Monday, May 23, 2011

Mondays: Mailbox/What Are You Reading/Musings

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia at A Girl and Her Books. Mari of Mari Reads is hosting for the month of May.
I received one book in my mailbox!

Far to Go by Alison Pick:  tells the story of an affluent Czech Jewish family at the onset of the Second World War. The lives of Pavel and Anneliese Bauer are observed through the adoring but misguided eyes of their son’s governess, Marta. A second, unnamed voice addresses the reader from the present. Part mystery, part love story, Far to Go asks question about the legacy of secrecy and answers them with incredible heart. It is a beautifully written book that appeals not only to the history buff but to anyone who has loved deeply and lost.

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I finished the following books:

1) Caribou Island by David Vann
2) The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly

And in the midst of reading 
Far to Go by Alison Pick

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27 comments:

  1. Crystal (I totally paused!)May 23, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Ooo, I'm interested in The Lincoln Lawyer, it sounds good!

    Please feel free to stop by my Monday :)

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  2. UnknownMay 23, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    How'd you find The Lincoln Lawyer, I'm umming and ahhing about whether to hire it out or not!

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  3. KarenSiMay 23, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    What did you think of the Lincoln Lawyer. I'm on the fence about trying Michael Connelly.

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  4. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaMay 23, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Far to Go sounds good. Did you like Caribou Island? I read it, but it was so dark and chilling.

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  5. Beth(bookaholicmom)May 23, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Far To Go does sound like a good read. I can't wait to see what you think of it.

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  6. HollyMay 23, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Far to Go is going on the WL.

    Liked Lincoln Lawyer a lot but LOVE his Harry Bosch books and am always snatching them up first. Happy reading!

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  7. Aisle BMay 23, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Have to read more on this one since it's new to me.

    You always open up my little corner in the world of reading ;)

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  8. AnonymousMay 23, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    I hope you love Far to Go as much as I did!

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  9. Carin SiegfriedMay 23, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Did you like The Lincoln Lawyer? I really did and picked up the next book featuring Mickey Haller. Not sure about the movie though. Don't think the casting is right. But will probably get it at Red Box when it's $1.

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  10. AnonymousMay 23, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Far To Go sounds good to me, enjoy it.

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  11. SerenaMay 23, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Far to go sounds great. Enjoy your book!

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  12. Mary (Bookfan)May 23, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Far To Go sounds like it could be very good. I'll watch for your review!

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  13. dollycas aka LoriMay 23, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Thanks for stopping by! I really want to read the Lincoln Lawyer before I see the movie, but my husband says I always hate the movie after I have read the book because I know what's going to happen and all the things that were left out or changed. lo

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  14. Laurel-Rain SnowMay 23, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Far to Go looks tempting...and The Lincoln Lawyer made a great movie. Need to read the book.

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  15. Julie May 23, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Far to Go looks like a wonderful read! Everyone seems to like The Lincoln Lawyer as well! I'm interested in your thoughts on Caribou Island - it was an excellent read for me, but very dark. Enjoy your reading week!

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  16. CMashMay 23, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    I have Lincoln Lawyer in my tbr list..hope you enjoyed it.

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  17. Joy Weese MollMay 24, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I might enjoy Far To Go -- let us know what you think!

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  18. WendiMay 24, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Far to Go sounds very interesting, and reflective. :) Hope it is absolutely wonderful

    Here's my Mailbox! ~ Wendi

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  19. MargotMay 24, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Far To Go sounds good. I loved Lincoln Lawyer, well actually, anything Michael Connelly writes.

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  20. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    Far to Go sounds good. I hope you enjoy it.

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  21. AlyceMay 24, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    I haven't read any of those. I look forward to seeing what you think of them.

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  22. MareeMay 24, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    I have The Lincoln Lawyer on my TBR pile too. Happy reading! :D

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  23. Pam (@iwriteinbooks)May 24, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    Oh, I LOVED Far to Go. Enjoy!

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  24. Jenny QMay 24, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    That sounds great! I'll definitely watch for your review. It has TBR-list potential :)

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  25. RAnnMay 24, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Far to Go is intriguing

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  26. KimMay 24, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Loving the sound of Far to Go--WWII books are one of my favorites. Caribou Island is on my tbr list--have a great week--
    *smiles*

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  27. BonnieMay 26, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Hi Thanks for visiting me at Hands and Home. I have been wondering about The Lincoln Lawyer. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on it! Have a great reading week.

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