I've not read as many books this year as I'd like and my reading has been more fiction. Some standouts this year include "Fairy Tale" by Stephen King. The language is tough, but the story is gripping. I've read a couple of more books by Louise Penny, the latest being "A Fatal Grace". These are cozy mysteries set in a village in Canada. I say "cozy", but how cozy can murder really be? I love escaping into fantasy stories and Kate Forsyth has a series I really love about a world that mirrors the Scottish highlands that follows a coven of witches and their struggle to reclaim their country.
I'm adding some of your recommendations to my list. I read some of the Sue Grafton books when I was in college and enjoyed them. Maybe it's time I revisit her works. Thanks for the post. I always enjoy reading your thoughts.
As a long time Stephen King reader (the early years), like Koontz, the stories are so rich and detailed and involving, but I'm often left a bit disappointed with the ending. I don't think I could do better, though. One of my friends is a huge Louise Penny fan and I do want to read some of hers. One of her books is on Amazon Prime now as a series - The Three Pines. We have been enjoying that. Thanks for reading and responding Bart!
I love Sue Grafton novels. I am sad she passed before z. I have been reading books suggested by P. Mead and B. Valentine-- let’s see--where is God when it hurts and disappointment with Gos by Yancy. The Bible and the ballot box by Tremper longman 3, God at War by Boyd, embracing creation by hicks and Valentine. I also read the in death series from JD Robb (Nora Robert’s). Probably my biggest acquisition of knowledge this year is either OSHC lessons and tons and tons of podcasts.
I will most likely look for some of your suggestions. Which one do you think is the best?
Yancy is always superb. God at War has for too long been on my TBR shelf.
Choosing my favorite is hard... nonfiction ... If I'm looking at a shelf and it has Henri Nouwen or Brennan Manning on it, I'll probably reach for those first.
I’d say God at War is a great but difficult read. I went back and found Patrick’s series on fourth Avenue coc to ensure I was getting it. It has been life changing in many ways.
Second half of reading in2022--Beth Allison Barr the making. Of biblical womanhood, Katelyn Beaty Celebrities for Jesus--truly enlightening. Kristen Kobe’s DuMez--Jesus and John Wayne. Diane Langeberg Suffering and the heart of God. Inspired by Rachel Held Evans and the light we carry by Michelle Obama. What happened to you? Oprah Winfrey last but not least I just started church called tov by Scott McKnight and Laura Barringer.
I go through periods of time where I can’t get enough information in my head. I don’t know how to explain it. Fortunately, Bobby v has an incredible amount of writing on his blog. I think my favorite read this year or maybe I would say what was most helpful--Diane Langberg and suffering and the heart of God.
I've not read as many books this year as I'd like and my reading has been more fiction. Some standouts this year include "Fairy Tale" by Stephen King. The language is tough, but the story is gripping. I've read a couple of more books by Louise Penny, the latest being "A Fatal Grace". These are cozy mysteries set in a village in Canada. I say "cozy", but how cozy can murder really be? I love escaping into fantasy stories and Kate Forsyth has a series I really love about a world that mirrors the Scottish highlands that follows a coven of witches and their struggle to reclaim their country.
I'm adding some of your recommendations to my list. I read some of the Sue Grafton books when I was in college and enjoyed them. Maybe it's time I revisit her works. Thanks for the post. I always enjoy reading your thoughts.
As a long time Stephen King reader (the early years), like Koontz, the stories are so rich and detailed and involving, but I'm often left a bit disappointed with the ending. I don't think I could do better, though. One of my friends is a huge Louise Penny fan and I do want to read some of hers. One of her books is on Amazon Prime now as a series - The Three Pines. We have been enjoying that. Thanks for reading and responding Bart!
I love Sue Grafton novels. I am sad she passed before z. I have been reading books suggested by P. Mead and B. Valentine-- let’s see--where is God when it hurts and disappointment with Gos by Yancy. The Bible and the ballot box by Tremper longman 3, God at War by Boyd, embracing creation by hicks and Valentine. I also read the in death series from JD Robb (Nora Robert’s). Probably my biggest acquisition of knowledge this year is either OSHC lessons and tons and tons of podcasts.
I will most likely look for some of your suggestions. Which one do you think is the best?
Happy New Year b
Yancy is always superb. God at War has for too long been on my TBR shelf.
Choosing my favorite is hard... nonfiction ... If I'm looking at a shelf and it has Henri Nouwen or Brennan Manning on it, I'll probably reach for those first.
I like Nouwen as well. I have read manning, but I think I need a review.
I’d say God at War is a great but difficult read. I went back and found Patrick’s series on fourth Avenue coc to ensure I was getting it. It has been life changing in many ways.
Second half of reading in2022--Beth Allison Barr the making. Of biblical womanhood, Katelyn Beaty Celebrities for Jesus--truly enlightening. Kristen Kobe’s DuMez--Jesus and John Wayne. Diane Langeberg Suffering and the heart of God. Inspired by Rachel Held Evans and the light we carry by Michelle Obama. What happened to you? Oprah Winfrey last but not least I just started church called tov by Scott McKnight and Laura Barringer.
Just a few.
Lots of good brain-food there! Enjoy!
I go through periods of time where I can’t get enough information in my head. I don’t know how to explain it. Fortunately, Bobby v has an incredible amount of writing on his blog. I think my favorite read this year or maybe I would say what was most helpful--Diane Langberg and suffering and the heart of God.