With summer coming to an end, I thought I would share the books that have traveled with me and occupied my time over the last few months. As you will see, I am on a John Grisham kick. My grandpa has collected all of Grisham's books since I can remember. I have memories picking out the newest release with my mom to give Grandpa for Christmas or his birthday. A few months ago he emailed me and said he was getting rid of his collection and asked if I wanted them. I was thrilled to accept his offer and have been enjoying them ever since. Thanks Grandpa!
I enjoy reading a couple of books at a time- usually a non-fiction and a fiction, and choose which to dive into based on the mood I'm in. I typically fly through the fiction ones because I get hooked and have to know what happens. I love when I get near to the end of a book and end up staying up way too late because I can't put it down. I'm sure you can relate!
So, here was my reading list this summer, and I would recommend any of them if you're looking for a good book:
A Love that Multiplies by Jim Bob & Michelle Duggar- I was interested in this book because of this family's show on TLC that I watch, 19 Kids and Counting. Don't get any crazy ideas... I don't anticipate having 19 kids, but have come to respect and love the way this family loves the Lord and shows it in the way they live as a family. They have a neat parenting style, and the results certainly support their methods.
Cold Tangerines by Shauna Niequist- This one was a birthday gift from Shay, and I really enjoyed it. It's a collection of short stories that Shauna Niequist writes about her life. It was uplifting and fun to read. Niequist has a unique writing style that makes you feel like she is sitting with you talking.
The Runaway Jury, The Rainmaker, The Partner, and The Street Lawyer by John Grisham- They are all great legal fiction. I loved every one.
The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren- Joey and I read this one together while he was out of town working for several weeks. We learn a lot when we read a book and discuss it together, but I have to admit we only made it about half way through this one so far.
And here is what's next on my reading list:
Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Emma, and Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen- I bought this collection of four novels on our trip to Brenham earlier this summer. It is a beautiful book, for one, and I wanted to read some of these classics. I read Pride and Prejudice in school and love the movie, but haven't read the others before. So, I plan to dive into these classics soon.
Desert Gift by Sally John- This is the second book in Sally John's Side Road series. I have read all of Sally John's books and always enjoy them. She is a Christian Fiction writer, and her books usually have a little romance in them- which I am a sucker for.
The Testament by John Grisham- My love affair with Grisham books continues... this is just the next one on my list. I have been reading them in the order that they were published. I'm sure that this next one will not disappoint.
Was your summer accompanied with any great reads? I am always looking to add to my list. Let me know if you have recommendations. Lord knows I have plenty of time to occupy during the evenings while Joey is in PC... especially right now. Summer TV series's have ended and my fall shows haven't started yet! What's a girl to do?
