Now that I know what not to read this summer it’s time to decide what should be on my list. Let’s see what Oprah recommends…
- Hmm…“The Kitchen Daughter” sounds like something I would enjoy. AND it’s available on Kindle.
- I’ve long been a fan of Maeve Binchy so “Minding Frankie” is a possibility for my list, too.
- And as a fan of both Southern lit and stories of a simpler time, “The Bible Salesman” sounds like a good way to spend a hot summer afternoon or two.
Now let’s see what I’ve already downloaded to my Kindle:
- “The Secret” by Beverly Lewis (I actually started this yesterday afternoon and am over a third of the way through.)
- “The Picture of Dorian Gray”. I’ve never read this. Probably should.
- “The Age of Innocence”. Another of those “I ought to read that” books.
And from my own bookshelves but yet unread:
- “Ash Wednesday” by Ethan Hawke. Love a good road trip book!
- “French Quarter Fiction”. No need to explain. 🙂
- “Counting My Chickens” by The Duchess of Devonshire. I am an anglophile and I keep chickens. ‘Nuf said?
I think I’ll throw in an old favorite:
There is a small handful of books that speak to my soul or for one reason or another have a special place in my heart. I like to re-read them occasionally. I’m not sure which I will select but here are the choices:
- “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith
- “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee
- “White Banners” by Lloyd C. Douglas
All three of these stay on my desk and I often pick up one and read a short passage or two.
There’s no guarantee that I’ll keep to this list exactly. In fact, it’s highly unlikely. But it’s a good place to start.
So what’s on your summer reading list? Have you read any of those I mention above? I love to talk about books so feel free to ramble on in the comments or on the Tea With Dee Facebook page.
My intention was to have a planned reading list for the summer, with Atlas Shrugged at the top of the list. But I don't think that's going to happen. However, Down Home Gynecology does sound interesting…
Good choices! I also recommend "Mayflower" by Nathaniel Philbrick. Who knew those Pilgrims were so stiff necked? Seriously, I am really loving this book!
Also recommend "Witch Child", a great historical fiction novel.
Other than that, thanks for your suggestions. Hoping to find something both restful and thought provoking. Wait, is that even possible?
Cherie: Yeah, "Down Home…" does sound intriguing. 😉 I have a copy of Atlas Shrugged but I'm not sure I want to wade through it. I did purchase the Cliff's Notes for it at one time. Perhaps that would be good enough. I suspect our interest in the book is for similar reasons.
Karen: Thanks for the book suggestions. I just got a moment to check out your blog. I've only read a few entries so far but I will be reading more. I can very much relate to the subjects you are writing about.