March 2024 reading is a wrap! Did you have a productive reading month?
March 2024 Reading Wrap Up
I had an eclectic reading month. Out of 11 books completed, I had one 5-star read, seven 4-star reads, and three 3-star reads. I did have one DNF.
My most memorable fiction read in March is James by Percival Everett. Don’t miss this Huck Finn reimagining!
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James by Percival Everett
5 Stars. Historical Fiction. Reimagining a Classic from Jim’s point of view. My review of James here.
Mostly What God Does by Savannah Guthrie
4 Stars. Nonfiction. Spiritual Memoir/Essays. Uplifting, authentic, and transparent. Not yet reviewed.
Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan (ARC)
4 Stars. (ARC) Contemporary women’s fiction. Light reading. Sweet Romance (closed door). Pub Date: 6/4/24. Review coming soon.
The House on Biscayne Bay by Chanel Cleeton (ARC)
4 Stars. (ARC) Historical Fiction (1918 and 1941). Page-turning mystery. Pub Date: 4/2/24. Review coming soon.
Generations by Jean M. Twenge
4 Stars. Nonfiction. Essays. Interesting data analysis of five generations. (do not recommend audio). My review of Generations here.
Freewater by Amina Luzman-Dawson
4 Stars. Middle-Grade Historical Fiction (Newbery Award winner). Diverse Read. Not yet reviewed.
Reading Genesis by Marilynne Robinson (ARC)
4-5 Stars. (ARC) Nonfiction. Biblical History/Theology. This is well-written and could be used in a seminary course. I lingered in some sections and skimmed others. Robinson is a beautiful and masterful writer. My husband is loving it and using it as a study guide to slowly and methodically work his way through the book of Genesis.
Steeple Chasing by Peter Ross
4 Stars. Nonfiction. Essays. I enjoyed some parts. If you have visited or live in the areas mentioned, I think it would be especially enjoyable. Not reviewed.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
3 Stars. Classic American Literature. I wanted to complete a reread of Huck Finn before starting James. I enjoyed the beginning and the end, but I skimmed over the entire middle section dealing with the King and Duke characters. They get tiresome quickly. I’m glad I did a quick reread to refresh my memory but it’s not essential for appreciating James (see my review of James here.) By the way, H.F. is FREE on Project Gutenberg.
Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez
3 Stars. Women’s Contemporary Fiction. Short Story/Novella. Cute meet-cute. Closed-door romance. Not reviewed.
Effie Olsen’s Summer Special by Rochelle Bilow (ARC)
3 Stars. (ARC) Contemporary Women’s Fiction. Romance (Steamy and Open Door). I skipped over the spicy parts to the engaging storyline. Pub Date: 4/30/2024.
DNF: Moon Over Manifest (MG)
DNF 53%. 2 Stars. Middle-Grade Historical Fiction. (Newbery Award Winner). As with many books I DNF, I simply lost interest. It felt older than MG. Also, it has witchcraft/magic which is not to my taste.
QOTD:
Did we read any of the same books?
Did you have a favorite March read?
ICYMI:
I created a book club kit in January! Have you seen it? Book Club Kit: Go as a River.
March Blog Posts
James Review
Amal Unbound Review
Memorable Middle-Grade Reads
A Noble Scheme Review
Spring 2024 TBR
Pride and Preston Lin Review
10 Real-Life Difference-Makers
The Woman They Could Not Silence Review
The Underground Library Review
Becoming Madam Secretary Review
Finding Jane Fairfax Review
The Berlin Letters Review
Holley Sisters of Thornthwaite Review
The Memory of Lavender and Sage Review
Hidden Yellow Stars Review
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I hope I can read more this month. I did little last month because of work. I miss books.
Some months are like that! But you’re writing poetry! 🙌😍
Looks like a fab bookish month Carol. Here’s to April being as good!
Happy April reading!
Looks like an up and down month for you Carol. I am glad to see that James was a 5 star read. I am waiting for my library to get a copy. Maybe I will read Huck Finn in the meantime to refresh my memory as well. Happy April tomorrow.
I knew the wait would be long for James, so I bought it!
I will probably have to do the same. It is a long list and it isn’t even catalogued yet.
You definitely had a stellar reading month in March! Looking back over the entire list boggles my mind. I’m enjoying The Memory of Lavender and Sage, but it has to go back to the library tomorrow. I’ll get back on the waitlist so I can finish reading it. Hidden Yellow Stars has to be returned to the library because I didn’t even get to start it. Ugh! Too many books came in at the same time! Currently on the waitlist for James and The Berlin Letters… among many others. So many good books out there! I love reading your reviews, Carol, even though you wreak havoc with my TBR!
I’m delighted to add to your tbr mountain! Even if it topples! So many books so little time!