Lost in
Translation
By Nicole Mones
I loved Lost in
Translation, the second book I’ve read by Nicole Mones. I really have enjoyed both books that I’ve
read by her. They were both well
researched, making them both informative and entertaining. I love the Chinese setting and have learned a
lot about more modern periods that are less well known. The main character is a modern female, strong and well-developed. I related to many of her
internal struggles and found her growth throughout the story engaging. I will definitely read more by Nicole
Mones. I recommend Lost in Translation as a really good read!
The
Luminaries
By Eleanor Catton
The
Luminaries by
Eleanor Catton certainly delivered quantity in this 29+hours audio book from
Audible.com. I chose the book because it
was a 2013 Man Booker Prize winner and the Canadian Governor Generals Literary
Award 2013 winner. The audio book was
entertaining, but slow at times. The
plot consisted of many intertwining stories, told in flashbacks. Sometimes it was difficult to follow and
understand the relationships. However,
the Victorian setting and story was engaging and interesting, especially as an
audiobook. I’m not sure I would have
enjoyed it as much as an 848-page book, however, it was a good listen.
Accused: A Rosato & Associates Novel Book 14
Accused: A Rosato & Associates Novel Book 14
By Lisa Scottoline
Somehow, I received an ad for
The Accused by Lisa Scottoline on Facebook.
I’m so glad I saw it. It was a very
refreshing, light mystery… just what I needed. I loved the appealing, female main character
and the Philadelphia setting. Although a
little ditzy at times, Mary DiNunzio, was strong and believable lawyer working
through an engaging mystery. Although
this was a recent addition to the Rosato & Associates series (October 29,
2013), I was easily able to follow the story and relate to the characters. I will definitely look for more mysteries by
Lisa Scottoline. The Audible.com version
was a very entertaining listen.
The
All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton: A Novel
By Jane Smiley
I’m not sure where my copy of
the book came from, but The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton:
A Novel by Jane Smiley found its way to the top of the pile under my
bed. The first person narrated novel covers the
settlement of the Kansas Territory prior to the Civil War. It’s not a period that I know much about, so
I can’t speak for the accuracy of the story.
However, I have found myself looking through the book to check and see
if it really is a novel several times.
It reads as truth, spoken through the voice of the main character, Lidie
Newton. I enjoyed the book and would definitely
read more by Jane Smiley. I recommend The
All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton: A Novel as a good
historical novel and a good read.
