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Sunday, 20 May 2012

PASSING THE BOOK

A week or so ago, I received a copy of the WORLD BOOK NIGHT copy of HOW I LIVE NOW by Meg Rosoff, from JO over at SUGAR AND SCRAP.



I started reading it last night....and have just finished it this morning- if I had been able to stay awake longer last night I would have finished it then! It's one of those compelling books that draws you in and has you needing to know what happens next. 

The book was actually written for the 'YOUNG ADULT' genre, but like HARRY POTTER, TWILIGHT and THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME is a perfect adult 'crossover' book.

The story is set in the not-too-distant future, and revolves around a 15year-old American girl who comes to stay with her Aunt and her family, somewhere in rural England. Starting off as an idyllic, almost ENID BLYTON-ish (with a bit more 'bite') story, it soon changes, as un-named occupiers invade Great Britain and the nation is thrown into a state of war. There are some interesting insights into what life during an Occupation can/would be like, and there is of course a  Love Story running throughout.

I'm saying no more, except that it was another great read, and that I'm ready to pass the book on  to one of you lovely blog readers!

If you fancy a read at it...and promise to pass it on!.....just leave a comment on this post before midnight (GMT) on Wednesday 23May.

Hope you're having a great weekend...I have just seen on the Weather Forecast that the UK is due some sun and heat this week!!

Thanks for dropping by!
Take care of you
Alison xx
Posted by Alison at 09:57
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21 comments:

  1. This West London Life20 May 2012 at 10:15

    This sounds like my cup of tea, thanks.

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  2. ♥ Liz ♥20 May 2012 at 10:16

    Oh yes please Alison. Add my name into the pile. That sounds like my kind of read.

    Sun is out here already and long may it last :0)

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  3. helena20 May 2012 at 10:30

    Sounds a good read, put my name in too please. And yes there is sunshine and blue sky out of the window (still only 11 c in Edinburgh though)

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  4. Sian20 May 2012 at 11:33

    No sun here yet. Maybe today. I've read this one thanks :)

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  5. debs1420 May 2012 at 12:17

    I'd love to be included in the draw. They certainly are predicting a bit of sunshine here by the middle of the week, let's hope they've got it right this time!

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  6. Jimjams20 May 2012 at 12:58

    Good to hear it recommended so highly - I'm still waiting for my daughter to finish the copy Jo sent us, better go and remind her that I'm in the queue!!!

    Sunny here today, long may it last!

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  7. Jen20 May 2012 at 13:45

    Sunny here this morning - though not exactly warm, sad to say.Please include me in the draw - as I am trying to get back into reading more regularly and this sounds interesting! many thanks

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  8. Jessie20 May 2012 at 14:50

    That sounds really interesting!

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  9. Lou20 May 2012 at 16:15

    Jo sent me this one too Alison and i liked it. Good idea to offer to pass it on through your blog xx

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  10. Lynn20 May 2012 at 16:48

    No Sun today but it is looking good for next few days. Book sounds interesting - count me in.

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  11. Maria Ontiveros20 May 2012 at 19:27

    I"d love to be in the draw for this - I think it's one Clara and I could read together over the summer.
    Rinda

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  12. Peonies and Pennies21 May 2012 at 00:00

    What a lovely idea to pass on your book through your blog. The book sounds great and I would love to have a read.

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  13. Connie Mercer21 May 2012 at 15:27

    I don't get to read much anymore:)on to other things~but does sound good!!!Thanks for the visit today~love it!!

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  14. Ella Swan21 May 2012 at 15:46

    Wow you are a great reader Alison! I only devour a book about once a year but I do enjoy shorter articles in magazines!!

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  15. frockandrollonline.com21 May 2012 at 19:35

    Wow! This book sounds fantastic, and how amazing it is that you finished it so quickly!

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  16. WendyB21 May 2012 at 21:51

    Hi Alsion, I saw this somewhere else and thought maybe I could get the girls interested in reading it. I'd love to join in with pass the book :-)

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  17. Becky21 May 2012 at 22:09

    Sounds a good one Alison! You've also reminded me that I've got a book to pass on too, which came from you! I will do a post at the weekend to get the ball rolling!

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  18. MonicaB23 May 2012 at 02:36

    This sounds like an amazing book. I love many of the young adult books. They have great stories and are usually easily read in a short amount of time.

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  19. Cheri24 May 2012 at 14:15

    I agree the book was compelling (I just finished it too!) Hanging on to my copy a bit longer so my girls can have a chance at it.

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  20. Ella Swan26 May 2012 at 13:51

    Thanks for all your comments :) Just checking up on you - not like you to be gone so long! Oh yes you have your friend!! So long as you are okay xx

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  21. Fiona@Staring at the Sea26 May 2012 at 18:42

    My son studied this book in English last year and he hated it! I saw a copy in the pound shop of all places and thought it was a very interesting read. I finished it pretty quickly too.

    Fiona xx

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