With all the travels, it's been a slow reading month, however, I am thoroughly enjoying Humpback Highway. As did my husband. It's science (and Marine Biology) but in a chatty, interesting and accessible way. I think even teens would find it interesting and at their level. I ended up with a burning question so shot it to the author who responded. You can tell she loves whales, and shares her love with her readers. Her genuine interest is contagious, so it's a delight to read. Great book!
Note she just won an award - congratulations!
Another New Zealand author I listened to was Katherine Mansfield. This is a collection of short stories (read by Dame Peggy Ashcroft) and it was funny and entertaining, more modern (feeling) than I expected. I really enjoyed it.
I really loved Station Eleven, and while initially it took me a bit of time to get into it, I found this fun and entertaining as the story arc wound in on itself. I thought I'd give her new book a try soon to, when I get the chance.
So very short on the reading this month but a lot of interesting genres and writing styles. What's been on your bookshelf this month?
Good book list … I’ve always liked Katherine Mansfield. I visited her house in Wellington, did you?
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What a lovely exchange with an author. That is a fun fact!
ReplyDeleteGreat reviews and books. I am adding the mystery to my reading list.
ReplyDeleteTake care, have a great day and a happy new week!
Humpback Highway is a book that I should share with my naturalist book club. It might make a good read for the group.
ReplyDeleteI think you did well, combining books and travels this month!
Interesting choice of books. I have trouble committing to a book (I prefer shorter stories, like those in magazines or the web) but I do from time to time. Recently I read an old book that was made into a movie in the 1991 starring Barbara Streisand and Nick Nolte. Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy
ReplyDeleteYou've given me some books to look into. I do love Ngaio March and believe I've read all her books, available at our library anyway.
ReplyDeleteYour books sounds interesting, especially A Man Lay Dead. Hope you have a nice week.
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I've read a few Ngaio Marsh books over the years, they are pretty good for their time.
ReplyDeleteThe beauty of being able to reach the author via social media. Interesting fact. I want to go and see the Katherine Mansfield house in Wellington. I have been saying that for awhile. I must do it this summer.
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely going to look into Humpback Highway-- that sounds like a perfect high school supplement to a marine biology text I'm thinking of implementing next year!
ReplyDeleteInteresting books on your list. I hope you enjoy them. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteHow great that Dr. Pirotta answered your (interesting) question!
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Katherine Mansfield led a sadly short life but a creative one. Nice to leave at least a legacy!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that - I'll read up about her...
DeleteI love to read so I'll try to find some of these books. I read mostly mysteries and read a few James Patterson books this month. Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteOn your recommendation I've just picked up Humpback Highway from the library. Ngaio Marsh is also on my list. Thanks for linking up.
ReplyDeleteHi Lydia, I'm definitely going to read Humpback Highway. As for your NZ books I don't think I have read any books by NZ authors so I need to change this. Thanks for sharing and linking up to #WOYBS? and have a lovely weekend. Sue x
ReplyDeleteEmily St. John Mandell's family are close friends with good friends of mine. They gifted me The Glass Hotel and I loved it. I will now look for her other books, including Sea of Tranquility. Great reading list!
ReplyDeleteRead Station Eleven. It's really, really good!
DeleteA great selection of books Lydia! I enjoyed Station Eleven too so might try the Sea of Tranquility. Thanks for linking up with us for #WOYBS
ReplyDeleteSo cool that you were able to have a conversation with the author about her Humpback whale book. It’s a real gift to make science relatable. I’m adding her book to my TBR list.
ReplyDeleteI've not heard of these. They sound interesting. REally late getting around to commenting.
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