Welcome to Mailbox Monday, the weekly meme where book lovers share the titles they received for review, purchased, or otherwise obtained over the past week. It is now being hosted at the Mailbox Monday blog.
Here’s what I added to the shelves over the past week:
For Review:
Jane Austen Cover to Cover by Margaret C. Sullivan — from Quirk Books
Jane Austen Never Goes Out of Style
Since the first publication of her six novels in the 19th century, she has delighted generations of fans with classic stories that have never changed — and countless covers that have. Jane Austen Cover to Cover compiles two centuries of design showcasing one of the world’s most beloved and celebrated novelists. With over 200 images, plus historical commentary, Austen trivia, and a little bit of wit, this fascinating and visually intriguing look back is a must for Janeites, design enthusiasts, and book lovers of every age. (publisher’s summary)
Botticelli’s Bastard by Stephen Maitland-Lewis — from the author
Art restorer Giovanni Fabrizzi is haunted by an unsigned renaissance portrait. Obsessed to learn the truth of its origin, he becomes increasingly convinced the painting could be the work of one of history’s greatest artists, which if true, would catapult its value to the stratosphere. But in learning of the painting’s past, he is faced with a dilemma. He believes the portrait was stolen during the greatest art heist in history — the Nazi plunder of European artwork. If true and a surviving relative of the painting’s rightful owner were still alive, Giovanni, in all good conscience, would have to give up the potential masterpiece. His obsession with the portrait puts a strain on his new marriage, and his son thinks his father has lost his mind for believing an unremarkable, unsigned painting could be worth anyone’s attention. Regardless, Giovanni persists in his quest of discovery and exposes far more truth than he ever wanted to know. (publisher’s summary)
What books did you add to your shelves recently?
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Enjoy 🙂
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Thanks!
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Thats funny because I’m expecting both of those books to pop up in my mailbox anyday now too!
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Yay! Happy reading!
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The Jane Austen book looks perfect for you!
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Yes! I admit I dropped everything to page through it as soon as I opened the package. 😉
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I also got the Jane Austen book!
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Yay! Enjoy!
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These both look like books you will enjoy! Have a great week….
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I hope so, thanks!
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The Austen book looks like one you’ll love. Enjoy them both.
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Thanks, I couldn’t resist it!
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Hope you enjoy your new books! These are both new to me.
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Thanks!
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Two interesting books for you.
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They seem to be. 🙂
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Looks like you received some interesting books. Enjoy!
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Thanks!
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Love the Austen cover book. Enjoy!
2 Kids and Tired Books MM
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Thanks!
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ENJOY…Botticelli’s Bastard should be good.
I hope you are enjoying your reading week. I am late in visiting this week.
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My Mailbox Monday
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Thanks! No worries about being late. I always am! 😉
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