Good morning, and welcome to another Monday, in which we celebrate our reading, blogging, and life. Mailbox Monday is hosted in November by Bermudaonion; and Book Journey brings us another edition of What Are You Reading?
MAILBOX MONDAY:
My mailbox was completely empty of books this week, but I did download an e-book on Sparky.
Three Moons Over Sedona, by Sherry Hartzler (I just had to order this one since Sedona is one of my favorite vacation spots!).
Georgia Mae Brown has always lived an ordinary life. That is, until her husband dies in the arms of a younger woman. Six weeks after his death, Georgia slides behind the wheel of her husband’s beloved 1976 Fleetwood convertible, starts the engine and just keeps driving. Empowered by a volatile mix of freedom and retribution, Georgia begins a journey of a lifetime.
Traveling two thousand-miles to Sedona, Arizona, Georgia finds work in a café managed by the kooky proprietor, Trish Martin. Next door, the Moon Tide Gift Shop is owned by the exotic Zoe Atwater, the daughter of screen legend, Gloria Atwater. Befriended by these two flamboyant characters, Georgia finds new life in Sedona, an artisan town surrounded by the magnificent red rock scenery of Oak Creek Canyon. This energizing landscape of mysterious vortexes and new-age spiritualism revitalizes her soul. However, her two new friends have their own agendas, generating a major crisis that takes the three women to LA and a media Hollywood funeral. Georgia is suddenly thrust into the surreal world of A-list movie stars, glamorous Rodeo Drive, and tabloid hell.
Three Moons Over Sedona is an odyssey of the human heart, filled with secrets, regrets and finally forgiveness. Georgia is a survivor who learns that although you can never run away from yourself, you can—through pure determination—become the person you were always meant to be.
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WHAT ARE YOU READING?
Welcome to another week of sharing our love of reading, blogging, and life. Come on by and chat about your week; and then visit some other blogs to enjoy the famous community spirit.
I hope everyone is going to enjoy the upcoming holiday, if you celebrate it. And most will have some kind of holiday.
This past week was pretty interesting. I spent some time blogging and reviewed some books.
On the Blogs:
On Monday, I did a Potpourri post on Feathering the Nest; on Tuesday, I shared some Scanning Moments; Wednesday, I announced the winner of the Bookshelf Clearing Giveaway; my Weekend Potpourri: Jingle Bells, was about looking ahead; my Sweet Saturday Sample takes a look at the Interior World of A Private Eye; and yesterday I also posted about Celebrating the Moments.
My Sunday Check-In Post for ROW 80 was a summary of the week’s progress.
Books: Read – Click Titles for Reviews:
1. The Empty Glass, by J. I. Baker
2. She Can Tell, by Melinda Leigh
3. Killer Takes All, by Erica Spindler
Up Next: Click Titles/Covers for More Info:
1. Firefly Summer, by Maeve Binchy (From my Old TBR Stacks)
2. Amazing Grace, by Danielle Steel (Another Old TBR Graduate)
3. For Keeps (e-book), by Aaron Paul Lazar
4. Slightly Cracked (e-book), by Susan Whitfield
I think it’s going to be a fabulous week! Enjoy, everyone…and have a Happy Thanksgiving (if you celebrate it).
I loved Firefly Summer….isn’t that a really old one?
Your reading week sounds delightful!
Cheers!
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Yes, it is old…1988. I’m not sure why I still have it on the TBR piles…and I didn’t buy it that long ago. It might have been on a sale table.
Thanks for visiting, Patty, and enjoy your week.
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Three Moons Over Sedona sounds like a heartwarming read. Have a great reading week!
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I discovered it on a blog last week, and the cover reminded me of how much I’ve loved spending time in Sedona. I usually go in October, when it’s not hot or cold. The colors and the vibe of the place are so captivating…I can’t wait to read this book. Thanks for stopping by, Laura, and enjoy your week.
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She Can Tell is on my review stack too. I still have some November and catch-up books to read before I get to it though. My Monday Report is here. Have a great week.
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I hope you enjoy it as much as I did, Kathy. Thanks for visiting and now I’m off to see your blog post!
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Enjoy your reads and the holidays.
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Thanks, Mystica! You too…and I’m glad you could stop by.
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You do have some oldies but goodies on your stacks! Enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving
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Yes, Nise, I’m working my way down to the bottom of that Old TBR stacks (those I’ve had longer than five years!).
Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your holidays.
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I haven’t read a Maeve Binchy for donkey’s years lol. Happy Thanksgiving and happy reading 🙂
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Binchy’s style is cozy…and sometimes a bit dense with characters, but it’s a nice change. Thanks for visiting, Teddyree, and enjoy your reading and your Thanksgiving.
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THREE MOONS OVER SEDONA sounds GREAT.
Looks like a good reading week for you too.
ENJOY!!
Happy Thanksgiving!!
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My It’s Monday, What Are You Reading?
My It’s Monday, What Are You Reading?
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I think so, too, Elizabeth. Thanks for visiting…enjoy your Thanksgiving, and have a great week!
