Comments on: Books I recommend – December 2015

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 18:35:57 +0000

There were parts in Americanah that I didn’t like too—would be interesting to swap notes with what you daughter didn’t like as well. 🙂 I’ll have to look into “All the Living”. Thanks for mentioning it.

I’m on the 4th and last book now of The Giver series and it’s finally all coming together—I love when that happens! 🙂 Happy New Year to you and yours, Susan!

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 18:33:28 +0000

In reply to Jean Wise. I think you would like Awe, Jean. Except for the repetitive parts. :) I've been reading Tripp's books for years, so I knew that was coming, but it's worth wading through anyway.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 18:32:03 +0000

In reply to Sharon. Yes, I am definitely an eclectic reader. :) It helps me to have a variety of genres to pick from. I’ve been saving my fiction books for my late night and middle of the night readings. (Not sure if that’s helpful or not, but I’m enjoying it! ha.) Hope you enjoy your new devotional. I’ve read Hind’s Feet several times and gain from it each time. I so relate to the main character and her fears. Happy New Year to you and your family, Sharon!

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 18:29:52 +0000

In reply to floyd. I’d rather you keep working on your own manuscript than read more books from others—because one day I want to be reading YOUR book, Floyd! (And I’m old enough to catch the Alice joke right off. :)) Happy New Year to you and yours!

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 18:28:42 +0000

In reply to Linda Stoll. I’m glad you were gifted “Every Little Thing”! I’m sure you’ll love it as much as I did. It’s even more precious to me knowing a book is from a fellow-blogger too. Happy New Year, Linda! Fresh starts and new beginnings are such gifts.

By: Susan

Susan — Fri, 01 Jan 2016 15:53:46 +0000

I like the idea of your top 10 books for the year! My college freshman daughter read “Americanah” for an honors seminar this fall and did not like it at all. Interesting how different people view different books! The one from that class she loved was “All the Living” — I read and loved it as well. As a “Giver” fan, I’ll have to check out the Lowry book. As always, our tastes in books are quite similar and many on this list intrigue me. Happy 2016 to you!

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Thu, 31 Dec 2015 01:05:03 +0000

Such a great list. I will have to check out AWE – that sounds like something I would like. I love how you write up the synopsis of each book. clear, concise, and inspirational! Thanks, Lisa

By: Sharon

Sharon — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 19:07:50 +0000

One of the things I appreciate most about your book lists, Lisa, is that you are a very eclectic reader! I tend to get caught up in a genre, and read book after book (currently on a historical mystery jag right now). There’s nothing really wrong with that, but I like your insights on books that might widen my world!

My sister just gave me a devotional on Hind’s Feet on High Places. It contains the story, with devotional thoughts and writing prompts throughout. Do you know that I have never read this classic?! I am looking forward to it very much.

And, I’m continuing to look to you to add some *flavor* to my reading!!

GOD BLESS!

Happy New Year!

By: floyd

floyd — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 17:02:58 +0000

I’m in the presence of reading greatness! I haven’t sniffed a book in months. I’m struggling to find any sliver of time to work on my current manuscript… but one of these days, Alice! (No I haven’t completely lost my mind, I know your name, this is Honeymooner humor).

You certainly have a gift for a condensed summary of books, Lisa. Yes, I’d officially add that to your list.

Happy New Year, sister! I pray blessings upon your ministries and family.

By: Linda Stoll

Linda Stoll — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 14:20:03 +0000

The 6 adults in our family drew names for Christmas giving this year and 1 dear son-in-law gave me Every Little Thing which is waiting patiently on the little blue footstool to be picked up and savored.

And you already know how I feel about Brene!

Sweetest new year’s blessings to you, friend. What a gift you’ve been to me this year. Grateful I am …

Hugs.