- Did you manage to finish all 10/15/20 books? If not, what kept you from completing the challenge? I’ve read 21 books, albeit missed three from the original list.
- Of all the books you read this summer, which one(s) was/were your favorite and why?
Did you DNF any? Why? I’ve always liked nonfiction, so no surprise my favorite was Lincoln’s Lady Spymaster about wealthy Southern belle Elizabeth Van Lew, who spied for Abraham Lincoln and the Union. I didn’t finished Normal People, wasn’t able to renewed it, apparently the book is still in-demand. - Which book surprised you the most, either by being better or worse than you expected? I was disappointed with Gentleman in Moscow. Yes it was moving and entertaining read, but more of a fairy tale. The protagonist doesn’t have any of the cultural characteristics or mannerisms of that age. Towle’s portrayal feels out of place, it’s largely lacking in knowledge of customs.
- Did you notice any patterns in the genres you chose or enjoyed this summer? I’ve incorporated three different challenges in my book list, unfortunately most of them didn’t fit bingo prompts. A few books had a tourist vibe, which I’ve enjoyed.
- Which one had the best cover?
6. Which one was the longest? – The Eustace Diamonds by Anthony Trollope, over 10 hours audiobook
And the shortest? – Summer by Edith Wharton, 127 pages
7. Did you read them mostly in print? ebook? audio? 14 books in print, five audiobooks, and two ebooks
8. Imagine you’re hosting a “20 Books of Summer” book club wrap party. Which book would you nominate as the guest of honor, and what kind of toast or speech would you give celebrating it? I’m a very introverted person, no way I would volunteer to be a toastmaster. But regarding a nominee I’d opt for The Homecoming of Samuel Lake. If you start reading Jenny Wingfield’s novel, you won’t be able to stop. This gripping tale is all you will want to read while lying on the grass and enjoying the end of summer.
9. Looking back at all the characters you met over the summer, which one would you want as a summer buddy for a weekend getaway, and what activity would you do together? I’d love to go on a literary road trip with Rick Bass, and visit his mentors. Meeting writers and cooking dinners, what could be better than this.
link here , my list here
