I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. We had some very warm temperatures and I was almost ready to turn on the A/C. I wouldn’t mind a few more weeks of cold weather that’s for sure.
Anyway I don’t know how the weekend just flew by but I wanted to pop in and tell you about my current reads.
On my commute I’ve been listening to The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain. Tess DeMello’s carefully planned life is changed forever after one night. This is set during WWII and as Tess dreams about her career in nursing she realizes that after the events of that night a lot of things will have to change in her life. So far I’m really enjoying this drama.
I’m also reading Blue Label by Eduardo Sanchez Rugeles. Eugenia Blanc is a young Venezuelan woman who dreams of finding her grandfather and hopefully establishing residency outside of Venezuela. She needs to leave the country. Her road trip with a friend brings her in contact with dreamers, political activists and other Venezuelans who want something different from their country and government. A timely read.
My nighttime read is My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout. I loved her book Olive Kitteridge and so far this one isn’t grabbing me as much as that one but it’s still a bit soon so I’m hoping I’ll change my mind about it soon.
Finally in my effort to read more poetry I also have The Crooked Inheritance by Marge Piercy on my nightstand. Have you read any of her poems? I know I’ve read a few of her poems here and there but I’m really glad to read through this whole collection. I’ll let you know more.
Anyway, that’s it for me lately. Have a great week and let me know what you’ve been reading.
I agree that it very suddenly got a little warm, Iliana. I see that the forecast is better for this week – bet all those SXSW people will love that. I’m trying to stay out of Austin – too many people this week. Ha! I haven’t read all that many books by Diane Chamberlain. And I haven’t read the one you are listening to right now. Have heard good things.
I remember reading The Stolen Marriage and enjoyed it. It’s my first Diane Chamberlain book and I’m looking forward to reading more of her books. Hope you enjoy all your books and have a great week, Iliana.
Not only did I read My Name is Lucy Barton, but I also listened to it on audio as soon as I finished the print edition. Bellezza raved about it, but the book didn’t do anything for me, so I decided to try the audio and see if my reaction improved. Nope. Sadly, it was not a favorite.
I’m curious about the book of poetry by Marge Piercy. I recently saw a post (either on a blog or FB) that mentioned her poem “What Are Big Girls Made of?” That had me chasing down a rabbit hole after more of her poetry. I hope to find a couple of books at the library so I can read more of her poems next month for National Poetry Month.
One of my favorite poems is Barbie Doll by Marge Piercy. It is as important, or even more so, today as when it was written. Blue Label sounds interesting.
Kay – You and me both. I will not venture out to downtown at all during SXSW! I’m really enjoying the Diane Chamberlain book. It’s a good drama with a strong sense of time. I can just imagine this small town during WWII.
Melody – Yay, so glad you liked it. I still have quite a bit to go but it’s very enjoyable. I’m so curious to know more about the husband in the story. Sure sounds like he’s hiding something!
Les in OR – I’m pretty far along in this one and I just am not feeling it. There are some sentences that I love and feel ok, we’re getting better but then it’s just so clunky. Not at all what I was hoping for after loving Olive Kitteridge. And, thank you for the recommendation of Marge Piercy’s poem – I love the title and must check it out!
Jen Mullen – Oh, another Piercy poem recommendation. Thank you! I must read more by her. Blue Label was a bit chaotic but I have to say I loved the ending. Was not expecting it and I think right now I probably just connected more with the book given that Venezuela is in the media a lot lately.
Our weather is perfect right now. not too hot, but also not too cold. I wish it could stay like this year round. I am glad to hear you are enjoying The Stolen Marriage. It sounds really good. I have been wanting to read My Name is Lucy Barton. I hope it gets better for you soon!