Happy End of March and almost- April! You will forgive me if I keep this brief, I really want to get to working on my novel and my window to do so today is swiftly closing. What with the sunshine and the smell of spring in the air, I keep getting lured outside in the morning to pull the never-ending weeds instead of writing. . . .
I’m debating about starting to give my rating ( 1 to 5 stars ) for the books I review but I just cannot decide! What do you wonderful SGL readers think? Do you like having that quick-reference point or not??
Love Finds You – in Pendleton Oregon – Melody Carlson – Sunny Westcott is used to the quiet reflections of the small university where she had been a teacher for years. Signing on as a model had never been in her plans. But finding a new job had proven difficult and she needed the money. Then her friend Aubrey drags her to Pendleton for the rodeo, she’s surprised at how much she enjoys the ranch, the small town and riding horses. Meeting a cowboy that sends her pulse racing helps as well. While she’s there, she does some digging into the lives of her ancestors that used to live on the reservation nearby.
– So. This review is a little sad to write. I normally LOVE Carlson’s books but while this one was very cute and fun to read due to the fact that it is set in Oregon, (i love my Oregon!), it seemed a little rushed. Well, at least the romance part of it did. Which left me rather dissatisfied at the ending. Apparently Carlson has a whole series of ‘love finds you in’ but this is the only one i’ve read! Just might have to get to the library and give the others a shot.
The Count of Monte Cristo – Alexandre Dumas – Accused of a crime he didn’t commit, Edmund Dantes spends more than a decade in Chateau D’if. Finally escaping, he focuses on exacting revenge on those who sent him there.
– What the what. This Book! It is taking me longer to read than I thought it would – as it is I’m only halfway through, but Dumas is a brilliant writer. Having only seen the movie (with Jim Caviezel ) , I was a little concerned about it affecting my enjoyment of the book, but so far – I’m loving the story even more!
You Can’t Go Home Again – Thomas Wolfe – I got this as a birthday present this past weekend (thanks brother!) and have read the first few chapters and am enjoying it so far. I’m not looking up the storyline/synopsis though, as I am kind of enjoying having NO clue what the book is about. =) You’ll just have to come back and read my review!
The Deep Haven series by Susan May Warren – Set in Deep Haven, Minnesota, each book follows those eager to plant roots in this small, tourist town. With romance, faith and a touch of mystery, Warren delivers a delightful, easy to read series.
-I reviewed them here! they are a fun, faith filled series that I’ve enjoyed for years!
the start of a good life 
I read the count of monte Christo in school last year and loved it! Personally it was the only book where annotating and doing class activities helped me to understand it more
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It’s soo good! (I found myself ignoring my puppy as she was asking outside because i didn’t want to put it down! ha) Oh man, i can see that helping for sure! Thanks for coming by!
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I agree that “love” seemed rushed in Love finds you in Pendleton Oregon. But it was a great book and i enjoyed it overall.
I say skip the rating system and just stick to your reviews. I love how you retell the stories and let me decide if I want to read them or not.
And Happy birthday. It was great having you here for your special day.
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It always leaves me a little disappointed when they rush love. – thanks, it was so much fun celebrating ‘me’ with you! (hehe)
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