It’s Monday. What am I reading?
You’ll be pleased to know I’m finally over the flu. And I apologise for being such a misery-guts for the two-three weeks I was plagued by that dreaded lurgy.
You’d think, given I was again well, I’d have raced through a million books last week. But… I didn’t as it happens. I had a couple of nights off – binge watching the TV show True Detective and catching up on taped-TV. It also took a little longer than expected (ie. 3 nights) to get through Peter Carey’s Amnesia.
That review will be going live in the next week or two but – spoiler alert – I wasn’t a big fan. Beautifully written, but… well, WTF?!
I also read Nicci Gerrard’s The Twilight Hour, which I enjoyed far more than I expected. In fact, I read it in a night despite the 400+ pages! I’ll be posting that review in a few weeks as the book’s being published in late October.
By the time this post goes live I’ll have also finished Hide & Seek by Amy Bird, published by Carina UK, which I’ll be reviewing – probably just in Goodreads – in coming days.
I published a couple of reviews – one of Nine Years Gone – which I really enjoyed and only posted in Goodreads, and then of course the – somewhat controversial (if you read Goodreads’ reviews) You by Caroline Kepnes. My review was a tad tongue-in-cheek cos, quite frankly… who doesn’t like a bit of stalking with their romance?! (And yes, I am being facetious!)
I also blogged about bureaucratic buzzwords and came up with a brilliant new TV show based on The Bachelor, ‘cept for older people – The Born Again Bachelor. And yes, I know what you’re thinking. I’m a genius and no… I’m not sure why someone hasn’t snapped up this whippet-smart mind or lobotomised my brain for further study!
I’ve received a few new books for review via NetGalley this week (my flurry of hard-copy books dried up. No sooner had they started than they finished!) so I’m planning to read The Killer Next Door – a ‘tightly-paced’ thriller by Alex Marwood, via Penguin books.
And then there’s To The Edge of Shadows – billed as ‘female contemporary fiction with an element of suspense’. It’s written by Joanne Graham and due to be published by Legend Press at the end of October.
I’ll also be re-reading a delightful book by Irish Aussie-dweller, Ellie O’Neill. Reluctantly Charmed brings together the lithesome world of Irish folklore and long-forgotten fairies and the cynical and obsessive nature of a world addicted to online technology. Oh and there’s some romance thrown in for good measure. There’s also a bit of a moral to the story so – in a sense – it’s like a modern day fairytale. I’m participating in a blog link-up tour thingy with author Ellie, so fine-tuning my interview skills before I badger her with insightful questions. #orsomething
What’s on your weekly reading agenda?
Do any on my list tempt you?
I’m again linking up with the lovely Sheila from Book Journey to share my weekly reading.
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Michael @ Literary Exploration
September 29, 2014I’m curious about Peter Carey’s Amnesia. How awesome was True Detective?! I enjoyed it so much, I’ve picked up the writers novel, just need to read it. Looks like you have a great week of reading ahead
Debbish
September 29, 2014Michael I was a tad disappointed by the end of True Detective. Many unanswered questions… and the ‘baddie’ wasn’t that exciting – plus I didn’t get his whole accent thing… was he much smarter than we realised (multiple personalities?)
PS. I’ll miss Matthew & Woody in S2 though!
Michael @ Literary Exploration
September 29, 2014I’m disappointed by the cast choice of S2, I was hoping for female leads like they were hinting
Sheila (Book Journey)
September 29, 2014OOH The Killer Next Door looks excellent!
Debbish
September 29, 2014Yes, sounds good!
Char
September 29, 2014I’m in the middle of I, Alex Cross and I’m feeling like I wish I was closer to finishing it. It’s okay – just want to be starting on the one I bought today, The Rosie Effect. I loved the Rosie Project so I’m hoping this is just as good.
Debbish
September 29, 2014Oh I just read a review about The Rosie Effect. I haven’t read its predecessor so look forward to hearing what you think about it.
MarthaE
September 29, 2014The Killer Next Door caught my eye. I am glad that you are feeling better. Hope you enjoy your reading.
