I'm glad it's Friday - weekend, yay!
On Fridays we link up with other book people and grow our TBR lists.
BookBeginnings, hosted by Rose City Reader, and The Friday 56 - hosted by Freda’s Voice are where you'll find them. Both involve sharing excerpts from a current book - the beginning and - you guessed it - page 56.
On Fridays we link up with other book people and grow our TBR lists.
BookBeginnings, hosted by Rose City Reader, and The Friday 56 - hosted by Freda’s Voice are where you'll find them. Both involve sharing excerpts from a current book - the beginning and - you guessed it - page 56.
My book this week is
Faithful by Alice Hofmann
The opening quote is also a favourite of mine, and I nearly shared that instead. It's Leonard Cohen -
Ring the bells that still can ring Forget your perfect offering There is a crack in everything That’s how the light gets in.
I love that striking cover, but the one I read looks like the one below - which is even prettier in real life. Which is your favourite?
This is the story of Shelby, a horrific car accident which affects her forever, and her slow progress back to reality. It's brave, gut-wrenching, but ultimately full of love and hope. And dogs. Of course, dogs.
I loved this book. My review will go up later (read here), but I'm really glad I read this one.
Happy reading everyone.
Both covers are good. I like the second one better. Uh oh. Don't look any of those dogs in the eye. You'll never be able to walk away. LOL
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This sounds like a terrific read. The candles in bags remind me of the luminarias we put out here during the holidays.
ReplyDeleteThe Leonard Cohen quote is so appropriate.
I loved this one, too! My read had that first cover....but I like the second one, too. An unforgettable story! Thanks for sharing...and for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteI've heard of this book but haven't read it. Since the author describes this section of road, I'm wondering what happens here. I'd keep reading to find out. The 56 appeals to me. I'm guessing the character goes home with a dog!
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Sandy @ Writing With a Texas Twang
Like both covers! I want to read this one regardless. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteI like both covers but the first one is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked it! :)
ReplyDeleteLauren @ Always Me
I've never read anything by Hoffman before but I have this on my TBR this year because I've heard such wonderful things about it. I hope you're enjoying it!
ReplyDeleteWhat, no pets? Unfathomable! Glad to hear it looks like the protagonist changes her mind.
ReplyDeleteWow both the beginning and the 56 really draw you in. I don't think I've heard of any books by Hoffman, I can't wait for your review!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by and sharing!
Love the covers.
ReplyDeleteENJOY, and thanks for sharing.
Elizabeth
Silver's Reviews
My Book Beginnings