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.
WHAT ARE YOU READING THIS WEEK?
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. :)
ReplyDeleteHappy reading this week!
I do love a page turning read. I hope you have a great week, reading and otherwise!
DeleteI hope you like The Passenger. Enjoy reading this week!
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Thank you - and you!
DeleteSometimes that happens! Hope you get back on the horse this week!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sarah - I hope so too!
DeleteI 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.
ReplyDeleteSometimes we just need that break. I hope you have a lovely week, reading and otherwise!
DeleteSometimes we need breaks...even from reading!
ReplyDeleteSo true, Susie! Happy reading!
DeleteI have been struggling with my reading all year so far and I am not even sure why. I keep hoping to reconnect.
ReplyDeleteFebruary 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.
DeleteI hope you like it! I go through phases where I don’t feel like reading, either.
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Thanks! Happy reading!
DeleteI loved The Passenger! Hope you enjoy it, too, and come out of your slump. Here are MY WEEKLY UPDATES
ReplyDeleteThank you! Happy reading!
DeleteWow Public Libraries sounds like a fantastic book! I will have to add it to my list for sure.
ReplyDeleteI hope you find your reading mojo this week! :)
Thanks, Erin. Happy reading!
DeleteOooooo......I liked The Passenger. I hope you are enjoying it.
ReplyDeleteI hope this week is a better reading week for you.
ENJOY!!
Elizabeth
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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!
DeleteBoth books look good. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteThanks, and you Heather!
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