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OOPS…I put the same link twice.
Here is my Mailbox Monday Link.
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My It’s Monday, What Are You Reading?
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Duplicates can be fun!
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Oh boy…I am sure into duplicates today, huh?
LOL!!
Sorry.
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
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LOL! Happy holidays.
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Thanks for visiting my site! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Glad you could return the visit, Post for Now. Enjoy your week.
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Empty mailboxes feel good because it gives you a change to try and catch up, or atleast feel like you’re trying. Happy reading!
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I agree, Mrs. Q. And I almost got through the week without buying anything, but those downloads just slip onto the Kindle so easily! Thanks for visiting.
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Some of the oldies are wonderful to re-visit. You can never go wrong with Binchy! Have a wonderful week too.
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I thought it started off slowly, and I had to accustom myself (again!) to how her books are so densely filled with characters. But then, suddenly, I started finding myself right in the midst of their lives. Yes, enjoyment and lots of cups of tea. Thanks for visiting, Kaye.
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It’s been such a long time that I’ve read Danielle Steel! It sounds like something I’m in the mood for now also. Have a great Thanksgiving!
Here is my Monday post.
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I put off reading it, Marie, because I’m not really a fan of hers anymore, but every now and then I’m ready for the stories she tells. Thanks for stopping by, and have a great week.
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I love your background image with the stack of aged books on the chair. Gorgeous! Firefly Summer looks like a great read as well as the others. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Happy Reading!
Rebecca @ The Key to the Gate
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Thanks, Rebecca….glad you could stop by, and I love those books in the background, too. One of my Pinterest finds. Enjoy your week!
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Is your mailbox a little empty these days? So is mine, self-imposed because I have so much on the shelves already. Have a great Thanksgiving!
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Yes, mine is self-imposed, too. I’ve learned to say “no” to books that don’t absolutely grab me; I do have quite a few on my stacks still. Thanks for visiting, Judith, and have a wonderful holiday.
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I’ve been reading mixed reviews on The Empty Glass, but I’ll probably read it anyway … I’m always attracted to stories centering around Marilyn Monroe. Have a great week and a Happy Thanksgiving.
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Thanks, Leslie…my experience with The Empty Glass was mixed as well. I enjoyed the subject, but the narration left something to be desired. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!
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I’ve been to Sedona a few times – so beautiful! I hope you enjoy the book.
Firefly Summer was my ‘gateway book’ to Maeve Binchy 🙂 I really enjoyed her novels, especially the earlier ones.
Have a great week and Happy Thanksgiving, Laurel-Rain.
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Yes, some of the later books were not my “cup of tea,” so to speak. Thanks for stopping by, Mary, and enjoy your Thanksgiving.
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Thanks for stopping by yesterday and today. The day just got away from me yesterday.
I want to read all of these books. I have added all of them to my sigh list. 2013 is going to be jumping with such good reading!
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Ah, yes, the “sigh list.” I have one of those, too. Thanks for visiting, Lori, and enjoy your week.
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Enjoy! your book and Happy Thanksgiving.
http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2012/11/mailbox-monday_6416.html
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Thanks, Tribute Books Mama…a great holiday to you, too!
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Happy Happy Thanksgiving to you too!! 🙂 Ready for some turkey! woot! 🙂
Whatcha readin’ this week @ the Brunette Librarian 🙂
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I am definitely eager for the Thanksgiving goodies…thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your week.
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I would love to visit Sedona someday. My sister tells me the scenery is amazing. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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Thanks, Diana….glad you could stop by. I think Sedona is breathtaking. It’s been a couple of years since I’ve gone, but I need to go again…soon. The book should help remind me of what it was like.
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It’s so much fun to read a book set in a familiar place. I hope you love your new book.
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Oh, I think so, too, Kathy….when I first visited Sedona, I was amazed at the colorful surroundings and the mystical “vibe.” I went again the next year, and now I’m hooked. Thanks for stopping by.
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Three Moons Over Sedona sounds like a light and fun read. Enjoy it!
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I am looking forward to it, Kristen…thanks for stopping by!
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Looks like you have a great week of reading ahead of you. And Happy Thanksgiving!
Shelleyrae @ Book’d Out
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I think so, too, Shelleyrae…thanks for stopping by!
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I hope you have an awesome Thanksgiving, too!!! What a fun post – so full of holiday and fall. I love it!! Great books, too. Enjoy!!!
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Thanks, Laura…you too! And I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
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I hope you love it! 🙂
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I am excited about it, Anna…thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your reads.
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It’s been such a long while since I’ve read a Danielle Steel book! I remember reading her alongside Sidney Sheldon back when I was in high school which is like 20 years ago. Your post made me slightly wistful. I should also get around to reading at least one Maeve Binchy novel. 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!
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Yes, Myra, this week has been a journey back into the books I used to read, too. Gradually my Old TBRs (books I’ve had for five years or more!) are diminishing in numbers. Thanks for stopping by.
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