I'm a Bookstagrammer

     So I recently decided to add another aspect to my social media world that I have every intention of keeping current and very well may not. I am now a Bookstagrammer, For the uninitiated, that is an Instagram account that is dedicated to all things books. I learned really quickly that there are a lot of accounts that are promoting "giveaways" for following their pages, and some that are only for self promotion. But the are many that are simply about sharing what they are enjoying reading. And even when they share about books they didn't enjoy, the reviews and reasons are helpful. It's only been a week, but I've enjoyed the adventure so far. If you want to follow, I'm at @haloheartspages.

      Onto the most recent reads.
I have always been fascinated by all things JFK and JKO, and this book did not disappoint. Although it is plainly stated that it is a novel, it is written from the point of view of Jackie, starting from the time that Jack and Jackie meet. The book is written so well that Jackie's voice as narrator is very believable. I found myself hoping that this is actually how she felt about things, and that these conversations did in fact happen. The author does take liberties with some facts, but she explains when and why at the end of the book, and those changes do make sense. Overall, I felt this novel was an enjoyable read, and added a human aspect to historical figures.


I also listened to The Goldfinch on Audible. It was a loooong 32 hours. I have started this book 3 times and finally finished. The Goldfinch received a lot of reviews and so I thought I should try to finish it. Sometimes I rebel and don't finish a book that many people find amazing, just because I don't like it. Life is just too short. But The Goldfinch had just enough to keep me coming back, and the freaking pandemic gave me 32 hours. So I finished it. And I am glad I got through it. It turns out that the Goldfinch is a painting. There are so many twists and turns in this story, but they are well done, and just when you think you know what will happen, something else occurs. The bottom line, in my opinion, this is a long story, but hang in there, it is worth it.


         That is what is what I'm reading now.