The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger
I was sure that I had read this book before, but now I think I had just seen the movie. The book was enough different than what I thought the story was that I am sure I have not read it. It was pretty good though - funny and kind of amazing what some people's lives are like. I would love to have two assistants/slaves at my beck and call. Now I just have to figure out how to become rich and famous...
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
No. 70: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince by JK Rowling
Since the movie comes out this week, and I don't have a chance to go until Saturday AND I have already watched the first five movies that I got for my birthday I had to satisfy my need for a Harry Potter fix by re-reading this book. It was GOOD! Just like always, I can read these books a million times and they are just as good every time! I can't wait to see the movie!
Since the movie comes out this week, and I don't have a chance to go until Saturday AND I have already watched the first five movies that I got for my birthday I had to satisfy my need for a Harry Potter fix by re-reading this book. It was GOOD! Just like always, I can read these books a million times and they are just as good every time! I can't wait to see the movie!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
No. 69: The Seduction of an English Scoundrel
The Seduction of an English Scoundrel by Jillian Hunter
Aside from the TERRIBLE name, this book wasn't half bad. It did take me a long time to read though - I think I have been working on it for like a week, and have read at least two other books since I started. I thought the initial plot was interesting, the FMC essentially plotted her own jilting and the MMC tried to come to her rescue and save her reputation as the head of the family of the man who jilted her. But, after awhile the plot got a little annoying when the MMC tried to trick the FMC (for some reason) and make her think he wanted her to be his mistress. That was kind of dumb I thought. But all in all an okay book. It is the first in a series I believe, so I might read the ret if I am looking for something to read someday.
Aside from the TERRIBLE name, this book wasn't half bad. It did take me a long time to read though - I think I have been working on it for like a week, and have read at least two other books since I started. I thought the initial plot was interesting, the FMC essentially plotted her own jilting and the MMC tried to come to her rescue and save her reputation as the head of the family of the man who jilted her. But, after awhile the plot got a little annoying when the MMC tried to trick the FMC (for some reason) and make her think he wanted her to be his mistress. That was kind of dumb I thought. But all in all an okay book. It is the first in a series I believe, so I might read the ret if I am looking for something to read someday.
Monday, July 13, 2009
No. 68: Julie & Julia
Julie & Julia by Julie Powell
I guess the full title of this book is Julie & Julia my year of cooking Dangerously. I saw the preview for the movie that this book has been made into and remembered that a co-worker recommended this book to me so I went and picked it up. I really liked it! It was funny in parts and kind of sad and serious in parts. But mostly funny and crazy. I really liked the tone of this author and I am sure I will read anything else she writes. I actually want to look up her blog, but to be honest I don't have the time to read a years worth (or more) of blog posts and I will read them all if I start - I am compulsive that way :) Someday maybe!
I guess the full title of this book is Julie & Julia my year of cooking Dangerously. I saw the preview for the movie that this book has been made into and remembered that a co-worker recommended this book to me so I went and picked it up. I really liked it! It was funny in parts and kind of sad and serious in parts. But mostly funny and crazy. I really liked the tone of this author and I am sure I will read anything else she writes. I actually want to look up her blog, but to be honest I don't have the time to read a years worth (or more) of blog posts and I will read them all if I start - I am compulsive that way :) Someday maybe!
Saturday, July 11, 2009
No. 67: Black Hills
Black Hills by Nora Roberts
I have been sadly disappointed by the last couple new Nora Roberts books, but I enjoyed this one! I am glad because I was pretty worried! This book is set in South Dakota. Now, I have been to South Dakota and found it incredibly boring and not particularly beautiful, but if this book is to be believed, I was just in the wrong part. It is about a woman who is a biologist that specializes in big cats, especially cougars. And she has an animal refuge that has, among other things, a tiger named Boris and a cougar named Baby that she pets. Anyway, a crazy person starts killing people (of course) and wants to kill the FMC so there is some action. And the romance is pretty good, but not great. All in all a good book though, I am happy Nora Roberts is back on her game!
