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Bekah Nelson's avatar

The list of books you’re going to read has so many great titles! As we’re getting to the end of June, I hope that things have been going well for you!

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

Thank you, Bekah! I had a slow start but I hope to pick up my pace soon. ☺️

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Isabella Ann's avatar

Thank you for the shout out Nicole! I love your list of books and the idea of putting the titles in a jar and randomly picking one... I will have to try that out at some point. 😊 What book did you get first to kick start the challenge?

I also love that you are challenging yourself to read more books to strengthen yourself and your beliefs. I look forward to hearing your updates throughout the summer! Happy reading, Isabella Ann 🙏💕

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

Thank you, Isabella Ann! My first book was Jane Eyre. 😊 It's been interesting 😅

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Isabella Ann's avatar

I look forward to hearing your thoughts on Jane Eyre! Personally, it is a favourite of mine and I have fond memories growing up listening to it while sewing or crafting. 🤗✨️

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

I was actually thinking of you when I found out my first read was going to be Jane Eyre. 😄 I've been enjoying listening to the audiobook while cross stitching. 😊

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Isabella Ann's avatar

Oh lovely! Happy listening. 😊✨

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Olivia's avatar

Oooo.... I think I may try something like this!! Good luck with the challenge!!

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

Yay! I wish you all the best! 🥂

Thanks! 😊

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Jen Savell's avatar

I loved reading Ben Hur and The Count of Monte Cristo. Jane Eyre was a fascinating story even though I was thinking, "Nooooo!" the whole time! 😂 I think I'm going to try for 10 books this summer...You've inspired me! Starting with Never Cast Out, Save Me the Plums, and Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone. How's that for eclectic!

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Olivia's avatar

Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone is a doozy of a plotline! It's so good! Enjoy!

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Jen Savell's avatar

Thanks! I could tell it would be one of those! I started it as a audiobook and within a couple chapters decided I needed a hard copy. 😂

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Olivia's avatar

LOL I audiobooked it. I think a hard copy would've helped me though hahaha

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

Ha, I'm currently listening to Jane Eyre and it hasn't gotten too bad...yet. 😂 I read an overview of the story and am fully prepared to shake my head when certain characters pop up.

Yay!! Hopefully, you can easily complete your challenge! Oh yes, I saw you got them from the library in your pic from today. Very eclectic choices. 😄 Cheers!

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Bella Raine's avatar

Ooh, cheering you on Nicole!! You GOT this!! I hope you enjoy Because of You!!

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

Bella, thank you for this encouragement!! I'm looking forward to Because of You. :)

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Ruth Anne Acheson's avatar

Hello, Nicole! I saw that The Screwtape Letters and Daddy-Long-Legs are both on your list. The Screwtape Letters is fascinating--full of Lewis's humor and wit and spiritual advice. Daddy-Long-Legs...well, the story is delightful, and the narrator is funny but earnest. I think you'll enjoy both very much! 📚❤ Have a lovely reading summer!

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Nicole Goodrum's avatar

Thank you! I'm glad you like them! I've tried The Screwtape Letters twice but was never able to finish it. Third time's the charm, right? 😄

You too!! 😊

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