Despite sometimes feeling like I can never make a dent in my TBR stacks it’s good to look at what I’ve read this month and realize it was a good reading month.
I read eight books and I even managed to read one non-fiction and one classic. Five of the eight books came from my shelves so at least I am making a bit of headway there.
Here’s what I read:
The Girls by Lori Lansens
Plan B: Further Thoughts on Faith by Anne Lamott
The Far Cry by Emma Smith
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
Dry Bones that Dream by Peter Robinson
The Street of Crocodiles by Bruno Schulz
Cocaine Blues by Kerry Greenwood (you can read my review here)
Emma by Jane Austen
I really enjoyed most of these books. And, I’m so happy I can finally say I’ve read two Jane Austen novels! The only book that was sort of disappointing was Plan B. I had really high expectations of it too as I remember going to see Anne Lamott when she was promoting this book.
Anyway, I’m looking forward to see what good books February will bring.
We’re definitely on the same wavelength. I’ve been planning a monthly round-up too (just haven’t got round to posting yet!) That’s disappointing about Anne Lamott’s book. I was planning on reading it, but all the reviews I’ve read have said it’s not worth it.
Why is everyone so far ahead of me in their reading? I’m developing an inferiority complex over here!
Lazy Cow – I’ve never done a monthly roundup but I think I may have to start doing this. It’s kind of nice to go over what I’ve read. The humor in the Lamott book felt kind of forced and I didn’t like that. There are a couple of good essays but not the whole thing, just my two cents 🙂
Jordan – No pressure girl. I just haven’t been doing much else besides reading this month!
I updated my booklist, yesterday. I have read about a book day for the last week or so. I think its 14 or 15 books for Jan. I am reading Kill Me by Stephen White and I think its his best book so far.
That is really great girl and I certainly applaud you! I am seriously behind on all reading because I have some other projects going on. I really need to come into some money so I can be a woman of leisure!!
Looks like you had a great month! I enjoyed parts of Plan B, but not the entire book. That’s generally how I feel about most of Lamott’s nonfiction (can’t get into her novels at all, though!). She does tend to be a bit crass or abrassive, don’t you think?
I’m almost finished with Twilight and while I’m thoroughly enjoying it, I don’t feel that mad obssession for Edward that so many other readers have expressed. Still, time to go read more of it right now!
Bravo, Bookgirl! You are doing great.
Nancy – Okay you get the medal 🙂 Stephen White… Is this a mystery series? I will have to look into this.
Christine – I’m all for becoming women of leisure! How do we achieve this? heh.
Les in ne – Abrasive is a good word. I understand & relate to her liberal views but there were times where she just had to interject how angry she was about the current administration that I honestly didn’t see how it related to the particular essay. I just thought that was odd.
LK – Thank you 🙂
Bookgirl – Thats great! Its always nice to look back on the reading log and I like to do that too. I have “The Girls” in my TBR pile and I am curious to know what you thought of it. I stumbled upon your blog via lotus reads and am excited to see your reviews. I will stop by again to read your blog in detail.
Chitts
Chitts – Thank you for stopping by. Oh I hope you enjoy The Girls. I loved it. You can check more on my thoughts on it if you click on my book reviews button. It’s alpha order by author’s last name. Isn’t Lotus’ blog great? 🙂
Way to go Girl! That’s awesome! You really are The “Book Girl”! Well, I’m still on track with my goal for the year (to read 24 books). I read two books by Scott Frost, Run the Risk and Never Fear, in January! If Shaman’s Bones by James Doss was a bit more interesting I would finish it and count that, but I think I’m done with it. I’ll get back to reading some Michael Connolley now.
A very good way to start off the year!
What a good list! I’m envious as I’m no where NEAR half. Sigh! There was a time when I’d read a book a week. Now I’m just happy to even have time to read!! LOL!
I’m cheating and calling the Schulz book a classic–the only classic I have read so far this year (though I am making good progress on rereading Jane Eyre). Did you like the Greenwood book?
Bookgirl, I loved your review of “The Girls”. Guess I need to move it to the top of my TBR stack now. I agree with you, lotus has a wonderful blog and love visiting her blog too.
Shadan – Girl, it looks like you are doing great for your new year’s resolution! Can’t wait to see you on Monday.
Stefanie – Thanks!
Kisane – I understand that feeling. I had a very crazy job long ago and barely found time to read or have a life 🙂
Danielle – Oh I think you should definitely think of Schulz as a classic. Hmm, I may make that little change myself to my list 🙂 Oh and loved the Greenwood book.
Chitts – So glad you enjoyed it! I visited your blog the other day and looking forward to reading more of it too 🙂
Plan B is not my favorite – I liked it, but it’s from the pretty soul crushing years of the Bush II administration. It’s pretty cynical at times. I have great hopes for her new book this spring – can’t wait! And I’m crossing my fingers that she’ll come do a book signing somewhere close by. 🙂
During such a season as this, it’s refreshing to hear about so many people who still love to read. If I may, Who Moved My Cheese, by Spencer Johnson, This Present Darkness, by Frank Peretti, and The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho are an eclectic mix of great books to add to your list of books to read.
Right now, I’m busy putting the finishing touches on my first novel so there’s not much spare time to read at your impressive pace. Kudos to you Book Girl.
Sam – I didn’t know she had a new book out this Spring. Woo-hoo. I’ll check it out. I do think she’s very talented and I think she can do better so I have high hopes for that one.
Solomon – Thank you for stoppng by, I have read Veronika Decides to Die by Coelho and loved it. I would like to read more of his books. I will look into the others you suggested. And, best of luck to you with your novel! How very exciting.
I love Ann Lamott’s earlier books, but thought this book was annoying as well. I used to love her work but was very disappointed indeed.