Beth’s Books Reading List: February 2019
Well this was a quiet book month! I’ll blame it on the fact that February only has 28 days. Plus, with two family birthdays and guests and all sorts of work stuff, I guess I just didn’t read much. Also, I got a bit stuck on The ONE Thing, if we’re being honest.
Here’s what I read in February!
Fiction
The Black Ascot by Charles Todd
This is Inspector Ian Rutledge series book 21. I’m always pleasantly surprised when a new book in this series comes out! This time, Inspector Rutledge is investigating an old murder that was never solved. Eventually, he uncovers a new witness and breaks the case open. The usual period charm, drives through the English countryside and slowly unfolding plots make these books great mysteries. They’re not too scary…even when you’re home alone.
A Subtle Murder by Blythe Baker
This is the first book in a series that’s new to me, about a British woman who grew up in India. Without spoiling the plot, the main character (Rose) experienced a tragedy in India. She decides to return to England, and this book is set on the boat from India to England. It’s a fun story with a surprise plot twist at the end! This book is a Kindle Unlimited pick.
The Birthday Mystery by Faith Martin
This is the first book in a new-to-me series as well, and I’m a fan. It follows a traveling cook to an English country home, where she is forced to solve a murder. There’s nothing too graphic, making this a welcome addition to my repertoire of light-reading, cozy mysteries.
Non-Fiction
The ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
I kept seeing people mention this book everywhere. I liked it and got some good nuggets out of it. However, the overall message to prioritize your time and value the most important things is something I have been working on for a long time. Being a working mom means that you have no choice but to prioritize and choose, all day every day. So I skimmed parts of this book. Although the overall message wasn’t revolutionary to me, I did get some good nuggets of wisdom.
