I was recently having a conversation with some friends where one was expressing how accomplished she felt to have set a daily personal goal for herself and recognized how this task, albeit a small one, made the day get off to a good start. Checking a box on a mental to-do list. Obviously with three… Read More 2018 Books 11-20
“Salt to the Sea” by Ruta Sepetys This gripping historical fiction tale is written from four different character’s POV set in Germany during World War II. Joana, Florian and Emilia are attempting to evacuate Germany ahead of the Red Army’s invasion while Alfred is a loyal member of Hilter’s Kriegsmarine. Joana, a young Lithuanian woman… Read More Book of the Month: February 2018
Not that I claim to be a critic in any way but here I go dipping my toes into the world of book reviewing. It’s a little nerve-wracking to share your opinion on someone’s creative work so freely. Hopefully, I will get better at being open about this. I’m now 10 books into this resolution… Read More 2018 Books 1-10
“All the Missing Girls” by Megan Miranda Before I started reading “All the Missing Girls” I wasn’t aware that the book was written in reverse. The story starts on Day 15 and as the main character, Nik, returns to her home town to help her brother and ailing Dad sell their family home she steps… Read More Book of the Month: January 2018
Resolutions, who keeps those! January 1 rolls around and we all have the best intentions. “This is the year I will hit the gym.” “This is the year I will travel more.” I always try to find a goal to direct myself towards for a new year but 9 times out of 10 I have… Read More Welcome to The Booked Mama