Monday, 6 March 2017

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Putting it plain and simply, last week happened to be my worst reading week of the year so far - I barely picked up my books at all. There wasn't a particularly stand out reason for this, I wasn't busy or otherwise occupied, my attention wasn't elsewhere, and the books I'm reading are of an enjoyable nature. I just didn't read. This picked up a little over the weekend and I dipped in and out of my February reread, having completely finished it just this morning.

I have missed reading. I'm hoping to pull it back this week.

I'm starting the week with a fresh read, opting for a go to genre, in the hopes that I'm pulled into the story and ultimately back into reading.

The Passenger by Lisa Lutz is a library borrow for me, but a book I've been keen to read. I love the fast paced nature of thrillers, especially when in a reading slump of sorts, so I'm hoping this is a good one. I'm also hoping to pick up another of my library borrows this week (can you tell my lending deadline is coming up?): Public Library and Other Stories by Ali Smith. I've been wanting to try out Ali Smith's writing for a while now, and a short story collection is always a good way to get a feel for the writing style of a new author.

I'm also reading a non fiction title about books - The Secret Library by Oliver Tearle - which is proving to be a really insightful read.
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  1. Greg6 March 2017 at 07:48

    I hope you like The PAssenger, I read that one last year. I agree thrillers can be so fun with their fast pace. And the suspense is great too. :)

    Happy reading this week!

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    1. Reading With Jade6 March 2017 at 17:13

      I do love a page turning read. I hope you have a great week, reading and otherwise!

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  2. Majanka Verstraete6 March 2017 at 12:27

    I hope you like The Passenger. Enjoy reading this week!

    My It's Monday! What Are You Reading? post.

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  3. Sarah's Book Shelves6 March 2017 at 12:50

    Sometimes that happens! Hope you get back on the horse this week!

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  4. Tea Norman6 March 2017 at 13:14

    I had that feeling over the weekend. Couldn't read any one of my books. Now, I'm back in Bliss Land. Have a fun week reading.

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    1. Reading With Jade6 March 2017 at 17:15

      Sometimes we just need that break. I hope you have a lovely week, reading and otherwise!

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  5. Susie | Novel Visits6 March 2017 at 14:07

    Sometimes we need breaks...even from reading!

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  6. Kailana6 March 2017 at 14:07

    I have been struggling with my reading all year so far and I am not even sure why. I keep hoping to reconnect.

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    1. Reading With Jade6 March 2017 at 17:17

      February wasn't the best reading month for me as a whole; I'm hoping to bring it back now we're in a new month. Good luck with reconnecting with your books - it can be frustrating when we aren't able to enjoy one of our favourite hobbies.

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  7. AJ Sterkel6 March 2017 at 15:18

    I hope you like it! I go through phases where I don’t feel like reading, either.

    Aj @ Read All The Things!

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  8. Laurel-Rain Snow6 March 2017 at 16:38

    I loved The Passenger! Hope you enjoy it, too, and come out of your slump. Here are MY WEEKLY UPDATES

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  9. Erin @ Quixotic Magpie6 March 2017 at 17:56

    Wow Public Libraries sounds like a fantastic book! I will have to add it to my list for sure.

    I hope you find your reading mojo this week! :)

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  10. Elizabeth7 March 2017 at 01:12

    Oooooo......I liked The Passenger. I hope you are enjoying it.

    I hope this week is a better reading week for you.

    ENJOY!!

    Elizabeth
    Silver's Reviews
    My It's Monday, What Are You Reading

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    1. Reading With Jade7 March 2017 at 07:07

      I've heard some positive things surrounding The Passenger, so I'm hoping it pulls me back in this week. Have a great week, and happy reading!

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  11. Heather Fineisen7 March 2017 at 02:20

    Both books look good. Have a great week!

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