WWW Wednesday, 1-February-2017

1 Feb

Welcome to WWW Wednesday! This meme was formerly hosted by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and revived here on Taking on a World of Words. Just answer the three questions below and leave a link to your post in the comments for others to look at. No blog? No problem! Just leave a comment with your responses. Please, take some time to visit the other participants and see what others are reading. So, let’s get to it!

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The Three Ws are:

What are you currently reading?
What did you recently finish reading?
What do you think you’ll read next?

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libraryCurrently reading: I’m getting very close to the end of Misterio de la Guia de Ferrocarriles by Agatha Christie. It takes a lot of effort for me to read it, but I’m getting toward the end and can feel Poirot closing in on the murderer!
No move on Library of Souls by Ransom Riggs. It will likely be until my road trip later this month before we make any headway on this one.
I’m already on the third chapter of The Book of Speculation by Erika Swyler. I was fortunate to have a few lunches to read last week and I got into it. I like it so far but I’m curious to see where Swyler goes with it and why she chose to have a male narrator.

WithoutEndRecently finished: I finished World Without End by Ken Follett after my post went up last Wednesday. I loved it! My review went up Monday. A full 5 out of 5 stars.
I also finished Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf which was slightly less enjoyable. Many of you thought it might be because I listened to it and I think that’s probably right. Still, it wasn’t one I really enjoyed. 2 out of 5 stars. My review went up yesterday.

I also posted a review for The Birthday Boys by Beryl Bainbridge which went up last Thursday. Not my favorite of Bainbridge’s novels, but still enjoyable and very educational. 3 out of 5 stars.

awayReading Next: I’m so close to starting Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? by Mindy Kaling! I can almost feel it haha. I see it on my shelf almost every day and I can’t wait to pull it down and dig in.
I’ll be starting a new audiobook today, Away by Amy Bloom. I put this one on my list because it’s a 1920s era book. I own a copy which I found at a book warehouse but in order to get through my TBR faster, I’m going to listen to it.

Leave a comment with your link and a comment (if you’re so inclined). Take a look at the other participant links in the comments and look at what others are reading.

Have any opinions on these choices?

Until next time, write on.

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78 Responses to “WWW Wednesday, 1-February-2017”

  1. Laurel-Rain Snow February 1, 2017 at 1:58 AM #

    I like the look of Away…it has been on my list, but I almost forgot about it. Enjoy! Here’s MY WWW POST

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 12:51 PM #

      I started this morning and am enjoying it so far. Happy Wednesday!

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  2. Clare Stone February 1, 2017 at 2:04 AM #

    Glad you loved World Without End – I haven’t read anything by Follett but I might have to after reading your review! It’s a shame you didn’t enjoy Mrs Dalloway – that’s on my TBR but I now feel a bit hesitant about it. Hopefully reading it will be better than listening to it!
    My WWW Wednesday: http://dualreads.blogspot.co.uk/2017/02/wednesday-catch-up-1st-february-2017.html

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 12:51 PM #

      I think reading would be a big improvement. The jumping around would be more clear lol. Happy Wednesday!

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  3. cleopatralovesbooks February 1, 2017 at 2:27 AM #

    You sound as you had a good week despite Mrs Dalloway – Here is my Wednesday post https://cleopatralovesbooks.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/this-week-in-books-february-1/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 12:54 PM #

      I did, thanks!! Happy Wednesday!

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  4. alilovesbooks February 1, 2017 at 3:37 AM #

    So glad to hear you finished, and more importantly enjoyed, World Without End.I hope you also enjoy your current and upcoming reads.

    Here’s my WWW: https://iwuvbooks.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-1st-february-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 12:57 PM #

      Thanks! It feels like a big accomplishment haha. Happy Wednesday!

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  5. MarinaSofia February 1, 2017 at 5:20 AM #

    Awww, shame about Mrs Dalloway, but I can imagine it must be hard to listen to it as an audiobook. I seem to remember having to reread quite a few sentences to make sure I understood what was going on.
    I am taking part this week, so here is my contribution:

    WWW Wednesday, 1st February

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 1:00 PM #

      I wonder if the physical copy would have helped. I was so often confused. Happy Wednesday!

