Life After Life - Kate Atkinson
I was intrigued with this book - a woman who keeps re-living her life until "she gets it right". And not in a funny way like Groundhog Day. It was well written and made me want to read more by this author. *
Fortune's Rocks - Anita Shreve
Anita Shreve usually does a number on my emotions. This was a good book, but a different style for her. I enjoyed it although I felt like it ran a little long. However the relationship between the heroine and her lover is really intense.....then again a little unbelievable and....strange.
Above all Things - Tanis Rideout
I was really looking forward to this one, and it was good - but that's it. Not completely memorable but a solid three stars. I know I'm not saying much, but honestly nothing stands out.
The Hidden Reality - Brian Greene
I love physics and Brian Greene is so good at explaining complicated theories in layman's terms. That being said there are theories in this book that were still way over my head. If you want a challenge and are interested - a definite must-read.
The Moving Toyshop - Edmund Crispin
Brad reads a lot of "old classic mysteries" and this one looked really good. If fell so flat, I was really disappointed. The synopsis was like a trick, it pulled me in but didn't deliver on the mysterious "how'd they do it?!" aspect. I wish someone modern would take this idea and re-do it properly.
What are you guys reading? I've been reading a book since January 1st and I'm not sure about it yet.
* I did try another book by Atkinson and I couldn't get through it - I didn't like the characters, the story or the writing?! (One Good Turn)
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