Despite everything else that's going on at the moment, I am still finding time to read.
BOOK CHALLENGE 23/1000 (29)
The library provided number 23, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie. My favourite Christie novel so far. Although some of her books might seem a bit dated to some people, I enjoy them. They are easy to read and follow. The characters are interesting and you are always kept guessing right up the end. SPOILER ALERT The butler still didn't do it!
BOOK CHALLENGE 24/1000 (30)
A little break away from Christie for a while but still in the Crime genre, The Talented Mr Ripley by Patricia Highsmith became book 24. I know I have seen the film adaptation but it was a long time ago and I couldn't remember much detail. I did feel that the Ripley character is more creepy in the book, though.
BOOK CHALLENGE 25/1000 (31)
Of all the books I have read so far, The Tin Roof Blowdown by James Lee Burke is the one I have enjoyed the most. It is set during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and describes in detail the hardship the people of New Orleans had to endure. James Lee Burke interweaves his story with real events perfectly. I will definitely be seeking out more of this author's work.
According to the calendar, we are in week 15 of 2010. Ideally I should be on book thirty but I am running a little behind. I am not too worried though. Hopefully we will have a good summer and I will be able to catch up while catching a few rays. If I clear a hundred books from the list this year I'll be more than satisfied.
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