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Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 27, 2024 by bseat

I will back next week with my annual year end book review! Until then I hope that you are enjoying time with family and friends and have received several books that you are excited to read! Happy Holidays!

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Christmas Books for Toddlers

Posted on December 20, 2024 by bseat

It is almost Christmas! As I get older time seems to pass by more quickly, doesn’t it? I thought I would share some of the books I am planning to buy for my grandson who is now almost two and … Continue reading →

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The Eyes of the Queen by Oliver Clements

Posted on December 13, 2024 by bseat

I have to say that I tend to like historical fiction and novels about spies. So if you combine the two? Well let’s just say I was all over this series as soon as I found about it! John Dee … Continue reading →

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Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell

Posted on December 6, 2024 by bseat

I almost didn’t read this book because it seemed like it was one of those “young girl gets kidnapped” books which I find too gut wrenching and impossible to read. But this has a very different twist to that genre … Continue reading →

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A Book Wish List

Posted on November 29, 2024 by bseat

 So it is Black Friday and it is that time of year to start creating your wish list for the holidays. I have been reviewing a few different book lists- the Washington Post, The NY Times, and some from vloggers … Continue reading →

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Conclave by Robert Harris

Posted on November 22, 2024 by bseat

While looking through all the books that Harris has written about Italy and Rome, I came across this book about the Vatican and the process for choosing a new Pope. I was intrigued because it was set not in the … Continue reading →

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Imperium, Conspirata and Dictator by Robert Harris vs. Two for the Lions by Lindsey Davis: A Comparison

Posted on November 15, 2024 by bseat

While traveling in Italy I read about its history by reading novels by Robert Harris and Lindsey Davis. I learned a lot from each of these authors and am grateful to have had access to their insight and the massive … Continue reading →

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The Waiting by Michael Connelly

Posted on November 8, 2024 by bseat

I can never sleep on planes. So if I have a long distance flight-more than four to six hours- it is essential to have book that can keep my interest! Recently on my return flight from Italy, I began reading … Continue reading →

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Books to Read Before or While Traveling in Italy

Posted on October 25, 2024 by bseat

Here are a few of the books I have read or plan to read while traveling in Italy. Robert Harris is always a go to author when I want to read about ancient Rome. His Ancient Rome Trilogy is recognized … Continue reading →

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The Venice Sketchbook by Rhys Bowen

Posted on October 18, 2024 by bseat

I always like to read novels about the places I am going to visit. When you read this I will be traveling in Italy and will have just spent three days in Venice. Bowen’s book, with its rich details of … Continue reading →

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