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  6. whatadifferenceawordmakes February 1, 2017 at 6:30 AM #

    I’ve wanted to read Ken Follet’s ‘Pillars of the Earth’ for forever (I feel like I say this about most books) but I’m forever snowed under the TBR pile. I wish I could listen to audiobooks- I think I’d get through it much quicker too! But I always end up forgetting to pay attention! I’m glad you found a book you loved though!

    Here’s my post: https://whatadifferenceawordmakes.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesdays-1st-february-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 1:02 PM #

      It’s quite the book to tackle!! Best of luck making the time. Happy Wednesday!

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  7. Karen (@wellreadpirate) February 1, 2017 at 6:39 AM #

    So many books!!! I’ve always been a one-at-a-time type of reader & audio books just don’t do anything for me. Hope you enjoy the ones you’ve got & have coming up!
    http://wellreadpiratequeen.blogspot.com/2017/02/www-wednesday-1-february-2017.html

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 1:04 PM #

      Thanks! I’m looking forward to the ones coming up. Happy Wednesday!

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  8. dez | the fun in reading books February 1, 2017 at 7:05 AM #

    Good luck with your books this week! And everytime I see your WWW I always remind myself to get a new audiobook! Lol. Here’s my WWW: https://thefuninreadingbooks.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-february-1-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:19 PM #

      Yay for audiobooks! I hope you grab a good one. Happy Wednesday!

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  9. Hayley at RatherTooFondofBooks February 1, 2017 at 7:41 AM #

    I’ve got The Book of Speculation on my TBR and am keen to read it. I hope you continue to enjoy it and that you have a good week of reading this week.
    Here’s my www post:

    WWW Wednesday (1 Feb) What are you reading?

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:22 PM #

      Thanks! It’s a quick read and I’m hoping to grab a few pages during lunch tomorrow. Happy Wednesday!

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  10. charliegirl February 1, 2017 at 7:50 AM #

    I am always amazed every week with how many books you are reading at a time. On my own, I can’t do that. I’ll read something at school with my students and read my own, but that’s as much as I can do these days. Happy reading!

    WWW Wednesdays (February 1st)

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:28 PM #

      I can’t read while I run on the treadmill so I need something to listen to, too. It keeps me from going cray. Happy Wednesday!

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  11. faithrivens February 1, 2017 at 8:19 AM #

    I really need to read more Folliet especially seeing how much you loved World Without End. I’ve only read Eye of the Needle (which was fantastic) but I do have Pillars of the Earth to read! Maybe this year.
    Sorry you didn’t enjoy Mrs. Dalloway, but I hope you can get to Mindy soon!
    Happy Reading 🙂

    WWW Wednesday | 01.02.17

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:31 PM #

      I didn’t read Eye of the Needle but I’ve heard good things. I’m going to stick to the Kingsbridge series for now, especially with a final book coming out this year! Happy Wednesday.

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  12. awayinneverland February 1, 2017 at 8:43 AM #

    I need to read World Without End still and I want to read his other series. I enjoyed Pillars of the Earth but not enough to jump into another book just yet.
    I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on The Book of Speculation as it’s on my TBR for later in the year!
    Here’s my post:
    https://awayinneverland.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-1-february-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:33 PM #

      So far, it’s a really engaging read. I hope you can enjoy some Follett soon. I’m getting psyched for the final book later this year. Happy Wednesday!

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      • awayinneverland February 1, 2017 at 10:06 PM #

        I’ll have to try picking up World Without End sometime soon! It might be a good before bed read on my kindle!

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  13. hmills96 February 1, 2017 at 9:15 AM #

    Here’s my link (10:30 CST) http://ilayreading.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-212017/

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  14. Kwizgiver February 1, 2017 at 9:51 AM #

    I read Amy Bloom’s book and I think I enjoyed it. I also read The Book of Speculation and enjoyed it. I hope you like them.

    Seems like it was just Wednesday–this week has flown by!

    Here’s my entry: http://www.kwizgiver.com/2017/02/www-wednesday.html

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:36 PM #

      Glad I’ve got some winners on my shelf. Happy Wednesday!

