Good morning! I haven’t been doing much reading this week, but I totally blame the new addition to my family for that — welcome Breakfast!
You might remember that we already have one bunny, Hulk, and have been trying to find her a companion for a while now. So far, things are going well with Breakfast, so fingers crossed!
But, right, this is about books…
Books to review:
The Pinks looks fascinating — I didn’t even know Pinkertons had female detectives. And Waking Gods is a sequel to a book I bought a couple of weeks ago, and continually hear good things about. I really should’ve read the first book first, but the sequel was on ‘read now’…
Books bought:
Another batch of non-fiction — I’m getting predictable…
Books finished this week:
I know, it’s pathetic by my usual standards!
Reviews posted:
–This Rough Magic, by Mary Stewart. A comfort reread, with a delightful heroine who doesn’t go on mere appearances but actually weighs up the characters of her putative lovers, and figures out much of the mystery to boot. 3/5 stars
–Reading Like A Writer, by Francine Prose. I love the idea of close-reading, and advocate it, but this book is much more about reading like Francine Prose, and appreciating the same things she does. 2/5 stars
–Late Eclipses, by Seanan McGuire. In this installment, we get more of a peek into Toby’s parents and her true heritage, as well as a story in which all does not turn out okay at the end. 4/5 stars
–Maisie Dobbs, by Jacqueline Winspear. I was hoping for my new Phryne Fisher, but Daisy feels a lot colder, and the writing is not all that. The structure takes away from any mystery and suspense. 2/5 stars
–Gaia, by James Lovelock. A now-classic theory of the world’s interlocking systems of biological and non-biological cycles, which I really don’t find myself disagreeing with much. 4/5 stars
–The Death of Caesar, by Barry Strauss. Interesting, and went into aspects of Caesar’s assassination I knew nothing about, but not the most riveting of Strauss’ books. 3/5 stars
Other posts:
–Top Ten Tuesday: Books I Should Get Round To Soon. You guessed it. It’s a list of books I want to get round to sometime soon.
–What are you reading Wednesday. What was I reading on Wednesday…?
Breakfast is so cuuuuuuuuuute! I could live with bunnies as well as books, here on this blog!
Haha, I’d run out of things to post… eventually.
How totally adorable Breakfast is! So soft and furry! I only got two books read this week as well but I hope to be energised by a new month and new pile to tackle!
He’s a delight! Hulk is fluffier, but Breakfast is adorable too. And yeah, let’s hope we both get more reading done!
Pinks looks awesome. I may have to check it out. Welcome to your new family member.
Thank you! And yeah, it sounds awesome; I didn’t know anything about the subject!
What a cute bunny!!!! I haven’t heard of these books but I feel like I need to check a few of these out! Thanks for sharing 🙂
He is! And it’s a good haul, I think, but maybe a little non-fiction heavy for most people, haha.
Your bunny/rabbit is cute. I hope you love all of your new books. They look interesting.
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Thanks! They should be.
I want Breakfast! That is the cutest bunny I have ever seen. I like the description of The Pinks and will add it to my TBR! have fun with your new bunny!
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Aw, then you haven’t seen our Hulk! She’s cute too!
Awww, welcome Breakfast! All the adorableness 😀
Indeed! Pretty much 100% cute, 100% of the time.
OMG A BUNNY!!!!!! I love love love that picture! Like, surprise, it’s me! So adorable. I’m glad things are going well. A blogger friend of mine is anxiously awaiting Waking Gods! I’d not heard of the series before, but I like the book’s cover. I hope you enjoy all of your new books!
Have a fabulous weekend, Nikki. =)
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He was trying to pop out of that box all the way home! Haha. Thanks for dropping by!
Breakfast is precious! We used to have bunnies, but they grew old and passed away. I hope he gets along well with your other bunny.
Even though you say you didn’t do as much reading this week, you still did more than I did 🙂 Keep up the good work!
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Us too. *crosses fingers*
Ah, but not much compared to my usual, haha. Oh well, it’s a new week!
Breakfast is adorable! Looks like my bunny, but my bunny has lop ears. <3 I hope you enjoy your new additions (and Breakfast!)
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I’m definitely enjoying Breakfast. He’s a chatty little bun! Squeaks to me while being cuddled. <3
I just started Waking Gods! So far I’m having a better time with it than the first book, so that’s a good sign. And aww, Breakfast is adorable! What’s the story behind the name? 😀
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Well, we had Brioche, who was a “sweet bun”… and Cinnamon (Bun). So now Breakfast Bun! It… made sense to us.
Breakfast is adorable! I am glad she is fitting in well so far. I bet Hulk is happy to have a companion. 🙂 You caught my attention with The Pinks! That sounds like something I might like. I hope you have a great week and enjoy your new books!
Yeah, Breakfast is an adorable little man. Here’s hoping his sister gets on with him… Thanks for dropping by!
Cute bunny! And I love that cover of Gods…
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It is a pretty one!
Breakfast is very cute. Glad you have a companion for Hulk. I know it can get lonely being by yourself. 🙂
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Yeah, and bunnies are social creatures. Just, here’s hoping they get on in practice!
Love that bunny!!! Sounds like you’ve got some good reading on hand. Lots of goodies! Happy reading! You can find my post for StS here if you’d like to stop by.
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He’s a cutie-pie, isn’t he? Thanks for dropping by!