Thinking Out Loud Thursday - February 18, 2016

Last week we had our first ever neighbors supper club and I'm still thinking about how much I enjoyed getting together with this group of ladies.  As the evening progressed, our conversation turned to talking about books we've recently read, books we wanted to read and books people are talking about.  So you know what I'm Thinking Out Loud about today?  You guessed it -- Books!!

Lately I've been doing all my reading on my Kindle.  Reading before I go to bed is one of my favorite things to do.  The Kindle makes it so nice to be able to read without having a lamp on.  Just read until you fall asleep and the little gadget will turn off all by itself.  Love it!  Do you read on an electronic device or paper book?

I have a confession to make -- I owned my Kindle for probably a year and a half before I ever loaded a book on it.  Now I have 34587 many books just sitting there waiting for me to begin reading them.  I'm psyched about Eric and my upcoming trip to Spring Training so I will have a bit more time to do some page turning.

Today I thought I'd share some books I read long before I started blogging so I didn't have a change to share them with you.  They are oldies, but goodies.  Have you read any of them?  (The reviews are copied from other sources.)

Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet

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“A tender and satisfying novel set in a time and a place lost forever, Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet gives us a glimpse of the damage that is caused by war--not the sweeping damage of the battlefield, but the cold, cruel damage to the hearts and humanity of individual people. Especially relevant in today's world, this is a beautifully written book that will make you think. And, more importantly, it will make you feel." 

-- Garth Stein, New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Racing in the Rain

The Art of Racing in the Rain

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Praise for The Art of Racing in The Rain: 'The Art of Racing in the Rain is the perfect book for anyone who knows that some of our best friends walk beside us on four legs; that compassion isn't only for humans; and that the relationship between two souls who are meant for each other never really comes to an end. Every now and then, I'm lucky enough to read a novel I can't stop thinking about: this is one of them.' Jodi Piccoult 'The Art of Racing in The Rain has everything: love, tragedy, redemption, danger, and--best of all--the canine narrator Enzo. This old soul of a dog has much to teach to us about being human. I loved this book.' Sara Gruen, author of Water for Elephants 'The Art of Racing in the Rain takes you on an unforgettable journey through another kind of mind, through the eyes -- and nose -- of a dog. I found it fascinating.' Temple Grandin, author of Animals in Translation "I savored Garth Stein's The Art of Racing in the Rain for many reasons: a dog who speaks, the thrill of competitive racing, a heart-tugging storyline, and -- best of all -- the fact that it is a meditation on humility and hope in the face of despair. Since finishing this engagingly unique novel, I've found myself staring at my own dog, thinking, Hmm, I wonder ..." Wally Lamb, Author of She's Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True Praise for How Evan Broke His Head: "An engrossing family drama." Publishers Weekly "A powerful story!" Seattle Times "A compelling tale." Seattle Post-Intelligencer "Funny, bewitching, observant." Portland Oregonian

Same Kind of Different as Me

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Denver Moore grew up in Louisiana in the 1960's, working on a plantation as a modern-day slave. Ron Hall is an international arts dealer who moves between upscale New York galleries and celebrities. It seems unlikely that these two men would meet under normal circumstances. Until Deborah Hall, Ron's wife meets Denver and sees him through God's eyes of compassion. When Deborah is diagnosed with cancer she charges Ron with the mission of saving Denver. From this request, an extraordinary friendship forms between Denver and Ron, changing them both forever. A remarkable true story of friendship and unconditional love!

Do you have any old books on your bookshelf that you just loved?  Please share!  

So that's what I'm thinking out loud about today.  Now it's your turn!  Vanessa over at X-tremely V and I would love to hear from you.  Link up below and share with us what you're thinking out loud about today.

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