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  15. thereaderiswarned February 1, 2017 at 10:05 AM #

    Thanks for setting this up! Super excited. Which Poirot title is this in English out of interest? Are you learning the language or can speak already? Great way to learn a language if so! Here is my link: https://thereaderiswarned.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/what-am-i-reading-right-now-www-wednesday/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:38 PM #

      It’s the ABC Mystery in English. I’ve never read a Poirot mystery before and it’s been really fun. I have a bachelors degree in Spanish so while I do speak it, this is a great way to practice and refresh the language because I don’t use it too often. Happy Wednesday!

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      • thereaderiswarned February 2, 2017 at 4:10 AM #

        Thats great! A top book to start with as your first Poirot. If you need anymore recommendations of Christie do let us know, I have a few I could put forward and there are some great Christie buff’s on wordpress!

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  16. anovelglimpse February 1, 2017 at 10:43 AM #

    I love your anticipation over reading Mindy’s book. Every week, I’m waiting for you to say FINALLY! I’m reading it! 😉
    My WWW Wednesday.

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:41 PM #

      Haha, I hope to finish Christie this week and pick it up. Happy Wednesday!

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  17. Keira February 1, 2017 at 11:16 AM #

    Wow, I can’t believe it is already February; time flies! It seems like you had a reasonably good wee with the exception of Mrs Dalloway!
    My WWW Wednesday post: https://pirateladypages.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/a-trial-run/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:44 PM #

      Haha, it was the downside of my week. Things can only go up. Happy Wednesday!

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  18. readinaflash February 1, 2017 at 11:16 AM #

    Thanks again for hosting this meme! I love it! My WWW https://readinaflash.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-33/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:47 PM #

      Thanks for participating. Happy Wednesday!

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  19. Candy @ So little time... February 1, 2017 at 11:41 AM #

    Wow, ‘Away’ sounds very interesting! I hadn’t heard of it, but I think I’ll keep my eye out for it. Thanks!

    I’m so glad you finished and enjoyed ‘World Without End’! Yay!

    Here’s my post: http://candy-m.blogspot.com/2017/02/what-are-you-reading-february-1-2017.html

    Thanks for hosting! Happy reading!

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:48 PM #

      I started Away during my run this morning and I really enjoy it. I’m about an hour in to 8 hours total. Happy Wednesday!

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  20. deannalcooley February 1, 2017 at 12:13 PM #

    I loved the first two Miss Peregrine Stories. I haven’t gotten to the 3rd one yet but someday soon. Happy reading! 🙂

    WWW Wednesday #2

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:50 PM #

      It’s been over a year since I read the second one so it was a bit slow coming back to me at first, but I’m up to speed now. Happy Wednesday!

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  21. ReadingMaria February 1, 2017 at 12:46 PM #

    I love your review for World Without End! ❤ Here's my WWW post: https://mariazuppardi.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-february-1-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:53 PM #

      Thanks! It’s a great book deserving of praise. Happy Wednesday!

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  22. missdarcy87 February 1, 2017 at 1:21 PM #

    oohhh, The ABC Murders by Agatha Christie is one of my favorites! I hope you’re enjoying it!

    Here’s my post for this week. Happy reading! 🙂

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:55 PM #

      Glad to hear! It’s been really fun so far and I’m getting really close to the end. Happy Wednesday!

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  23. Kelly | Kelly's Rambles February 1, 2017 at 1:53 PM #

    I’m definitely going to take your advice from last week and read Mrs Dalloway in physical format when I eventually get to it!

    Here’s my WWW.

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  24. Denise @ Life With No Plot February 1, 2017 at 2:18 PM #

    Happy Wednesday to you! Can you believe it’s February already? This year is going by so fast!

    My post: https://lifewithnoplot.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-february-1-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:57 PM #

      I’m waiting for the warmth of April so I’m OK with February flying by, too, haha. Happy Wednesday!

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  25. bevbaird February 1, 2017 at 4:38 PM #

    I have never even attempted World Without End. But it is on my TBR list – just rather far down. Hope you have a wonderful week of reading ahead.
    Here’s my list:

    WWW Wednesday- My Week of Reading

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 5:59 PM #

      When you get to it, I hope you love it. Happy Wednesday!

