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Monday, September 14, 2009

Mailbox Monday-September 14th

Mailbox Monday
is hosted by Marcia at The Printed Page.
We share what books that we found in our mailboxes last week.


The Private Papers of Eastern Jewel by Maureen Lindley

I fell in love with the cover and the synopsis of this story grabbed me. Based on a true story of a rebellious woman who earned a controversial place in history. This book is a vibrant reimagining of a thrilling life--a historical epic of palace intrigue, sexual manipulation, and international espionage. Sounds thrilling!!
** courtesy of Bloomsbury



A Map of Home by Randa Jarrar

“Jarrar's sparkling debut about an audacious Muslim girl growing up in Kuwait, Egypt and Texas is intimate, perceptive and very, very funny…Jarrar explores familiar adolescent ground–stifling parental expectations, precarious friendships, sensuality and first love–but her exhilarating voice and flawless timing make this a standout.”

I thought this sounded very interesting!!!
**courtesy of Penguin Publishing


What great books made their way to your house????


24 comments:

  1. The Lindely book sounds interesting and I like the cover.
    I hope they both are good

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  2. These sound good! :):):):):):):):):):):):):)

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  3. Hope they're both winners, looking forward to your review of Maureen Lindley's book.

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  4. I've never heard of either book, but they look interesting -- especially the first one.

    Here is my Monday post, if you'd like to stop by, http://metroreader.blogspot.com/2009/09/mailbox-monday-september-14th.html

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  5. These are new to me - hope you enjoy them :)

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  6. A Map Of Home sounds great -- definitely something I'd be interested in reading. I'll look forward to your review!

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  7. The Eastern Jewel one looks very intriguing. Enjoy!

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  8. The Private Papers of Eastern Jewel sounds really good.

    Here's my Mailbox! ~ Wendi

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  9. Looks good! I don't think I got any books this week. :(

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  10. I can definitely see why you fell in love with that cover! A Map of Home also sounds great.

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  11. Hey Staci, Pop by and say hi! You won one of my book giveaways.

    http://awordfromhome.blogspot.com/2009/09/and-our-winners-are.html

    Congrats and I hope you enjoy the book! (If not, you can always give it away!)

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  12. These both sound good, especially Maureen Lindley's book. I look forward to reading your review of that one.

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  13. I've got a copy of Map of Home too. I can't wait to read it. Sound quite good doesn't it?

    Haven't heard of The Private Papers but I'm intrigued already! Love rebels! :)

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  14. I agree - Private Papers looks excellent. Happy reading!

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  15. I'm looking forward to The Private Papers of Eastern Jewel too.

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  16. I haven't heard of either, but they do look interesting. I hope you enjoy them!

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  17. The Private Papers...sounds fantastic! I hope you enjoy it!

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  18. I found your blog from Anna's highlight post. I knew right away that I had to visit immediately to see if you were, in fact, from Michigan - and you are! I grew up in Grand Rapids and I miss it so much! I've added you to my Google Reader. Say Yes (and hello!) to Michigan for me!

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  19. Great finds! I think I would really enjoy A Map of Home and I look forward to your review.

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  20. It looks like fun reading hours ahead. I am anxious to hear more about The Private Papers.

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  21. Oh, I've been coveting The Private Papers of Eastern Jewel. I look forward to your review, Staci!

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  22. The Private Papers sounds so good. I'm looking forward to your review.

    --Anna
    Diary of an Eccentric

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