Finished #26

I finished squirrel seeks chipmunk today.  I found some of the stories in this book really funny.  I'm a huge Sedaris fan, so I love his humor.  I think he did a really good job picking the perfect animal to fit the theme of each short story.  This could have easily been a one day read if I wasn't so busy crushing candy.

Next up is Great House by Nicole Krauss.  I saw it on the recommended shelf at the library yesterday and don't really know what it is about.

Finished #25

I just finished Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See.  I know I haven't read this book before, but half way through it started sounding really familiar.  I've either seen part of the movie or read a book that was similar.  Anyway, I thought this was a sad and beautiful story of friendship.  I can't even imagine what it would have been like to be a woman in China during the foot binding/women are worthless time period.  How sad to not be able to love a daughter as much as a son and to not even know your husband and possibly never see your family again.  So many sad parts in this book, but I was pleasantly surprised in the ending.

Now reading:  squirrel seeks chipmunk by David Sedaris

Finished #24

It took me awhile, but I finally finished Under This Unbroken Sky by Shandi Mitchell.  This book was so sad.  Every time I thought things were turning around for the families, something else horrible would happen.  I do agree with Lindsey that this book was beautifully written.  I could associate with the feelings of all the different family members.

Up next is Snowflower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See.