Hello to all those who love to read books!
I often read books from people's recommendations, so don't be afraid to share some of your favourite reads in the comments section!
This week I've been reading Mr Penumbra's 24 Hour Bookstore, which was a recommendation from
Literary Lindsey.
I downloaded the book to my iphone, which is funny because that's exactly what this book is about, old technology versus new, and how much computer technology has taken over our lives.
The story is about Clay, who works the nightshift in an unusual bookstore which has about one customer each night, and runs more like a library than a store. Odd characters come in, borrowing huge, old books, and Clay enlists his computer savvy friends to help him work out what is going on, leading them to a code-breaking cult searching for the secret to immortality.
This book will especially appeal to computery types and the book obsessed, as well as artists,
and Harry Potter fans. It reads more like a young adult book, in that it is quick and light.
If you love a story about breaking codes, you'll love this one! The writing is not exactly poetic or challenging, but I love the way the epilogue is written - clever!
In other news, my mum found me this ancient, falling apart book of Alice in Wonderland, and I've been enjoying the coloured plates, wondering if I should take them out and frame them, or just keep the book as is. Hmmm...what would you do?
Now I'm off to visit Sheila and all my other book-loving friends via Book Journey's linky party!
xx
