Summer Reading...

I've read some really great books so far this summer (maybe that's why I haven't been posting, like, at all). It's hard to stay on top of all of the books I want to read when I keep finding new ones or friends make recommendations that I simply can't ignore. Here is a list of some of the books I've read this summer that I can't seem to get out of my head.*

* The Hunger Games trilogy is by far my favourite. It rivals, for me, the Harry Potter series in its excitement, addictive nature, ability to deal with complex themes, and its excellent story.

I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series. It's about the four girls now in their adult lives. My mom and I have always enjoyed Ann Brashares writing and story-telling ability. I hope one day my daughters will read this series.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2...

I saw the movie on the weekend and it was well worth getting to bed at 3am as a result. It was amazing, a really great way to end the movie franchise. I thought it provided closure for the books, too; up until now, I hadn't fully believed that J.K. Rowling was not actually going to write anymore Harry Potter books (and the rumours surrounding her pottermore.com announcement didn't help that). A glimmer of hope remained in my silly, imaginative, wanting-more mind. I suppose that's the sign of a great writer and an even better story.