I think I have started off the year with some very good reads so I hope that’s a sign of books to come! I’ve already finished one book this year and will tell you more about it soon but for now let’s go over what’s on my nightstand.
The first book I started this year is Florence Gordon by Brian Morton. Florence is one of those larger-than-life type personalities. She’s got strong opinions on things and isn’t shy about telling you what she thinks. She’s paved the way for other feminists and scholars but her carefully constructed life is a bit upset now that she is finding fame and some of her family members are wandering back into her daily life.
What I like about this book so far are Florence’s strengths. Just because she’s a woman in her 70s doesn’t mean that now she is just thrust in the role of a grandmother. She’s still making waves and doing things on her terms. Go, Florence!
Next up is A Barricade in Hell by Jaime Lee Moyer. When I read the first entry in this series I thought it had some flaws but a lot of potential and so far this book is proving that. The atmosphere feels much more somber, as it should as the main character sees ghosts, and there doesn’t seem to be a rush to introduce characters and set up the back story.
Something must be working very well in this one because I was reading it right before sleep one night and had some very odd dreams about ghosts and such. Might be putting this off for a morning read instead.
My other read is A Scream In Soho by John G. Brandon. This is from the British Library Crime Classic collection and it’s set in London during WWII. As the title states a scream pierces the night in Soho and so the mystery begins. Detective Inspector MacCarthy is our protagonist set to solve a brutal crime.
I’m not very far into this one so I can’t say much about the inspector but I really like the descriptions of characters and setting. I feel like I’m watching a black and white noir film.
Those are my latest reads. I haven’t done all that much reading this week what with being back at work, trying to work out, run errands, etc. So I’m very happy the weekend is almost here so I can get more time with my reads. Happy weekend everyone!
I am hoping that 2015 will be a wonderful year for everyone. 🙂 I have only read one novel, but have been trying to catch up with the unread graphic novels in my house. That’s my only real goal because they are short and it seems more manageable!
I adored Starting Out in the Evening by Brian Morton. It is one of those books that just stays with you. Will have to look for his other books. I’m on my third book of 2015, so I’m off to a good start!
Florence sounds like a great character. I’d like to be like that at her age. 🙂 A Scream in Soho sounds like something I would like. I hope you get lots of reading done this weekend, Iliana. I’m hoping I can squeeze some in too. It’s not always easy.
I like the sound of A Scream in Soho; and that the plot set in London during WWII makes it more intriguing! Looking forward to your thoughts on this! 🙂
Did you make some changes to your blog? I really like your header!
And I know what you mean about trying to fit in reading during the busy work week with everything else. I seem to get most of my reading done via audio. Too bad we can’t have an obligatory “nap time” during our work day. 😉
Hope you have a great weekend Iliana!
These all sound GREAT! It looks like you have lots of great reading ahead of you! I’m especially excited to hear your thoughts on A Barricade in Hell. Is this part of a series? You basically had me at ghosts. LOL! I’m a sucker for a book with ghosts in it for some reason. Enjoy all of your books and have a great weekend!
Oh, Florence sounds like a great character! I need to add that to my list of books to look up. I hope you’re having a great reading weekend!
Kailana – I only read one graphic novel last year so I definitely want to read more this year. And, it doesn’t hurt that they are shorter 🙂
Lisa (Bibliophiliac) – Oh I’ll have to add that one to my list. I was a bit disappointed with the ending of Florence but I’m trying to reconcile it in my mind. And, yay for the third book of the year!
Literary Feline – I know right? I just love that she’s all fierce although granted as the book went on I wish she might have become a bit nicer. Good story but I’m a bit conflicted on the ending. Hope Mouse is ok. I think you guys were on fever watch? Not good!
Melody – I know right? London any time sounds good 🙂
Trish – Yes, I finally made changes to my blog. Thank you. Still need to do some updates but where is the extra time?! I’m all for an obligatory nap too! 🙂
Samantha – You should try to read the first one in the series, Delia’s Shadow. This one is better but I think this is one that should be read in order. This one is creepier than the first book too.
Heather at Capricious Reading – Florence is definitely a memorable character! Hope you had a great reading weekend!