Life After Life by Kate Atkinson took me a lot longer than usual to get into. It time hops and actually repeats the same chapters over and over again with different outcomes – all of which required more concentration than I generally have available to focus on a book. That being said, I stuck with it and ended up fully and completely enjoying it! In retrospect, I’m not calling it confusing as much as intriguing. The basic premise of the book explores how one simple decision can change history! A fascinating thought for a gal that often refers to the proverbial “fork in the road” every time I make a decision :-)
Goodreads says…
On a cold and snowy night in 1910, Ursula Todd is born, the third child of a wealthy English banker and his wife. Sadly, she dies before she can draw her first breath. On that same cold and snowy night, Ursula Todd is born, lets out a lusty wail, and embarks upon a life that will be, to say the least, unusual. For as she grows, she also dies, repeatedly, in any number of ways. Clearly history (and Kate Atkinson) have plans for her: In Ursula rests nothing less than the fate of civilization. Wildly inventive, darkly comic, startlingly poignant — this is Kate Atkinson at her absolute best, playing with time and history, telling a story that is breathtaking for both its audacity and its endless satisfactions.
Save this one for a weekend when you have time to devote to reading and concentrating on a book. It’s worth it!
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xoxo
I tried this one, but just couldn't get into it. I should have stuck with it! Glad you enjoyed it! It is certainly a highly acclaimed book.
That does sound intriguing. I usually have a hard time getting through a book that jumps around as well. Looks like you had a fab time at Haven, and can't wait to hear about all the goodies you won!!
You have thoroughly entertained us with your Haven antics and adventures! Paige ~ you are a riot and have a new, giggling follower! I can't wait to hear all the details after you get caught up…including what went on at home in The Boy's Camp! Great job, Amanda! Just love you! So glad you had such a fun, girly time that you so deserve!
Jane, SD
I have had this book on my TBR list but I think I will pass..I get so frustrated when I do not see a clear cut theme and I always want things to be resolved. I am a bit OCD.:)
And the book sounds very interesting!
Jane, SD
I just finished reading Me Before You by JO JO Moyes & it was SOOOOO GOOD!!!! A highly recommend read.
I discovered Sarah Jio because you had read Violets i in March by her. That book was not available as an ebook from the library but Morning Glory and Goodnight June were. I read Morning Glory first. It was okay so I hesitated at first to read Goodnight June. I was hooked once I read the prologue. Who gets hooked by the proglogue??? It was such a charming story. I have read 15 books since Memorial Day and Goodnight June is in my top 3, along with Rules of Civility (another recommend of yours) and The Boys In The Boat.