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  26. Hayley Reviews February 1, 2017 at 5:04 PM #

    I love these posts just haven’t had the time yet again argh will start prepping for next week.

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  27. mikaela February 1, 2017 at 5:52 PM #

    Glad to see you’re making some progress with Library of Souls! Here’s my (late) WWW Wednesday: https://thewellthumbedreader.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-2%E2%80%A21%E2%80%A217/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 6:01 PM #

      Not much movement on that one, unfortunately. I keep thinking I will… but it doesn’t happen. Happy Wednesday!

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  28. siderealday February 1, 2017 at 6:25 PM #

    Wow, congrats on getting through Christie’s novel so quickly! Reading in another language is always difficult, so I’m super impressed at how little time it seems to be taking you.
    Here’s my WWW post: https://siderealday.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-wednesday-21/
    Thanks for hosting and happy reading!

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 9:21 PM #

      I really hope to finish soon. I have one more Harry Potter to read in Spanish before I start on some other novels. I’m hoping to read more originally in Spanish and not translations but these mysteries are super intriguing. Happy Wednesday!

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  29. wcs53 February 1, 2017 at 6:28 PM #

    I want to read ‘Library of Souls’, but I should probably finish ‘Hollow City’ first, which I’ll probably have to restart – too many books and not enough time! Here is my WWW post for this week:

    WWW Wednesday (Feb 1)

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 9:23 PM #

      Haha, I think Hollow City first would be good. Like Hollow City, Library of Souls starts immediately after the second book ends so it would be good to read it first. Happy Wednesday!

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  30. xxertz (Avid Reader, Step Mama, Celiac Empathizer) February 1, 2017 at 7:03 PM #

    Giiiiiirl, you are way overdue for Mindy Kaling lol. Hope you get to her soon 😊

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  31. Emily Witt February 1, 2017 at 7:17 PM #

    Just realised I totally forgot to leave my link last night! Nice work getting through the Spanish book – maybe I should try picking up a French novel and just seeing how much I still remember (it’s been a long time since I was studying it properly).

    Here’s my post: https://keysandopenmind.wordpress.com/2017/02/01/www-and-wippet-wednesday-01-february-2017/

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 9:27 PM #

      It’s fun to read a book you know in your primary language because you can figure out weird words. I read Harry Potter and could figure out ‘wand’ without a dictionary, haha. Happy Wednesday!

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  32. Disappear Into Reading February 1, 2017 at 8:11 PM #

    I’m so behind! Let me know when you start reading Kaling!

    WWW Wednesday #30

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 9:30 PM #

      I really hope to soon! I know who the killer is so it can’t be long now, haha. Happy Wednesday!

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  33. Yvo February 1, 2017 at 8:44 PM #

    Congrats on finishing World Without End and almost finishing your Spanish read! I hope you will enjoy your books this week and happy reading! Here’s my WWW.

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    • Sam February 1, 2017 at 9:32 PM #

      I’m really hoping to wrap it up soon. Happy Wednesday!

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  34. S B Williams February 1, 2017 at 10:45 PM #

    I think I’ll go check out the World Without End review, it sounds pretty intriguing. Here’s my WWW post. Take care!

    WWW Wednesday January Wrap up

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    • Sam February 2, 2017 at 12:46 PM #

      It was really amazing and I highly recommend it. Happy reading!

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  35. poseidons99 February 5, 2017 at 7:08 AM #

    Finished this week Alice in Wonderland, wasn’t a fan but atleast one less classic for me to read! 😀 Started to read a tome today graphic novel Bone: The Complete Edition with 1300+ pages, and after that I’m planning another chunker – Great North Road by Peter F. Hamilton with almost 1100 pages 😀 – https://poseidons99.wordpress.com/2017/02/05/izlasiju-lasu-lasisu-63-30-01-05-02/

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    • Sam February 5, 2017 at 10:11 AM #

      Nice! Classics are not always fun but Alice sounds great. Happy reading!

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