Twitterature: 2014 reading update

Hey, guys! I'm trying a different approach to posting my reading reviews: Twitterature (inspired by Modern Mrs. Darcy).I've been on a reading streak this year and am already past the halfway point for my annual goal. Without further ado, I present my book reviews in Tweet form, complete with hashtags. #obviously

Catching Fire, Suzanne Collins
4 stars, Another reread during the holidays and just as enjoyable as the first time around. I wouldn't recommend this series to anyone under 15 years old. #girlonfire

Lexicon, Max Berry
3 stars, An interesting thriller and look at language. It kept me reading, though in the end, it's unmemorable. #meh

The Happiness Project, Gretchen Rubin
3 stars, An intriguing enough idea, the author tackles a list of resolutions throughout the year. Her methodology provoked some ideas for improving my own life, though I found her tone to be too didactic at parts. #selfimprovement

Alice's Tulips, Sandra Dallas
4 stars, A reread done audiobook style. This is a story that made me want to keep listening and made doing the dishes far more entertaining. Listening to the letter format was a little weird at first, but I adjusted and thoroughly enjoyed this story. #easylistening

Inferno, Dan Brown
3 stars, Another audiobook. Brown's books make me roll my eyes while I keep reading/listening to another chapter. While the Langdon books are formulaic, something should be said for a story that makes me want to keep listening. #poplit

Women and the Priesthood, Sheri L. Dew
5 stars, A book for Mormon women. This book tackles the current women-priesthood issue with grace and directness. Dew draws on scripture to help the reader understand priesthood doctrine. I came away with a much greater understanding of how women fit and contribute to God's work. #requiredmormonreading

The Stand, Stephen King
5 stars, My first King novel didn't disappoint. I loved the complex characters and the epic nature of the book. I still think about it months after I finished. A beast of a book, the 1000 pages are compelling, dark, and inspiring. #apocolypse #athinker

Blackmoore, Julianne Donaldson
4 stars, Surprisingly enjoyable chick-lit. A romance that doesn't go the way you expect and keeps you entertained and engaged with the characters. #twothumbsup #beachread

The Rosie Project, Graeme Simsion
4 stars, Completely, thoroughly, unequivocally delightful. I loved every moment. One of the funniest, sweetest, most entertaining books I've read. #fastandfun

My Name Is Resolute, Nancy E. Turner
4 stars, Historical fiction that started out slow and grew more engaging for me the further I read. Not as good as my favorite Turner book but a good read all the same. #longandgood

The Persian Pickle Club, Sandra Dallas
4 stars, Another audio reread. Easy listening, likable characters, intriguing plot. I always enjoy books that have to do with sewing and textiles, and this book was especially delightful for that reason. #sewingnerd #mystery

Blackout, Connie Willis
3 stars, Another audiobook. I took a while to get into the story, and that may be because I listened to it. Dealing with time travel between 2060 and WWII, this book demands your attention or you lose track of the story. #timetravel

Eleanor & Park, Rainbow Rowell
4 stars, A sweet and melancholy book about first loves. Reading about Eleanor and Park's romance sometimes made me uncomfortable only because I felt like I was intruding on something very personal. Reminds you of what it's like to be a teenager. #heartache #goreadit #YAlit

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