Because I’m not reviewing very much right now, I thought I’d do another post highlighting what I’m reading this week.
Last week I finished Depravity by M.J. Haag and shared my review on Friday. I enjoyed the book (despite some niggles) and went right on to book two in the series titled Deceit. I DNFed the second book about half way through and won’t be finishing the trilogy. It became too weird for me. I normally don’t DNF books, but I just couldn’t handle this one. I liked that the characters were developing more and the beast was more understood, but the details were too much for me. I’m not going to tear the book apart though, and I didn’t rate it because I didn’t totally finish it.
I’ve decided to finally read Where’d You Go, Bernadette, which is now a movie releasing on Friday. I bought the book from Barnes and Noble and will be starting it today.
I’m reading a handful of books with my kids right now. The school year is in full swing and they have scads of exciting titles coming up. Here’s what we’re reading now…
The Boy of the Pyramids by Ruth Fosdick Jones
This is a curriculum pick that my children are reading for their study of ancient Egypt. Were enjoying it so far. I also found the audio on Audible which were using along with the physical book. The story centers around a boy named Kaffe along with his family. It demonstrates what it was like to live in ancient Egypt with some of their customs and also highlights some of their struggles. Ten-year-old Kaffe has many adventures and there’s even a mystery here.
Hachiko Waits by Lesléa Newman
If you’ve seen the movie Hachi with Richard Gere, you know the story of Hachiko: a dog from Japan who became extremely loyal to his owner, Professor Hidesaburo Ueno. We’re not super far and I already love this story. It’s a fictional story because other characters were added in, but this is based on the true story.
Pan’s Labyrinth: The Labyrinth of the Faun by Guillermo del Toro and Cornelia Funke
I picked this up the moment I saw it at our library. It’s the story Pan’s Labyrinth written by Cornelia Funke and Guillermo del Toro. This is based on the movie by Guillermo del Toro which we loved. The illustrations are captivating and I love the layout. I thought I’d possibly share this one for my retelling challenge, but I’m not sure it qualifies being that it’s based on the movie.
The Penultimate Peril (A Series of Unfortunate Events)
Yes…we’re still reading this one. It’s slow going because we started it at the beginning of August when school started and we just need to get back to it. Only two books left to go before we finish this series.
That’s it for now. What are you guys reading this week?
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Glad to see you’re still persevering with the “Series of…” series 🙂 Almost there!
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We’re getting to the end! I certainly hope the ending isn’t disappointing after all this time. 🙂
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I’m currently in a book slump. I just cannot decide what I feel like reading. The kid’s books sound like fun though.
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You know, I’ve been there a lot lately. I hope it doesn’t last too long for you! Good luck 💜
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Oooh I’ve been thinking about reading Where’d You Go, Bernadette. Looking forward to seeing what you think!
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So far it’s okay. I’m still in the beginning, but I’m hopeful. Thanks, Holly! 💙
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I loved the film with Richard Gere, needed lots of tissues!
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Me too! I can’t believe he came back to the same spot every single day. How beautiful. ❤
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There’s a similar story from 19th century Edinburgh… Greyfriars Bobby. You may have heard of it already but if not google it. Worth a quick read. Animal stories always make me well up 😬
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Sorry about that first book but looks like you have some good ones there. And I loved the Gere one as well. Sweet story.
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Me too. Thank you! 💚
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I don’t blame you for DNFing a book, Jenn – there are so many out there to read, and if your TBR is like mine, plenty are waiting.
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I feel the same, Teri. I’m not sure why DNFing still makes me feel bad though. Have a great weekend! 🙂💜
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All sound very interesting. Glad the kids are reading and can’t wait to see how The Series of Unfortunate Events turns out.
I haven’t previously seen the Richard Gere movie. I’ll be looking forward to reading Hachiko Waits.
Nice post Jen! 😉👍🏻
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Me too. I’m so hopeful the ending is going to be good. Yoi haven’t seen Hachi? I thought we watched it. Well, you’ll have to read this book first because it’s great. 🙂💚
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I look forward to what you think of Bernadette, M! I have had it on my shelf a long time. Enjoy your new reads! ♥️
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So far so good, Jen! Thank you 💙
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I’ve always read my children’s school curriculum books. I like the sound of all those books and will be Boy of the Pyramids.
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How are you liking the «Where’d You Go Bernadette»?
I was so excited to read it earlier this year, but it kinda disappointed me… Or maybe I was expecting something completely different.
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I like that you read with your children. It’s really cool. This weekend, I’m reading My Mind is no Longer Here by Sylva Nze Ifedigbo. It’s about four young men who for different reasons, want to relocate from Nigeria. I only started reading it this morning but I like it so far.
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Too bad the trilogy didn’t work out for you Jenn, but there is only so much time to read and sooooo many good books out there. I have not seen Hachi, but will be looking for the book and movie now, it sounds amazing. Boy of the Pyramids sounds wonderful as well. I love then teachers assign fiction to read to add to a curriculum unit. Have a great week and enjoy all those books with your kids.
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Looks like an interesting week in reading! Sorry that the one series didn’t work out for you.
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