Sunbursts or Marble Halls: What else is there left to do?

Books I have read recently

Shirley by Charlotte Bronte — I'm reading a giant biography of the Brontes "Wild Genius on the Moors" By Juliet Barker (amazing!! but I'll post on that when I finish) So I'm reading each novel as it's discussed in the book. I loved Shirley. I have to agree with the critics that it is a slow painful start and it does take about 150 pages till we meet the title character Shirley. But besides that, it is so well written. Caroline Helstone’s angst is beautiful and poignant. And knowing that the last third of the book was written after Emily & Anne died explains so much about the change in the book. Charlotte likes to fix her world by writing about it and in her version the sick heroine recovers where her sisters did not. I definitely recommend Shirley for the Bronte fan. Don’t skip it.
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas --- It took me a couple chapters to really dive in but after that I was in love. I had read somewhere that it was based on Beauty & the Beast, which is great. What I did not know is that it is a retelling of one of my favorite fairytales: East of the Sun, West of the Moon!!! What a treat when I discovered that. I love that story. It's whimsical and the girl saves the day which I love love love. Sarah does a beautiful job of it and I can't wait for the next one!!
Miss Buncle’s Book by D. E. Stevenson —What a little treat. My mom gave these books to me for my birthday and there are so much fun. It’s a light easy read and it made me chuckle.
Shadow Study by Maria V. Snyder— I adore her soul finder books. I’ve been reading them for years. She builds beautiful strong women and sweeping romance. Her magic system is unique and I want to live in her world.
The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr and E. B. White — A must read for every writer. Thanks to Stephen King for the recommendation. It has all those little things that I had questions about and answered them quickly and succinctly. It’s not the funnest read but it’s helpful.
Click of Titles to go to the book's Amazon page

Sunday, December 23, 2007

What else is there left to do?

I have finally beaten Kingdom Hearts II.... Spent a good bit of my life on it. Wow is right. Words can't quite express it. Yes, I'm a dork. But it really was the greatest game ever. (sorry Matt it was better then Zelda) Let me recap my journey.

The end. I am the champion.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...: this is fantastic..

great accomplishment..

you should probably celebrate.

:); December 24, 2007 at 7:57 AM
Anonymous said...: megan, video games are the devil and that is all i have to say about that. I still love you though. Come visit. I miss you. Its almost over meg. Almost. Feels weird doesnt it?...........
Merry Christmas dearest.; December 24, 2007 at 9:23 PM
Brittnee said...: Im impressed. Name your child kari.; December 25, 2007 at 12:08 AM
Megan Erin Allen said...: Kairi is s good name. I'm considering it. Video games are only the devil when boys are involved. I love you dear.; December 25, 2007 at 8:05 PM