Monday, February 20, 2012

Mailbox Monday February 20


It's Monday again! Happy President's Day! There is school here today so we are up and having a regular day.

I was thrilled with Downton Abbey last night. Some story lines seem to be heading in the direction I was hoping they would go. I don't want to say too much in case you are a fan and haven't seen the episode yet. I hope we don't have to wait too long for season three.

On to the mailbox! This month Mailbox Monday is being hosted by Metroreader: Reading One Mile At A Time.

I received two books in my actual mailbox this week. I received one for a TLC Book Tour and Harper Collins was kind enough to stick the newest addition to the series in the with my tour book. That was a wonderful surprise since this is a series I hear so many great things about!


Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear
Elegy For Eddie: A Maisie Dobbs Novel by Jacqueline Winspear

I made a run to the hardware store this weekend and since the library was having a book sale and was across the street, I had to stop by. I was hugely disappointed with this sale. It was mostly old library books for sale. I mean old books that everyone read a million years ago! I heard many comments that led me to believe I wasn't the only disappointed person there. I did find a few books that looked interesting and a couple of donated romances for my mom. I really didn't need any more book anyway but I always enjoy bumping elbows with other readers looking for that one book you have to have! I only spent $3.50.


Dream Mender by Sherryl Woods
Tea and Destiny by Sherryl Woods
A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg
Marshmallows For Breakfast by Dorothy Koomson
My Pride and Joy by George Adamson

So that is what books came into my home. What wonderful reads made their way into your home?
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  1. StaciFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    You still didn't do too bad!! I love the library sales and finding that one little hidden gem!! Hope you have a great week!

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  2. DCMetroreaderFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:15 AM

    I keep hearing great things about Downtown Abbey. I really want to check it out.

    The new Maise Dobbs should be a fun read.

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  3. Martha @ Hey, I want to read thatFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    I'm beyond jealous you have Elegy for Eddie. I'm waiting with on the edge of my seat for that one. You have lots of good reading ahead. Enjoy.

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  4. Jo-JoFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    I read Redbird Christmas with my book club in December and everyone enjoyed it...I hope you do to! Enjoy your new goodies!

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  5. bermudaonionFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    I haven't tried Maisie Dobbs yet, but my mom loves her.

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  6. Jennifer | Mrs Q Book AddictFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    I've heard great things about Maisie Dobbs, but I haven't tried the books yet. Enjoy all your new reads. Happy reading!

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  7. Laurel-Rain SnowFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Oh, I love Fannie Flagg's books...and Marshmallows for Breakfast is a fun read. Hope you enjoy all your books, and thanks for visiting my blog.

    Now if I can only figure out this word verification! lol

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    A great reading week ahead for you, enjoy!

    http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2012/02/mailbox-monday_20.html

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  9. ZiaFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    I love book sales and it's always nice when you find something you wasn't expecting. I found this quaint little shop in Portland the other week called Murder By The Book. Great little new/used shop with mystery type books only. I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in Portland and spend some more time there.

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  10. BonnieFebruary 20, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    I loved Downton Abbey last night as well! I am going to miss it and can't wait for the next season...hope we don't have to wait a year! I have not read the Maisie Dobbs series yet. I have the first one on my TBR shelf waiting to be read. I don't go to the library sales much anymore as I have so many of my own books to read:)

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  11. Melissa @ Confessions of an Avid ReaderFebruary 20, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    I hope you enjoy Maisie Dobbs. I thought it was very well done and mean to continue with the series (hopefully soon).

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  12. KayeFebruary 20, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    I've been seeing the Winspeare books in a lot of mailboxes today.

    I'm practically in mourning now that DA is over until the next season.

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  13. Laura at Library of Clean ReadsFebruary 20, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    I like library book sales too! But it is disappointing if you walk out without having found that one book you've always wanted to read and there it was.

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  14. Nise' February 20, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    We had school today too. Love those book sales. I just discovered Downtown Abby. I Know! I now have to go back and see if I can watch what I missed on netflix.

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  15. BlueroseFebruary 20, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    I know what you mean about the library sales. My library usually just has older books, too. :P

    Enjoy your new books!! :)

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  16. SophiaFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    I picked up Marshmallows for Breakfast at a charity shop a few months ago, but still haven't got round to reading it. It looks good though. Enjoy your books :-)

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  17. Crystal @ I Totally Paused!February 20, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    I feel like I need to be watching Downton Abbey, everyone seems to love it! I wish it was a summer show when I have more time to watch...I guess that's what DVD is for!

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  18. AlyceFebruary 20, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    I've got the Maisie Dobbs book on my shelf and will probably read it in a few weeks. It's been sitting there far too long.

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  19. Mary (Bookfan)February 20, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    Lots of mailboxes had the Winspear books last week. Great finds at the library sale! I'll miss DA - I wonder when season 3 will begin.

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  20. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaFebruary 20, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    Can't beat those Library Book Sales. Enjoy your new book loot Beth.

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  21. AmusedFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Oh my gosh those Sherryl Woods books are huge! Enjoy all your new reads!

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  22. LaurenFebruary 20, 2012 at 11:14 PM

    I am lovin the Winspear covers!

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  23. AmyFebruary 21, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    Some good looking books,and I love a library book sale! Have a great week!

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  24. Leslie (Under My Apple Tree)February 21, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    The last library sale I went to was the same thing, ancient old worn out library books! They must all clean their shelves at the same time.

    I've seen a few blogs getting Maise Dobbs books this week. I read my first Maise book last year and now I want to read a few older ones so I can get more background.

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  25. Julie February 22, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I'm very ashamed, but I have yet to see Downtown Abbey. I wonder if I can get the episodes on Hulu to catch up? I also haven't read any of the Maisie Dobbs stories, but I've heard that they are fabulous! Enjoy!

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  26. DarleneFebruary 22, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I really need to read Maise Dobbs one of these days. I hope you like Redbird Christmas. It's one of my favorite books.

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  27. AnnaFebruary 24, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    I got the Winspear books too. Happy reading!

    I think I'm missing something by not watching Downton Abbey. Everyone is raving about it!

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  28. Kimberly @ Turning the PagesFebruary 24, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    You're so lucky to get a copy of My Pride and Joy! I'd loveto own a copy but sine they're out of print they're hard to find.

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