mattydog
Agatha Christie Whodunnit
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Post by mattydog on Mar 28, 2019 21:37:58 GMT
All, apologies for the delay. I ordered my choice back in January as it was scheduled to be released in paperback on 1st February. I've only just obtained a copy. Firstly I must say how difficult I have found it to select a book so hats off to Ellie for her input. My choice is a debut novel by Erin Bartels, 'We Hope for Better Things'.
When journalist Elizabeth Balsam is asked to deliver a box of old photos to a relative she didn't know she had, the strange request seems like it isn't worth her time. But as she explores her great-aunt's farmhouse with its locked doors and hidden graves, she soon discovers just how dramatically some of the most newsworthy events of the previous two centuries shaped her own family. as she searches for answers to the riddles around her, the remarkable stories of two women who lived in this very house emerge as testaments to love, resilience, and courage in the face of war, racism, and misunderstanding.
Take an emotional journey through time - from the volatile streets of 1960s Detroit to Michigan's Underground Railroad during the Civil War - to uncover the past, confront the seeds of hatred, and discover where love goes to hide.
I hope some of you will join in. I found this by chance and picked it because it has some good reviews and also follows on from Penny T's theme but from a different angle.
Usual rules apply.
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Post by adelynechan on Mar 28, 2019 21:54:56 GMT
Admittedly not one that I'd have likely chosen to read on my own, but I'm up for giving it a go! Some help with PennyT's themes challenge would also be incredibly helpful (I'm not doing too well on that one...), and now let's see if I can fit this into my 40BC with a bit of reshuffling.
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Post by janetandjohn on Mar 28, 2019 22:19:43 GMT
Sorry, I haven't read the last few, as always hoping that the "next one" is already on my shelves; and of course some just do not appeal. However, this one does so I'm going to have to find it somethere, eh?  |
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mattydog
Agatha Christie Whodunnit
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Post by mattydog on Mar 28, 2019 23:06:20 GMT
Admittedly not one that I'd have likely chosen to read on my own, but I'm up for giving it a go! Some help with PennyT's themes challenge would also be incredibly helpful (I'm not doing too well on that one...), and now let's see if I can fit this into my 40BC with a bit of reshuffling. By themes I mean that Penny's choice covered slavery and racism. My choice also covers the same issues as well as interracial marriages. Great, that you're up for giving it a go. |
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Post by pennyt on Mar 29, 2019 8:57:43 GMT
I liked the look of the summary you posted - and have just discovered I can borrow this free with my Kindle Unlimited trial  so I've downloaded it and will try to read during April. |
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Post by belletinker on Mar 30, 2019 17:47:49 GMT
I like the sound of this but my library doesn't seem to have it listed so I'll keep a lookout elsewhere for a copy.
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Post by littlereader on Mar 30, 2019 19:55:10 GMT
Sounds brilliant, will try and order a copy.
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Post by geminii on Mar 30, 2019 21:58:20 GMT
Having read every Book suggested since the start, it seems my participation will have to miss out on this one ..  Cannot get from the Library, Amazon is £5 for the Kindle version, and there are no second hand ones on eBay, the cheapest is £11 .. |
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Post by janetandjohn on Mar 30, 2019 23:05:47 GMT
geminii.... If you are a good girl, you can have the one another member is going to send me. If you like, I mean.
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Post by adelynechan on Mar 31, 2019 16:58:58 GMT
I've also just ordered my copy from Amazon, taking advantage of free shipping from some books I was buying for work. Would be happy to send on to the next person wanting to read it after I've finished with it.
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Post by geminii on Mar 31, 2019 17:11:39 GMT
geminii .... If you are a good girl, you can have the one another member is going to send me. If you like, I mean. Thanks ..  There's plenty of time .. I'll ask at the Library next week, see if they will get a copy in first .. P.S .. When am I ever not a good girl ?? |
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peppercricket
Book Assistant
Batley Townswoman's Guild presents the Battle of Pearl Harbour
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Post by peppercricket on Apr 2, 2019 20:01:15 GMT
Agh, not sure I can join in with this one either, being in a similar predicament to Suzanne (same county library wise).
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Post by adelynechan on Apr 2, 2019 21:14:19 GMT
Agh, not sure I can join in with this one either, being in a similar predicament to Suzanne (same county library wise). I can send you my copy after I'm done if you like, my order arrived today |
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Post by geminii on Apr 16, 2019 17:48:53 GMT
Thank you for the offer ..
I'm not finding the time to get to the Library to ask about sourcing this Book for me, so I would love a copy at sometime please, whether from Mrs Mac (janetandjohn) or Mary (cornishgirl3), I do not mind ..
Obviously, I would then forward on as necessary ..  |
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Post by janetandjohn on Apr 16, 2019 21:00:22 GMT
Thank you for the offer ..
I'm not finding the time to get to the Library to ask about sourcing this Book for me, so I would love a copy at sometime please, whether from Mrs Mac (janetandjohn ) or Mary (cornishgirl3 ), I do not mind ..
Obviously, I would then forward on as necessary .. I was not planning to read this in April, but in May. However, as soon as I finish you are welcome to mine; and if cornishgirl3 finishes first she can send you hers. |
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so I've downloaded it and will try to read during April. 
