on my bookshelf

It's strange, but somehow as the first semester of senior year comes to a close, I find myself with a bit more energy than last year. I usually let my love of literature fall the wayside during the school year (or on this case, the last few years), but as of late I've been bitten by the literary bug. And I feel compelled to share my recent book finds with all my readers, after all, we all have a favorite book that makes us into suddenly voracious readers, right?

Empire Falls Richard Russo

I had to read this for school, but it was absolutely amazing. The first hundred pages, I do admit, were quite slow moving, though interesting, but the last hundred pages just flew by. Russo is incredibly talented at his characterizations, and you will find yourself feeling a tad bit of empathy for everyone, even the "villains."

Confessions of a Jane Austen Addict Laurie Viera Rigler

A light read after Empire Falls. I just finished it last night. Definitely, one hundred percent chick lit, but I love chick lit just as much as I love literature. It is about a woman, Courtney, who finds herself in the time of Jane Austen. It's actually surprisingly interesting for all the historical daily life tid bits about the early 1800's. I'm actually curious as to where Rigler did her research, because it's very interesting. The plot is, of course, very chick lit esque and fun to read.

Aishiteruze Baby! Yoko Maki

Of course, I've read a manga =) This one is absolutely adorable, quite short. It is about the relationship between a typical teenaged boy and his five-year-old cousin, who he must take now take care of.

Currently in queue: The Witch of Cologne, Atonement

What are you reading now?

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