What I'm Reading Right Now #35

Blogoratti February 19, 2016


Quote of the day: 
Enthusiasm is the best protection in any situation. Wholeheartedness is contagious. Give yourself, if you wish to get others. -David Seabury
Some of my earliest reading memories with books involved being fascinated by picture books. This later progressed to mystery novels, the more daring the better. Most especially Enid Blyton's books, which I found fascinating. This progressed to reading all sorts of books, thereby opening up windows to the world, and accentuating the great adventures out there.


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This week I am reading a book by English author Julian Barnes, and titled  'The Sense of an Ending'.
Although its just 150 pages long, I dare say that its got as much depth and feeling -if not more, than some books twice its size. Its a story about elderly Tony Webster, and as narrator weaves a tale down memory lane to the time of his youth when he met and befriended some other boys at school, one of whom made a lasting impression on him.

It is a highly brilliant book, and touches on history, love, relationships, sadness and a sense of subdued morality. Definitely a must read.

 What books are you reading right now? 
Peace & Love* 
Current Listen: Bon Jovi -Bed of Roses

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  1. Jim17 February 2016 at 23:42

    Hello. I really relate to the 'Quote of the Day'....enthusiasm is so vital a quality to have. One must never squelch it.
    Your book sounds interesting and thanks for recommending it, Blogoratti.
    I am presently reading Cannery Row by John Steinbeck. I enjoy his characters and reading about what it was like back in the olden days.

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  2. Denise18 February 2016 at 03:04

    sounds like good reading.

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  3. Valerie-Jael18 February 2016 at 06:15

    I loved Enid Blyton as a kid, too, and used to read my way through the local library week for week. Valerie

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  4. Librarian18 February 2016 at 06:27

    Our reading experience as children sounds pretty similar.
    Not long ago, I read a review of "Sense of an Ending" in my weekly paper and thought it sounds like something I'd like.

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  5. Locomente18 February 2016 at 06:29

    Looks like an interesting book... Will surely check it out :)

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  6. The History Anorak18 February 2016 at 09:34

    Oooo. I like the look of that one! I have read some of his work before and quite enjoyed it. I must see if I can track it down. Personally, I've just bought the new Jeffery Deaver paperback Solitude Creek. (Though I'm reading Dan Brown's Lost Symbol and I have to finish that first!)

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  7. Elizabeth Edwards18 February 2016 at 13:36

    you have amazing music tastes. love that song. great memories, love the movie too. Christian Slater and Mary Stuart Masterson. if you have not seen you should if you love, love stories? ( :

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  8. Beauty Unearthly18 February 2016 at 19:52

    Interesting post. We keep in touch. xx

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  9. Christine19 February 2016 at 03:14

    wonderful review, thanks.

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  10. Marcia19 February 2016 at 13:52

    I have read that book. Found it at the library and was intrigued by it. If I recall there were no chapters. If I looked back at my booklist I imagine I could find what year that was that I read it. Currently reading a book called The Flying Circus. It's about barnstorming in 1920 with very early airplanes.

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  11. Uju Lilian Ikegbune19 February 2016 at 14:38

    I am currently reading the money book by Lanre Olushola.
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  12. taynement19 February 2016 at 14:47

    I found this book to be a frustrating read. I got what the author was trying to do and the sentiment. It just took forever to get to the book.

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  13. Hilary Melton-Butcher19 February 2016 at 14:49

    Hi Blogoratti - I've just finished Jamaica Inn by Daphne du Maurier .. and now know about Altarnun and the moors - seeing as I visited there last year and have been writing about them in my West Country sojourn.

    The Julian Barnes "Sense of Ending" sounds a fascinating book to read - one I must note .. cheers Hilary

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  14. Marisa19 February 2016 at 14:58

    nice blog =) I love your layout.
    following each other via gfc and g+?
    have a nice weekend.
    xoxo

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  15. Couture Carrie19 February 2016 at 16:42

    Yay Bon Jovi and good books!
    Happy weekend :)

    xoxox,
    CC

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  16. sage19 February 2016 at 16:46

    Interesting title

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  17. lien19 February 2016 at 17:17

    That sounds like a good book indeed! I am (finally) reading the Rosie Project which is very fun to read. Have a nice weekend!

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  18. My name is Erika.19 February 2016 at 22:06

    I've read one book by him-Arthur and George- a long while ago and I liked it. This one sounds good too. And I must say I've been on a Bon Jovi kick lately too. Have a great weekend.

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  19. My name is Erika.19 February 2016 at 22:06

    I've read one book by him-Arthur and George- a long while ago and I liked it. This one sounds good too. And I must say I've been on a Bon Jovi kick lately too. Have a great weekend.

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  20. Missymayification19 February 2016 at 23:27

    You always share some interesting books. Great read!

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  21. HappyK19 February 2016 at 23:32

    I'm reading the 5th book in the Outlander series.

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  22. Beauty 20 February 2016 at 05:52

    It does look like a lovely read; nice quote too.
    Have a great weekend.

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  23. Enara Girl20 February 2016 at 08:22

    I loved Enid Blyton's books, I still have them at home. I want to read the book that you are reading right now. Have a nice weekend!

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  24. Miguel Gouveia20 February 2016 at 08:51

    Thanks a lot :D

    Woooow, seem to be an amazing book!

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  25. nerline20 February 2016 at 09:30

    It's hard to believe that such a short book contains so much. Happy reading!

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  26. Unknown20 February 2016 at 11:22

    It sounds interesting. Have a great weekend! :)

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  27. Anvilcloud20 February 2016 at 14:25

    I've been reading some historical mysteries by Alys Clare, set in the 11th and 12th centuries, England.

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  28. CM21 February 2016 at 13:58

    Wow, it seems really interesting! (:
    Have a nice week!

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  29. Divya Srinivasan23 February 2016 at 11:28

    Book reading is something I love to do! Recently I couldn't spead more time on that! Hoping to get back soon on that.
    Guess you had a nice read!

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