I'm tearing through books this summer and it's been great!
The Rossetti Letter by Christi Phillips
This is another historical fiction that I love. It is written as two stories that take place in Venice, one storyline is taking place in the early 1600's and the second story takes place in modern day. The storyline from the 1600's is of a courtesan who writes a letter that exposes a plot from the Spanish to overthrow the Venetian government. Then the storyline from modern day is a woman using this event in history as her dissertation. But things are not always what they seem! I highly recommend this book.
The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson
Yep, I'm addicted to this trilogy! This second book picks up after the events of the first one that I read back in July. We definitely get to know more about Lisbeth Salander and she becomes quite an intriguing heroine. This was another story where you think one thing has happened, but it hasn't happened the way you thought it would. Go out and read this trilogy!!!!
Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea by Chelsea Handler
Everyone has been telling me how hilarious Chelsea's writing is, so I finally broke down and picked up this book. It definitely had some pretty funny moments and is a super quick read. And having watched her show, I can just picture her delivering some of these one liners. It's a good book and if you're a fan of Chelsea's you should get it.
Happy Reading!
Monday, August 30, 2010
Summer days
Oh my goodness! How is it already the end of August!?! I can't even believe it!
It's been a great summer visiting with AJ, family and friends. Between trips to Indianapolis, Duluth and relaxing in Chicago, I am taking full advantage of the summer.
AJ and I have had some great weekend visits - hanging out with friends, cooking together, playing dominos, going bowling, and just getting to know each other more. It's been great and we shall see how things play out in the next couple of weeks with him moving to DC.
I also had a great time with friends at the Blues Fest again this year. We hit our favorite hangouts and even tried some new ones. This included the jalapeno burger at The Anchor, mexican fare at Mexico Lindo and listening to blues at Hell Burgers. The top favorite artists this year were Dave Herrero, Scott Holt and Otis Clay - check them out!
I also was able to meet up with my cousin Grace and her two little girls. She definitely has her work cut out with them as they are walking all over the place, but everyone is doing great!
Work has been busy this summer, but that is good. I'm definitely wearing a lot of hats at work, and there are disagreements, but all in all it is still a great opportunity and I've been loving it.
Weddings have been slow this summer - still not getting any leads in Chicago. But I've been staying busy by helping out at my church about twice a month. That has been a lot of fun, and I've met some great couples. I also was involved with a non-profit organization that would grant weddings to couples that have experienced hardships, and while I still agree with the concept of the organization, I could no longer accept a position on their board. It's a long story that I can tell you over cocktails some time. As painful and time consuming as that position was, I did walk away with positive lessons and that is what I'm focusing on.
I hope you have all had a wonderful summer!
It's been a great summer visiting with AJ, family and friends. Between trips to Indianapolis, Duluth and relaxing in Chicago, I am taking full advantage of the summer.
AJ and I have had some great weekend visits - hanging out with friends, cooking together, playing dominos, going bowling, and just getting to know each other more. It's been great and we shall see how things play out in the next couple of weeks with him moving to DC.
I also had a great time with friends at the Blues Fest again this year. We hit our favorite hangouts and even tried some new ones. This included the jalapeno burger at The Anchor, mexican fare at Mexico Lindo and listening to blues at Hell Burgers. The top favorite artists this year were Dave Herrero, Scott Holt and Otis Clay - check them out!
I also was able to meet up with my cousin Grace and her two little girls. She definitely has her work cut out with them as they are walking all over the place, but everyone is doing great!
Work has been busy this summer, but that is good. I'm definitely wearing a lot of hats at work, and there are disagreements, but all in all it is still a great opportunity and I've been loving it.
Weddings have been slow this summer - still not getting any leads in Chicago. But I've been staying busy by helping out at my church about twice a month. That has been a lot of fun, and I've met some great couples. I also was involved with a non-profit organization that would grant weddings to couples that have experienced hardships, and while I still agree with the concept of the organization, I could no longer accept a position on their board. It's a long story that I can tell you over cocktails some time. As painful and time consuming as that position was, I did walk away with positive lessons and that is what I'm focusing on.
I hope you have all had a wonderful summer!
Book Review: July 2010
I'm late in talking about my reading this summer, but definitely want to pass along some recommendations.
The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
Yes, this book lives up to its hype. I strongly recommend this book as it is such a well-written mystery thriller! I couldn't put it down! The story resolves around a forty year old disappearance case and an unlikely journalist and socially inept woman working together to solve the mystery. I will warn you that some parts of this book are quite disturbing, but at the end of the day it is a great thriller novel and you must get out and read it yourself!!
Loving Frank by Nancy Horan
I first heard about this book from my college friends during one of their book club meetings. I was quite intrigued to read more about Frank Lloyd Wright and this book did not disappoint. While the story resolves more around Mamah Borthwick Cheney's viewpoint of their scandulous affair, there were some great insights into Frank. However the real joy of this book are the insights of a woman going after a freedom that was not accepted by society. I strongly recommend this book as well.
Happy Reading!
The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
Yes, this book lives up to its hype. I strongly recommend this book as it is such a well-written mystery thriller! I couldn't put it down! The story resolves around a forty year old disappearance case and an unlikely journalist and socially inept woman working together to solve the mystery. I will warn you that some parts of this book are quite disturbing, but at the end of the day it is a great thriller novel and you must get out and read it yourself!!
Loving Frank by Nancy Horan
I first heard about this book from my college friends during one of their book club meetings. I was quite intrigued to read more about Frank Lloyd Wright and this book did not disappoint. While the story resolves more around Mamah Borthwick Cheney's viewpoint of their scandulous affair, there were some great insights into Frank. However the real joy of this book are the insights of a woman going after a freedom that was not accepted by society. I strongly recommend this book as well.
Happy Reading!
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