summer reading

I feel like I always have a stack of books going – I tend to move from one to the next before finishing anything. I do notice that fun, light-hearted and girlie fiction tends to get read faster... Maybe because it often transports me somewhere else for a while. That said, my most recent read took me months to finish. Well, I started it about 5 times, never getting past the first few pages because life just kept getting in the way. Then, a few weeks ago, I picked it up again and was able to knock it out rather quickly.  The book was Comfort Food, by Kate Jacobs.

There is a bit of an interesting story around how I ended up with the book. A few months back, I got an email from the publishing house. They mentioned that I wrote about Kate’s first book, Friday Night Knitting Club, and that she had a new book coming out – would I like to read it and write about it again. So interesting how the blogging world works - I this never would have happened if I didn’t have my blog. Of course I said yes... And soon an advanced, not entirely edited version showed up in my mail box.

This is why I feel a little bad about how long it took me to read it. It was generous of them to provide me with the book – and of course, I know it was a great marketing idea for them too. They will probably sell a lot of books if everyone invited to writes and recommends the book. But, you all know life has been crazy, so I gave myself some extra time to accomplish this.

The book was rather nice too. Very similar to her first book, the characters are likeable and the story latches onto a current popular culture trend, cooking and cooking shows. Us girls like this kind of stuff, just like we like knitting and local yarn stores. While some of the book was a bit predictable, I was surprised by some of the turns... And was sad when it was over – I wanted to know more about the character’s future's.

So, if you are looking for a nice Summer read, give this one a try. It would be very good outdoor reading by the pool or on the back porch. If you are interested, comment and let me know. Since I received the book for free, I should pass it along... So comment and I’ll pick someone to send it to on Friday.  This is good timing too... I hit 200 posts a few post back and totally didn’t notice.

Comments

[meg]

That is definitely a smart marketing tool, because I do end up compiling most of my reading list from other people's blogs. And here's another one for the list!

Ahh, and by passing it along, you'll not be adding to your own permanent collection. Very good! De-clutter away!!

[africankelli]

Look at you getting the publishing hook up! That is fantastic. I'm going to add it to my list to read. Thanks!

[Kim]

I'd love a new summer read! I have a lovely new front porch, just begging for an easy read.

Hope your uncluttering and health/fitness plans are going well!

[Danetta]

I would be very interested in reading the book.

I just found your blog a few days ago and I am still getting through it. I am enjoying what I read.