Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award!

 

My fabulous friend, Aery (Expressions of Me) nominated me for this award! Thanks, love! :)

 

Here are the questions posed by my nominator (and my answers):

 

1. Are you a movie/book quoter?

For sure. (Btw, that was a Newsies reference. ;))



2. Would you say you’re an introvert or an extrovert?

Introvert, and by no means shy.

3. Are you sarcastic?

4. What’s your favorite flavor of ice cream?

Chocolate chip cookie dough!

5. Do you play any musical instruments?

I play piano by ear but not much.

(Get it? Piano...earrings....? Never mind.)

6. Do you schedule your blog posts or post whenever you can?

Whenever I can, which isn't as often as I would like!

 

7. If you could travel to any place on earth, where would you go?

Flam, Norway.

8. What is your favorite princess movie?

Ever After.

These are fun too...

9. Who is your favorite author? (you can list more than one)

Nicole Sager, Sandra Byrd, Jen Turano, Sheri Cobb South, Elizabeth Camden, Katherine Reay Blackburn, Julianne Donaldson. (And many more!)

10. What book(s) are you currently reading?

"Irish Meadows", by Susan Anne Miller. Also studying Psalms in the Bible, and reading a daily devotional called "The Names of Our Lord".

 

 

Thanks, again, Aery! :)

 

Sincerely,

 



Suddenly Mrs. Darcy

Suddenly Mrs. Darcy was surprising in it's dazzling originality! I have only read several authors of Jane Austen fan fiction that I enjoyed, as I appreciate a writer who adds TO the story rather than take away and whose retellings are realistic and believable; Janetta James writes a novel with the same atmosphere and characters as the original classic, simply adding in a plausible twist that I was much impressed with in it's emotional depth and natural unfolding. The few characters that were added in made brilliant additions and it is obvious the author knows her Austen and approaches her variation with authentic respect.

My one caution is- as the story does begin with the marriage of the main couple- this book does contain quite a few references to mature topics (though not overly detailed), and I would not recommend for young readers.

I look forward to experiencing more of Janetta's step-into-the-past style!

Sincerely,

In Good Company

Wow. What to say? Jen turano has a wellspring of talent and captivating wit that is hard to convey in a mere review! Reading along, the plot itself in this novel seemed a bit on the lighter side and not a big deal; the book consists mainly of Everetts relationship with his young wards and Millies trials and error through her nannying career, while trying to discover her worth and purpose. Don't get me wrong- this story was in no ways slow paced or lagging. It had me laughing and saying "aw" all the way through. And, in typical Turano fashion, the plot burst into last minute life with a quickly developed and crescending climax, including a completely unexpected plot twist at the very end! A befuddled and geeky heroine, a classy but oblivious hero, a slimy and infuriating villain, along with many hilarious and memorable friends and loveable children along the way. One of the most adorable Darcy/Lizzie duos in modern literature. Highly satisfying. I am beyond stoked for book 3.

Sincerely,