The Sunday Post is a weekly meme hosted by Kimba @ The Caffeinated Book Reviewer ~this meme was inspired in part by ~ In My Mailbox~ It's a chance to share News. A post to recap the past week, showcase books and things we have received and share news about what is coming up for the week on our blog.
Another good week. We all struggled with some kind of colds this week. The three kids had coughs. I had a runny/stopped up nose. Monday night we usually have games, but neither big kid had one that night so we had a nice day. It rained off and on Tuesday. We got groceries and hung at the house. Big Boy's team won their game 14-3. He hit two home runs. At this age, if the ball goes to the outfield there is at least some chance of it being a home run. Big Girl's team won their game barely. Like 10-9 I think. That allowed them to win the league as we only have two teams in her age range in our league and even though we still have to play them one more time we have won the majority. Wednesday night, Big Girl helped me cook dinner. She planned out the menu and did most of the cooking. I only chopped veggies and helped to manage the flow of the cooking. She did all the seasoning and stirring. We had shredded chicken tacos, nachos, and peach/tomato summer salad. It was all really yummy. Thursday, we ran to the grocery store to get a few things I forgot on Tuesday. The kids always love going in the store with me. It's a rare experience for them since I usually do grocery pickup. Thursday night her team had a game and we won that one also. I can't remember the score. It was close, but we still won by a couple of runs. She got a triple which has been her best hit so far. It wasn't from errors either, it was an earned triple. And since she'd been in a batting slump a few weeks ago I'm really proud of her. She also got an out at 2nd and an out at 1st. Friday night Big Boy's team played well but they didn't quite get the win. It was 13 to 17. He did get another home run his first at bat. He had quite a few bobbles at 2nd base, but considering he never played that position in practice, I think he's doing well there. I hate the season is almost over. He only has two games left this coming week. Saturday, Big Girl went to spend the day with a friend of hers. The boys and I went for a walk and then I let them swim. It's still too cold for me to get in, but I stuck my legs in. Honestly, it won't be long before we're all out there swimming every day. I let the boys hang at Grammy's house for a while, and I mopped the whole house and prepped blog posts. I used to be a month or so ahead, and I've got to get back to that. We only have three more weeks of school left. The summer is upon us.
Monday: Review of Court of Claws (Blood of a Fae, # 2) by Briar Boleyn (3 Stars)
Tuesday: Top 9 Reasons I DNF Books (Or Lower a Rating)
Wednesday: Can't Wait for Shield of the Mighty (The King's Men, # 2) by Connilyn Cossette
Friday: Homeschool Friday - The Beginner's Bible Jesus and His Friends (4 Stars)
Monday: Review of Lost Crows and Fallen Stars (Bonds of the Imnicus, # 1) by Abelia Sumpter
Tuesday: Top Ten Tuesday?
Wednesday: Can't Wait for Wednesday?
Friday: Homeschool Friday
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Beneath a Crescent Shadow (The Balkan Legends, # 1)
By: A.L. Sowards
Expected Publication: June 4, 2024 by Shadow Mountain
351 pages
Genre: Adult, Historical Fiction
Source: Publisher via NetGalley (Thank you!!)
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Goodreads description--After an arranged marriage, Konstantin and Suzana must find a way to meet the demands of a conquering Ottoman sultan amid a torrent of setbacks and dangers much closer to their Balkan home.The Balkans, 1373
A devastating battle claimed the lives of Konstantin's father, uncle, and most of their Serb army, leaving him to rule as a vassal of the Ottoman sultan, a role he is wholly unprepared for. Between war, famine, and a persistent band of brigands, Konstantin is nearly bankrupt. He will need to find a wealthy bride to marry if he is to have any hope of saving his lands and securing his future.
A betrothal to Suzana, the daughter of a prosperous merchant, is soon arranged, and upon meeting her, Konstantin immediately feels hope that their marriage could someday grow into love. Yet, from the moment of Konstantin and Suzana's betrothal, enemies threaten their lives, outlaws prey on their lands, and the terrors of Suzana's abusive past haunt their fragile new relationship. As this onslaught of threats closes in, the two face challenges that will test their love, their faith, and their hope to save their people and win their freedom from the heavy weight of Ottoman oppression.
A Proper Facade (Proper Scandal, # 4)
By: Esther Hatch
Expected Publication: August 20, 2024 by Covenant Communications
248 pages
Genre: Adult, Historical Fiction
Source: Publisher via NetGalley (Thank you!!)
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Goodreads description--Mercy Rothschild has always been granted an unusually long tether by her parents, who have never pushed her to marry until she’s ready. She assumes that when the right man comes along, she will marry for love. However, even her long-suffering parents have their limits. As she embarks on her third Season, they begin to pressure her to find a match. And the Duke of Harrington is the perfect candidate.Nicholas Kendrick, Duke of Harrington, follows the rules of the ton meticulously. When he determines that Mercy is the ideal candidate for a wife, he marches dutifully toward her along the courtship path. Desperate to extricate herself from Harrington’s advances, Mercy concludes that there is only one course of action: she must push her intended into the arms of another woman. But when Mercy becomes acquainted with the man behind the proper facade, her plans come crashing down as she realizes that stiff and proper Harrington might be the very man she’s been waiting for. If only she hadn’t been so successful in her plot to thwart her chances with him.
Highcliffe House
By: Megan Walker
Expected Publication: May 7, 2024 by Shadow Mountain
320 pages
Genre: Adult, Historical Fiction, Regency
Source: Publisher via Edelweiss (Thank you!!)
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Goodreads description--Love ignites when two rivals vie to secure a possible fortune at the seaside town of Brighton.Brighton, England, 1813
When a romantic entanglement leaves her humiliated and reeling, Anna Lane wants nothing more than for her father to whisk her away from the gossip of the ton. Unfortunately, he has obligations elsewhere, leaving her stuck in London.
Graham Everett’s financial security depends on an investment with Mr. Lane, his long-time friend and business partner. He’ll do just about anything to secure it for his family, even if it means fighting spoiled, embittered Anna for her father’s attention.
Luckily, Mr. Lane concocts a plan that will give everyone what they wat, with one stipulation: Anna must accompany Graham to Brighton in her father’s stead and make a decision to invest—or not—based on a thorough report.
But it will take more than a day at the beach for these two headstrong hearts to admit that they’ve been wrong about each other. If they are willing to invest a little time working out their differences, they might have a chance at real love.
By: Nisha J Tuli
Expected Publication: June 4, 2024 by Forever
556 pages
Genre: Adult, Fantasy, Fae
Source: Publisher via NetGalley (Thank you!!)
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Goodreads description--The highly anticipated third installment of the steamy Artefacts of Ouranos series journeys deeper into the glittering fae world as Lor puts both her life and her heart on the line in this enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance.With the Heart Crown now in her possession, Lor must navigate the dangers of being an heir on the run, knowing more than one power-hungry ruler is after her blood. When she returns to Aphelion to unlock her magic and recover her family's legacy, it becomes clearer than ever that all that’s gold doesn’t sparkle. No stranger to battles, she continues to fight her attraction to the Aurora Prince, understanding this might be the one she finally loses.
As the past mixes with the present, Lor uncovers the truth about the Artefacts and their role in shaping her destiny. Now, her future hangs in the balance, leaving her closer than ever to getting everything she's ever wanted... or losing it all forever.
That's it for my shelves and recaps of my past and upcoming week. What did you add to your shelves this week? Any bookish news you want to talk about? Let me know!
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