With Summer on the horizon (supposedly) - it's time to get some laying by the pool reading material together. I just finished 2 books that both fit the bill.
Numero Uno: "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" by Steig Larsson
Yes this who-done-it, the first of a series of 3, has been around a while, but if you haven't read it - you just might want to. Be warned: this is one of those books where you have to fight through the first part. But if you can hang in there and keep walking down the dark corridor, then, like a mysterious killer sneak person - this book suddenly grabs you and you just need to give in, and refuse to sleep, eat or shower until you've read it all. (ok you should shower).
Pros: A mis-matched and unlikely crime discovering duo that you have to root for.
Cons: Lots of Swedish words (just glaze over them), and a family tree that's pretty extensive (again, just gloss over)
Numero Dos: "Bossypants" by Tina Fey
As the cover illustrates - this autobiography by ubber funny chica Tina Fey, is 1 part bio and 3 parts hilarity. If you want a serious autobiography go elsewhere, in this book you get to hear about Tina's life, but through her funny girl lens. In other words, Tina's words actually, it's no "sweeps episode of Dateline" full of dark drama and heartfelt revelations.
You will laugh when you're reading, a lot. And sometimes it's those sudden spit-your-drink-out laughs, so maybe don't read this book in a staff meeting or something.
Pros: A fast and funny read, with a good dose of girl power. Tina Fey is relatable, dorky and self-deprecating.
Cons: The funny of the book sometimes feels like a shield, at times I wanted just a little more heart.
So run out and pick out one or both of these books. As one of the reviewers of Tina Fey's books says:
"Totally worth it" ~ Trees
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