Julie’s Comments (group member since Jan 12, 2016)

Julie’s comments from the Book-A-Holics, Not So Anonymous group.

Hi guys! I've been off my reading for a week or so....been sewing baby supplies for a co-worker. I have read The Help, but wouldn't mind revisiting it. I couldn't get into it the last time I read it. I went and saw the movie and called it good. I am always drawn to historical (fiction or otherwise) so the one Bridgett posted looks good as well. (The Remnants). Have a blessed Easter!!

(SPOILER ALERT) I have finished "All The Bright Places." What a beautiful, tender, and sad story. I expected teenage angst, I was pleasantly surprised by how truly real this story is. I work at a public school, and have lost students to car accidents, and to suicide. I have seen the sadness and emptiness in the eyes of the friends and siblings left behind. I cried as I finished this book, and felt the shortness of breath that Violet felt as she finished up their wanderings.

Absolutely!! I have to get used to checking these message boards. I'm afraid I'm not very good at finding all the new posts. I am next in line on the library wait list, so I'm all set!!

I think this choice sounds great! I'll try harder to chime in at the end of the month, for April!! :)

The description sounds a bit like "A Man Called Ove"....where he's always trying to find ways to die, but keeps finding necessary good deeds that are more important! Can't wait to start it.

A little late to the table as usual, but I'm good with whatever you ladies choose!! I'll check out All the Bright Places right along with you!! Have a great week :)

I read this book in one evening, and enjoyed it despite its genre being one I wouldn't normally read!! I am thankful for book clubs for this reason, they encourage me to broaden my typical reading scope.

I am sorry I missed this discussion ladies!! I will see a thread once, and then not remember where I saw it, and I lose track. :( I have picked up February's book. Definitely going to be a stretch for me, but off we go!!! Happy reading. :)

I enjoyed this book! I liked getting to know and understand the characters, and especially enjoyed the ending. The twists in the story were just enough to keep me reading, as I read it in just three sittings.

Julie wrote: "Oh jeepers Kathy! I didn't even see your note about finding a book with snow on it (duh Julie). Anyway, here you go.....there is snow on the ground on this cover


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I realize this is an old post, but I recognized the cover of a book I just picked up. Did you read this? (Sing you Home), and what did you think of it?

I am finding it interesting and enjoyable. At 55%, and am eager to see how it all ties together! Love the characters.

Read the first half in just a couple of evenings. I am curious about how it will all tie together, and am enjoying the story. Also enjoying the symbolism so far....the house that is slowly falling into the ocean. Interesting.

Hello Book-a-holics! I looked and looked for a group that was adult, and simply loves to read and discuss good books. I knew I was on the right page when I checked this group and "ta-da!!" the book I am currently reading is also your current selection.
My name is Julie, and I live in western Michigan, along the shores of Lake Michigan. I work at the local middle school with students who have physical or cognitive impairments. I find the work difficult and rewarding. Thus....reading is my outlet. I hope I can find some fellow avid readers here, who love discussing what we've read.