Debbish
September 29, 2014Thanks Martha!
Greg
September 29, 2014Glad to hear you’re feeling better… and enjoying some shows. I have several TV shows i want to catch up on but haven’t actually made time to sit and watch them yet… maybe this week. 🙂
Hide and Seek sounds interesting by the way…
Debbish
September 29, 2014We’re in a bit of a mid-season lull TV-wise here in Australia, but I gather shows are restarting in the USA so some should hit our screens again soon too!
Travellin' Penguin
September 29, 2014I dropped by your blog b /c you left a comment on mine and I hadn’t heard of your blog. I like keeping an eye on other Aussie blogs so I have added you to my blogroll. Looking forward to getting to know what you like. So far these books looked like a lot of fun. I too like a good stalker novel. As long as I know it isn’t real. Looking forward to more blog gos and some new books to me.
Debbish
September 29, 2014Thanks and nice to virtually meet you!!!
Deb
readerbuzz
September 29, 2014The one time I had flu I didn’t want to do anything. Not even read. I was really sick!
Here’s my It’s Monday!
Debbish
September 29, 2014I was a little like that – but mostly grumpy!
yvonne473
September 29, 2014I have The Killer Next Door waiting to be reviewed.
Have a great week!
Debbish
September 29, 2014It’s next on my agenda so looking forward to it.
laurelrainsnow
September 29, 2014Glad you are feeling better! I love the look of The Twilight Hour…added it to my list. Also The Killer Next Door! Enjoy your week…and thanks for visiting my blog.
Debbish
September 29, 2014Thanks Laurel.
Kirsty @ My Home Truths
September 30, 2014So glad to hear you are finally on the mend. I was hit with the flu earlier this year and it is NOTHING like a cold. Knocks you for a six, doesn’t it? Reluctantly Charmed looks like something I’d definitely be interested in reading. Now I’ve finished up at work I have a pile of non-fiction to read, starting with Ausperity by Lucy Tobin, a guide to maintaining your lifestyle on less. Pretty useful reading now we’re on one income for a while!
Debbish
September 30, 2014Oh…. Sounds like the sort of book I need to read – if I was more into non-fiction!
shelleyrae @ Book'd Out
September 30, 2014GlAd you are finally feeling better! The Killer next door sounds interesting. A copy of You just turned up on my doorstop, I’m hoping to squeeze it in next month.
Have a great week
Debbish
September 30, 2014Thanks. You is definitely an interesting book. Keen to hear what you think!
Kathy Martin
September 30, 2014Glad you are feeling better. You have some interesting looking books on your stack. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
Debbish
September 30, 2014Thanks Kathy.
jpschaper
September 30, 2014Reluctantly Charmed sounds interesting. I will try to check it out (if I ever get time–sigh).
Glad you are feeling better 🙂
Debbish
September 30, 2014Ah yes, me-time – definitely something you need to prioritise!
Guy R Vestal
September 30, 2014Reluctantly Charmed is indeed going in my TBR…
Guy Vestal @ Counter Culture Critic
Debbish
September 30, 2014Excellent!
Nise' (Under the Boardwalk)
September 30, 2014Good to hear you are feeling better. All three titles caught my attention. Have a great week.
Debbish
September 30, 2014Thanks!
Jen G. (The Introverted Reader)
September 30, 2014Reluctantly Charmed sounds (and looks!) cute. Enjoy your week! Glad you’re feeling better!
Debbish
September 30, 2014Thanks and it is!
Jess resides here (@frellathon)
September 30, 2014They all sound good
Debbish
September 30, 2014Fingers crossed!
Pinky Poinker
October 6, 2014I read a great book in the holidays called “Remember Me This Way” by Sabine Durrant. It was quite action driven. Have you read it?
Thanks for a great list of potentials Deb.
Debbish
October 6, 2014Yes, I’ve read it! And I really liked her previous book!
https://www.debbish.com/books-literature/book-review-remember-me-this-way/