I’ve had a busier than normal week so I’m a bit behind on my reading.
Last week I read Horse by Geraldine Brooks for a book group discussion. The story plays out over two timelines (well, a third is kind of jammed in there, too). I thought the earlier section (set in 1850 - 1875) was top-notch historical fiction, but the modern-day narrative was less compelling. It wasn’t bad by any stretch, just seemed lacking somehow.
I’m currently reading The Strains of Malice by Andrew Beardmore for our indie review program. It’s fantasy-ish. It’s supposed to be set on a planet very unlike our own, but it bears a remarkable resemblance to Britain c. 1650-1700. It’s long, but it’s a fast, entertaining read. A bit on the YA side, but a nice break.
Next will be The Greek House by Dinah Jeffries for discussion here, followed by Liar’s Poker for our 1000 Books to Read Before You Die side read. BTW, anyone’s welcome to join this side read at any point (info here). We’ll be reading The Little Red Chairs by Edna O’Brien in April for discussion starting May 1, and then A Lesson Before Dying by Earnest J. Gaines in May with discussion starting June 1.
In audiobook, I’m still listening to Chain Gang All-Stars. I’m enjoying it OK but generally listen to audiobooks when I walk and I haven’t done much of that this week.