I have been sadly disappointed by the last couple new Nora Roberts books, but I enjoyed this one! I am glad because I was pretty worried! This book is set in South Dakota. Now, I have been to South Dakota and found it incredibly boring and not particularly beautiful, but if this book is to be believed, I was just in the wrong part. It is about a woman who is a biologist that specializes in big cats, especially cougars. And she has an animal refuge that has, among other things, a tiger named Boris and a cougar named Baby that she pets. Anyway, a crazy person starts killing people (of course) and wants to kill the FMC so there is some action. And the romance is pretty good, but not great. All in all a good book though, I am happy Nora Roberts is back on her game!
Monday, July 6, 2009
No. 66: What Happens in London
What Happens in London by Julia Quinn
This was the best book I have read in awhile. It was sooooo funny! I laughed so hard I cried and got many annoyed looks from Aaron who was trying to watch TV and two "be quiet or you will wake up the girls!" so I must have been laughing pretty loudly. But it was hysterical - and really good. It had the potential to do things I hate, but it was saved because the characters were funny and made rational decisions - something that is sadly lacking in romance novels. AND there is going to be at least another book that comes after and it connects to The Secret Diary of Miss Miranda Cheever which I have already read it.
This was the best book I have read in awhile. It was sooooo funny! I laughed so hard I cried and got many annoyed looks from Aaron who was trying to watch TV and two "be quiet or you will wake up the girls!" so I must have been laughing pretty loudly. But it was hysterical - and really good. It had the potential to do things I hate, but it was saved because the characters were funny and made rational decisions - something that is sadly lacking in romance novels. AND there is going to be at least another book that comes after and it connects to The Secret Diary of Miss Miranda Cheever which I have already read it.
No. 65: The Shack
The Shack by William P. Young
This was a book I got from my Mom. It was very different than the kinds of books I usually read - very religious. Essentially, after the terrible and sad kidnapping and probably murder of his young daughter, a guy gets a note from God to come visit. He goes to the shack where his daughter was held while she was kidnapped and meets...God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. I don't want to ruin it, so I won't say more than that. But it was really really interesting and good. I am glad I read it!
This was a book I got from my Mom. It was very different than the kinds of books I usually read - very religious. Essentially, after the terrible and sad kidnapping and probably murder of his young daughter, a guy gets a note from God to come visit. He goes to the shack where his daughter was held while she was kidnapped and meets...God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. I don't want to ruin it, so I won't say more than that. But it was really really interesting and good. I am glad I read it!
No. 64: Lyon's Lady
Lyon's Lady by Julie Garwood
A new historical romance by Julie Garwood. This one was interesting, it started in a Native American village and ended in Regency England. Very cool. I thought this was a funny one - especially the FMC. When she cut her hair, hysterical! I am glad that the author is doing more historical books, this one was even in paperback!
A new historical romance by Julie Garwood. This one was interesting, it started in a Native American village and ended in Regency England. Very cool. I thought this was a funny one - especially the FMC. When she cut her hair, hysterical! I am glad that the author is doing more historical books, this one was even in paperback!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
No. 63: Blue-Eyed Devil
Blue-Eyed Devil by Lisa Kleypas
I can't recall if I have ever read anything by this author before. This book was interesting but not great. It seemed a little heavy on the "narcisistic personality disorder" diagnoses. And I am not a huge fan of reading about abused women - makes me kind of sad and that is not what I am looking for when I read a romance novel. But it was an interesting plot. I may read more from this author, I think she has a bunch of books out and I am always in need of books to read!
I can't recall if I have ever read anything by this author before. This book was interesting but not great. It seemed a little heavy on the "narcisistic personality disorder" diagnoses. And I am not a huge fan of reading about abused women - makes me kind of sad and that is not what I am looking for when I read a romance novel. But it was an interesting plot. I may read more from this author, I think she has a bunch of books out and I am always in need of books to read!
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