Sheila at Book Journey runs It's Monday! What Are You Reading?
Hope you've all had a great week and those of you who have been battling ill health are on the mend I've been enjoying the summer weather, reading and viewing. I reinstated the Sports' channels ( now I can watch all the cricket I want) and found I got a good deal by doing so. I dropped the Soho channel (HBO) and they told me I had an old plan while I was organising channels. So I have a bigger bite of internet now for less money!
I watched Season 3 - six episodes of The Newsroom. Loved it and sorry to see this drama go. Only reason I was paying for the Soho channel!
What I finished reading this week:
Great! Review up in a day or two
Big fan of this series!
For review in a week or so
At the moment I am reading:
Beach Girls by Luanne Rice
Dark Witch by Nora Roberts - audio
I believe there is a TV series being planned for the Dark Witch trilogy - interesting.
Up next:
The Unexpected Consequences of Love by Jill Mansell
Sea of Love by Susan Donovan
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
A TV series for the Dark Witch series? Interesting. I've enjoyed the previous adaptations of her books even though they do veer a bit to the cheesy side. I've got the Jill Mansell coming up as well and I'm really curious about the Kristin Hannah. Enjoy your reading!
ReplyDeleteYes I've watched a few of the movie adaptations but I enjoy the books more. I don't think I've read Jill Mansell before and Kristan Hannah I adore her writing!
DeleteI've been meaning to pick up the new Jill Mansell book. Hopefully soon. I hope you enjoy it and I look forward to seeing your review!
ReplyDeleteBrandie yes I am hoping to enjoy the Jill Mansell book, it's a little bit of a walk in the dark for me as I can't ever remember reading anything by her.
DeleteBeach girls by luanne rice I have not read yet. Did you know they did a mini series for that book. Kristin Hannah new book looks good, can't wait to read that.
ReplyDeleteI am loving Beach Girls and no Viki I didn't know that they made a TV mini series, just searched for it and found it, looks like from the little I read that they deviated a bit from the actual book. Yes I am really looking forward to KH's book - always a great read.
DeleteI saw the mini series and it was OK so I look forward to reading the book and see how different it is.
DeleteI'd watch it if I could track it down here, maybe on DVD somewhere, will keep a watch out for it.
DeleteOh snap! I've been watching The Newsroom as well. I recently bought S1 & 2 on DVD (though may have mentioned that in an earlier post). I'm rewatching S1 before watching S2 for the first time. I hope that S3 is then out on DVD so I can just coasting along!
ReplyDeleteYes saw it on your post! I think I will need to buy them on DVD to re watch or the library might have them. Will check.
DeleteWe all seem to be catching up on The Newsroom! I just commented on Deb's blog that I'm finishing up Season 2. Enjoy your week!
ReplyDeleteThat's so funny. Loved the show.
DeleteSometimes being able to watch your favorite sport is relaxing- and getting a good deal on channel lineups doesn't hurt! Enjoy the weather, and your reads too. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Greg, indeed as these companies make their big time money from us.
DeleteI have to find The Rosie Effect. Its everywhere and such positive responses to this book.
ReplyDeleteWorth a read for sure.
DeleteGreat books! I am interested in your review of Nightingale. That one is on my TBR.
ReplyDeleteYes The Nightingale is going to hopefully delight me as KH usually manages to do.
DeleteHave still to watch The Newsroom - no access to it either. I've only heard good things about it. One day!
ReplyDeleteWhat did you think of The Rosie Effect? I haven't been hearing great things so I doubt I'll read it, unless someone really recommends it.
There are those who have said they don't like it and those who say while slightly darker it is still very good. I actually might listen to it again to see what I might have missed! I'd certainly go and see the movie if it gets off the ground.
DeleteI still have to read the Dark Witch series, but I've had it on my wishlist for ages. Do you enjoy the series? And if they have a TV series planned, then I definitely want to read it before the TV series starts.
ReplyDeleteMy IMWAYR post.
Yes and anyway I always think the books are better!!
DeleteThe Nightingale ... what an exceptional read, I hope you think so too! I'll keep an eye out for your thoughts on Beach Girls, I think I've mentioned I've only read the one book by Luanne Rice and I wasn't a fan but Little Night was a very dark, depressing read. We've been doing lots of TV viewing while escaping the heat and humidity ... I love Chicago Fire and I'm now hooked on Scandal.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week and happy reading :)
I have high anticipation for The Nightingale. I have read a few of Luanne Rice, this is a 2004 book and its great. I really like it. I have read ones of hers that aren't quite as light though, but not the one you mention and I will steer clear of it.
DeleteWow, a tv series based on Dark Witch would be kind of cool! I would watch it if it were done well. I just mentioned on my blog today about our cable tv plan too, lol! :) Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteYes the key is - done well!
DeleteI enjoyed Dark Witch...I need to go on to the next two...later. LOL
ReplyDeleteBeach Girls looks tempting. I loved The Nightingale. Enjoy your week, and thanks for visiting my blog.
I think you'd like Beach Girls and can't wait to read The Nightingale.
DeleteLooks like a great collection of books Kathryn. I will look forward to your reviews. Enjoy your TV & Internet. It's amazing how often the deals seem to change.
ReplyDeleteYes I know - and usually it is only the new people who get the good going deal, the rest of us pay big time!
DeleteI recently won a copy of "The Rosie Effect," but I still have "The Rosie Project" sitting on my Kindle. I'd better get to it!
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy them both.
DeleteSounds like you had a great week viewing and reading-wise. I hope they do make a film version of the Dark Witch trilogy--especially if they shoot it at Ashford Castle in County Mayo, which is a gorgeous site.
ReplyDeleteYes, the scenery alone would make it worth the watch, I agree.
DeleteI like J. D. Robb (isn't she also Nora Roberts?), but I have to read the "in death" books in order. I guess that's my OCD! Just kidding, but I do like to read series in order. I also like Kristin Hannah, just not sure which book to go to next.
ReplyDeleteThe In Death ones I would sure read in order. Pretty OCD myself!
DeleteI watched the first season of The Newsroom when we subscribed, and hope to catch up on it soon. I check my Marie Force book and I have the first book in the Fatal series. I am excited to read it. I've got to read the Nora Roberts series.
ReplyDeleteGreat so good that its the first of The Fatal series. Doing a happy dance!!
DeleteI just got an ARC of Nora Robert's newest The Liar (due in April). I've seen The Newsroom mentioned a lot lately but I'm not familiar with it, I'll have to check it out. I'm current watching Veronica Mars thanks to Amazon Prime.
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday!
Shelleyrae @ Book'd Out
I got turned down for The Liar, but never mind can set it aside to listen on audio perhaps. Will wait for the reviews. I've never explored Amazon Prime, must look at it, just assumed wasn't an option!
DeleteOoo, I hope they do make a TV series based on the Dark Witch trilogy. I'd watch that!
ReplyDeleteIt's summer??? O>O Where are you located, Australia? :P Haha, can't wait to hear what you think of Dark Witch!
ReplyDeleteSarah just below Australia! New Zealand - about 3 hours flight to Australia away. Just finished Dark Witch ( audio) and enjoyed it - fairly typical kind of magical book by Nora R. But very good recreational listening so thumbs up to it.
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