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Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Book recommendations and a Giveaway

These are the wonderful recommendations I have received so far from Monday's Giveaway. Some I have heard of, others are already in my want-to-read list or have been read, and for others this is the first time hearing about them. Thank you all for sharing your favorite books with me. I can't wait to get started reading some of these.

Septimus Heap series by Angie Sage and Mark Zug
Nights in Rodanthe by Nicholas Sparks
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen
Sisters of Misery by Megan Kelley Hall
The Magicians and Mrs. Quent by Galen M. Beckett
The Negotiator Trilogy by C.E. Murphy
An Elegant Gathering of White Snows by Kris Radish
Joe Pickett series by CJ Box
Me & Emma by Elizabeth Flock
The Stolen Child by Keith Donohue
Heartburn by Nora Ephron
Twilight Series by Stephenie Meyer
Just One of the Guys by Kristan Higgins
Roanoke by Lee Miller.
Happy Hour at Casa Dracula by Marta Acosta
Phenomenal Girl Five by A.J. Menden
The Gargoyle by Andrew Davidson
Uglies series by Scott Westerfeld
ANYTHING by John Green
The Host by Stephanie Meyer
The Tenderness of Wolves by Stef Penney
Practical Demon-Keeping or The Stupidest Angel by Christopher Moore
The Killing Jar by Nicola Monaghan


So, how about another Giveaway?

I have another book for you.

The Gifted Gabaldón Sisters by Lorraine López




I got the book as a gift from my "Boo Buddy" on Friday at work and a surprise copy came in the mail on Monday as one of my prizes from Jen. So, I have two copies. One copy can be yours.

Do you want it?

To enter leave a comment. For an extra entry, "Follow My Blog". That's it! Easy.
You have until midnight (CST) on Friday, November 7th.
Winner will be announced over the weekend.


Contest closed. Winners announced here.

56 comments:

  1. JenniferNovember 5, 2008 at 5:45 AM

    Please enter me, as I have been wanting to read this book.

    I like your recommended reading list.

    I am following your blog as well.

    knittingmomof3 AT gmail DOT com

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  2. Shelly BNovember 5, 2008 at 6:35 AM

    I have been trying to get this book...thanks for offering it!

    shelcowsATgmailDOTcom

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  3. AnnaNovember 5, 2008 at 7:28 AM

    I'd love to be entered! I've heard great things about this book! Thanks for the giveaway. I'm already a follower! ;)

    --Anna
    Diary of an Eccentric
    diaryofaneccentric[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  4. NicoleNovember 5, 2008 at 7:31 AM

    This looks like a good book. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  5. Mom of 5 BoysNovember 5, 2008 at 8:01 AM

    I'd love to read this one. Thanks for the chance!

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  6. WendiNovember 5, 2008 at 8:04 AM

    Hi Mari, Thanks for the chance to win this book! I had requested it, but it never showed up - it looks like a lot of fun, kind of reminds me of the tv series Charmed. :)

    I'm now a follower here and on the knitting site (I love to knit and crochet, and am trying to find a project for the yarn I've spun on my old spinning wheel!)

    Take care ~ Wendi
    wbarker (at) hotmail.com

    Wendi's Book Corner

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  7. Wendy aka MisswendikiNovember 5, 2008 at 8:08 AM

    I'd love to win this!
    Thanks for compiling the list of suggestions from the last contest. So many great suggestions in one place!

    Oh, and I'm subscribed to your blog with Bloglines.

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  8. photoquestNovember 5, 2008 at 8:12 AM

    What a wonderful list of books! I would love to have my name in your drawing for this book, thanks
    photoquest(at)bellsouth(dot)net

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  9. Mia J.November 5, 2008 at 9:00 AM

    This sounds like a good book. Please enter me.

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  10. UnknownNovember 5, 2008 at 9:13 AM

    I have heard really good things about "The Gifted Gabaldon Sisters" and I'd love to be entered for it thanks! And I like your list, there is alot of good books on it!

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  11. TiNovember 5, 2008 at 9:18 AM

    I would love to win this one. Thanks!

    thereedfamily[at]sbcglobal[dot]net

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  12. Michelle Olsen SasakNovember 5, 2008 at 9:35 AM

    I've heard great things about this book. I'd love to read it. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  13. Nise' November 5, 2008 at 10:14 AM

    Some good recommendations! Thank you for another opportunity to win a book!

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  14. Tracy DeLucaNovember 5, 2008 at 11:01 AM

    Sounds like an interesting read! Please enter me!

    I also am a follower!

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  15. AnonymousNovember 5, 2008 at 11:10 AM

    I have been wanting to read this book and would like to be entered in your drawing giveaway. I'm going to take a look at some of the books on your list now. Thanks for giveaway.

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  16. UnknownNovember 5, 2008 at 11:58 AM

    Thanks for the list, I'm copying it down for my own reference!

    Please count me in for the giveaway!
    frog123 (at) cyipcom (dot) net

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  17. AnonymousNovember 5, 2008 at 12:16 PM

    Sounds like a great book, count me in!

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  18. SunnyNovember 5, 2008 at 12:25 PM

    I've heard about this book but haven't read it yet. Sounds interesting!

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  19. KayeNovember 5, 2008 at 12:38 PM

    This one has been on my wish list for a while
    enter me in the contest please
    florida982002@yahoo dot com

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  20. DebbieNovember 5, 2008 at 12:39 PM

    This is on my TBR list too! Thanks for the chance.

