If you like books about race, sexuality, power, and family you might want to check out this novel because these issues are explored in interesting and unusual ways. The pacing of the second half is just off, or at least very different from the first (it involves a court case and those often make me glaze over). If you’re someone who is really into vampire novels you’ll want to read Fledgling for the inventive vampire world Butler creates. However, if you’re the type who reads one vampire novel a year and are looking for a novel that’ll scare you and keep you reading deep into the night, you’ll probably want to pass on this one.
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Reverse Summer Readathon
Update: Well, okay, I blew it. For some reason, I thought the Readathon starts on Saturday and ends on Sunday. It actually starts on Friday and ends Saturday. Ooopsie. Numbers have never been my bag. It used to just… Read More ›
Readathon, Independent Bookstore Day, and Sea Worms
Another readathon has come and gone. A huge thank you to all of the organizers, volunteers, and readers who make this event so much fun. I didn’t read as many hours as I assumed I’d get in. I use the… Read More ›
Readathon Prep!
This Saturday, April 28, 2018, is Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon! I’ve participated in this readathon for a bunch of years now. Some years I’ve managed just a few hours of reading, other years much more. My record is 20 hours… Read More ›
10 Years in 10 Books, A #Readathon Challenge
I’m participating in Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon. Each hour there’s a challenge that readers can do if they’re interested. This is the ten-year anniversary of the readathon and one of the challenges is this 10 Years in 10 Books,… Read More ›
Readathon Recap and Book Club Bookstore
My reading corner. I didn’t read as much as planned or for as many hours as I thought I would for this marathon. I think I was overtired, which makes it hard for me to settle down and focus. Seasonal… Read More ›
Readathon Opening Survey
Finalized TBR stack! Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon has begun! Thought I’d jump in and do the opening survey: 1) What fine part of the world are you reading from today? USA > New England > Connecticut > Guilford 2) Which… Read More ›
The Night Before Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon and a BIG BUG READING
Another glorious day dedicated to reading is almost here! Or at least a good chunk of my day on April 29th will be dedicated to reading because it’s Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon! To be honest, this readathon sorta snuck up on me and… Read More ›
#Readathon Recap
Before I get into my recap, please mark your calendars for the next Dewey’s 24-Hour Readathon, which is scheduled for October 22, 2016. Okay, now on to my recap of Saturday’s Readathon. I signed up to be a cheerleader and… Read More ›
Happy Readathon!
My stack Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon is underway! I wish you all good books, comfy places to read, and yummy snacks. Since I’m turning into a pumpkin at noon, I thought I’d jump in and participate in the opening meme…. Read More ›