Publisher)

Currently:

Reading:  A Dollhouse to Die for by Cate Price and The Angel's Share by Ellen Crosby

Listening:  Stalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri Maniscalco.  

Watching:   I've been enjoying The Voice this season.  I like all the coaches and pretty much all the people competing.  

Off the Blog:

I'm thinking of running away from home for a bit.  J is going to be in New Orleans off and on for a few months and I'm thinking about heading down there and making use of the paid for hotel room and taking a break for a bit.  This year has been a grind filled with stress and loss and frankly I'm flat exhausted.  Getting a change of scenery for a bit sounds beyond appealing and I think it's needed.  

On the Blog:

What Happened:

What's Coming Up:

Tuesday:  Top Ten Tuesday - Changes in My Reading Life
Wednesday:  TBD
Thursday:  Books from the Backlog
Friday:  Friday Fives
Saturday:  TBD

Have a great week and happy reading!

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16 comments:

  1. GregNovember 16, 2019 at 11:59 PM

    New Orleans sounds like a nice place to spend some time. :) And Stalking Jack the Ripper is one I've been eyeing, seeing so many people reading it and liking it. I might have to try those.

    Have a great week!

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  2. Kathryn TNovember 17, 2019 at 12:53 AM

    I considered Miss Austen, still thinking about it, your reaction sort of convinces me. The other half of me is saying to myself "for goodness read the books on your shelf".

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  3. chucklesthescotNovember 17, 2019 at 4:28 AM

    I think taking off for a bit sounds like a great idea for you. Get some rest and relaxation, do some sightseeing, read...sounds good to me!

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  4. Deb Nance at ReaderbuzzNovember 17, 2019 at 5:57 AM

    You should definitely take a break and head down to New Orleans for a bit. It will be a good place to read and relax.

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  5. TinaNovember 17, 2019 at 6:49 AM

    I like the co er if that book. Is that a lilac?
    Oh I agree you should take a break, Katherine. Go use that paid room and have a change of scenery, reenergize!

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  6. Laurel-Rain SnowNovember 17, 2019 at 9:56 AM

    A getaway sounds like just the thing. Enjoy!

    I'm curious about Miss Austen. I am eager to read your thoughts on it.

    I had never watched The Voice, but it was on the TV as background while I was waiting to see This Is Us, so I started getting into it.

    Have a great week!

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  7. sjhigbeeNovember 17, 2019 at 11:06 AM

    Oh yes - you're not running away, you're regrouping. You're right. It's been such a testing year and sometimes it's difficult to get a sense of perspective on how to move forward until you put some distance between you and your normal life. Have a great week, Katherine.

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  8. Literary FelineNovember 17, 2019 at 11:24 AM

    Miss Austen sounds like something I would enjoy too! I look forward to your thoughts on Stalking Jack the Ripper. That is one I am looking forward to reading. I think your idea to spend some time in New Orleans is a good one. You have had a rough year and a break sounds like a good idea. Thinking of you, Katherine, and sending hugs.

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  9. NorthwomanNovember 17, 2019 at 12:13 PM

    There are many wonderful things to see and do and EAT in NOLA and it's warmer than many places this time of year. I hope you do go and enjoy yourself. Have a lovely week and enjoy some great reads!

    Anne - Books of My Heart Here is my Sunday Post   

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  10. Carole's Random LifeNovember 17, 2019 at 2:56 PM

    You know, if I could run away for a bit, I probably would. It sounds like you have the perfect opportunity to get the break you need. I hope you have a nice week, Katherine!

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  11. Aj @ Read All The Things!November 17, 2019 at 5:39 PM

    If the hotel room is already paid for, I say go! I love traveling, but I rarely get to do it. Adventures always seem to reset my brain. I hope you have a great week!

    Aj @ Read All The Things!

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  12. shelleyrae @ book'd outNovember 17, 2019 at 9:58 PM

    I vote for taking the time out in New Orleans, you deserve it!

    Wishing you a great reading week

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  13. RONovember 18, 2019 at 4:21 AM

    I loved t in New Orleans, and with all the things you've been through this year, I hope you do go and unplug for a while there and relax. You definitely deserve the break. Haven't had much time to watch any of the Voice this year, so I think I'll have to catch up via Youtube. Hang in there! Hugs, RO

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  14. Reading with JadeNovember 19, 2019 at 3:50 AM

    I think a break and a change of scenery does a world of good for anyone... It sounds like you're needing it by the fact that you're actually contemplating it - so go for it I say! Don't forget to bring a stack of books though :-P

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  15. YvonneNovember 19, 2019 at 1:00 PM

    I've never been to New Orleans but I'd love to go. Hope you have a great week!

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  16. StefanieNovember 25, 2019 at 8:19 PM

    Can't go wrong with New Orleans. You do that to recharge. You work hard as a mama and you've worked had as a granddaughter.

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