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  21. UnknownNovember 5, 2008 at 3:46 PM

    I have a bit of a soft spot for the Magical Realism genre, especially where it pertains to sisters. I'd love to be entered into the drawing.

    boldnessbe(at)gmail(dot)com

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  22. windycindyNovember 5, 2008 at 5:31 PM

    I want to read about each "gift" the sisters are given by their caretaker. It seems there is a good and bad side to each of their gifts. Please enter me in your drawing. Many thanks, Cindi
    jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  23. MeredithNovember 5, 2008 at 5:47 PM

    Hahaha, "boo buddy". That is so cute! I would like to read this book, it sounds really good.

    ~Meredith F.
    rosesaremyfavorite at hotmail dot com

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  24. Belladonna1975November 5, 2008 at 7:43 PM

    I would love to win this book! Thanks

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  25. AnonymousNovember 5, 2008 at 8:36 PM

    I would love to be entered! I am also a follower!!
    luckistarr4 AT gmail DOT com

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  26. Brimful CuriositiesNovember 5, 2008 at 9:16 PM

    Please enter me. I'd really like to read this book. Thanks!

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  27. Beth KephartNovember 6, 2008 at 1:25 AM

    An Elegant Gathering of White Snows.

    What a gorgeous, gorgeous name for a book. If you find it and read it, will you let me know?

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  28. AnonymousNovember 6, 2008 at 3:34 AM

    I'd like to read this book.
    -Terra
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  29. mom2boysNovember 6, 2008 at 4:55 AM

    My friend was telling me this is a great book. I would love to get my own copy. Thanks for the giveaway!

    hottmomma_03@yahoo dot com

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  30. Sue A.November 6, 2008 at 5:14 AM

    Count me in too! There's great buzz about this one!

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  31. MarieNovember 6, 2008 at 10:49 AM

    I've been hearing a lot about this book and would love to read it!

    vmlay@artsci.wustl.edu

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  32. Molly C.November 6, 2008 at 11:19 AM

    Would love to take a copy off your hands. :D

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  33. AnonymousNovember 6, 2008 at 12:51 PM

    Well, gee ... since you have two and all ... I'd be more than happy to relieve you of the extra copy. ;o)

    Thanks for the giveaway

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  34. Katie StaceyNovember 6, 2008 at 12:53 PM

    This book sounds great!

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  35. Deborah in AtlantaNovember 6, 2008 at 4:54 PM

    Oh, yeah! I had never heard of the book, but once I read the review, it sounds like something I'd totally enjoy. So add me to your list as well. And if I win (yeah, right!), you can contact me at dmj53@hotmail.com

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  36. Tempest52November 6, 2008 at 6:42 PM

    I would like to have this book on my bookshelf.

    I am following your blog.

    dlcwin[at]gmail.com

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  37. toohotforturtleNovember 6, 2008 at 7:01 PM

    The characters in this book seem to unique and quirky. Can't wait to read it.

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  38. AnonymousNovember 6, 2008 at 10:47 PM

    This is one I've had my eye on for awhile! Thanks for the chance.
    digicat{AT}sbcglobal{DOT}net

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  39. AnonymousNovember 7, 2008 at 6:55 AM

    I have really been wanting to read this. Thanks! aewalls425@hotmail.com

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  40. CrystalGBNovember 7, 2008 at 8:33 AM

    I would love to read this book. Thank you for the giveaway.

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  41. AnonymousNovember 7, 2008 at 9:51 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful book, would love to be entered.
    Thanks!
    erodda (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  42. SharonNovember 7, 2008 at 10:40 AM

    would love to win. Thanks so much for entry!

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  43. SharonNovember 7, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    am following your blog. THANKS again

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  44. WrightyNovember 7, 2008 at 12:30 PM

    I've been anxious to read this one. Please include me and thanks for your contest. I'm following your blog and have it bookmarked. Very nice!

    5wrights1@verizon.net

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  45. fbartlettNovember 7, 2008 at 2:37 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway--this book sounds perfect for me!
    princessfdp@aol.com

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  46. NatashaNovember 7, 2008 at 5:03 PM

    Please count me in if I'm eligible (I'm from Canada), thank you!
    natasha_sacopaso[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  47. rbNovember 7, 2008 at 6:43 PM

    Great reading list!

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  48. WandaNovember 7, 2008 at 7:23 PM

    I would gladly take that extra copy off your hands.

    Thankyouverymuch!

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  49. SherrylinnNovember 7, 2008 at 8:16 PM

    I hear this is a good read, I'd like to give it a try.

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  50. SherrylinnNovember 7, 2008 at 8:17 PM

    I'm a follower too.

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  51. UnknownNovember 7, 2008 at 8:18 PM

    would love to read this.
    thank you

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  52. Jinxy and MeNovember 8, 2008 at 8:29 AM

    I'm also following your blog!

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  53. *~Dani~*November 8, 2008 at 9:11 AM

    Looks like a great read. Enter me please!

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  54. AnonymousNovember 8, 2008 at 4:55 PM


    Pick Me! Pick Me! I would love to win a book.


    It's very kind of you to offer such a great giveaway.


    Count me in too please.

    Thanks
    Tammy OHagan
    tammyohagan ~~~ AT ~~~ westco ~~~ DOT ~~~ net

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  55. UnknownNovember 8, 2008 at 7:34 PM

    thanks for hosting this - count me in!

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  56. MariNovember 8, 2008 at 9:21 PM

    Contest closed on Friday

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Thanks for taking the time to comment! :)