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Last year I read more books but actually if we read a book a week I think that is pretty darn good. I also am looking forward to the books I have on hold at the library and a couple more that the library doesn't have but I have requested them to get.

The book I am currently reading, The Magic Strings of Frankie Pesto: A novel by Mitch Albom was written just for me. At least that is how I feel about the book. I love music and this book is something I really love as it is a fantasy about the best guitar player and singer ever and takes place during the fabulous fifties and sixties.

Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini - Brian Hyland​ (the Donovan song was nice)

Haven’t read as many books this year as last but there have been many great authors and interesting reads. I am even on the wait list at the library for “Go Set A Watchman”. Also on the wait list for James Lee Burke’s new book "House of the Rising sun" which will be released on Dec. 4. In addition I have The Martian on hold at the library. I am also thinking of putting The Humans of New York on the wait list. Ooops, I also have Rogue Lawyer by John Grisham on hold at the library. 52. The Magic Strings of Frankie Pesto: A novel – Mitch Albom – currently reading – so far, so good 51. The Good Earth – Pearl S. Buck – 10 / 10 – A wonderful and interesting read 50. Pretty Girls: A Novel – Karin Slaughter – 7 / 10 – a dark novel but not my glass of wine 49. The Keeper – David Baldacci – 7.5 / 10 – the second book of Baldacci’s entry into fantasy 48. Bull River – Robert Knott – 7 / 10 – Knott took over writing from the late Robert B. Parker and isn’t near as good 47. A Big Sky Christmas – William W. Johnstone – 7.5 / 10 – not one of Johnstone’s better books 46. The Life We Bury – Ellen Eskens – 8 / 10 – author’s first book and was a good read 45. No Rest For The Dead – Sandra Brown – 8 / 10 – 28 authors combined to write this book & it was pretty good 44. The Outlander – Gil Adamson 8 / 10 – author’s first book and I liked it 43. The ABC murders – Agatha Christie – 9 / 10 –typical great book by Agatha Christie 42. The Girl In The Spiders Web: a Lisbeth Salander novel – David Lagercrantz – 8 / 10 – good reading but not near as good as the Girl With The Dragon Tattoo trilogy ​

I finished reading The Good Earth and give it a 10 / 10. What a wonderful read. I checked our library and they have A House Divided on kindle but not Sons. So, I requested them to get Sons (doesn't make any sense). Hopefully, they will get it for the library but in the meantime I will have to wait as I don't want to read the 3rd book in the Trilogy before the 2nd. I felt bad for O-lan. She was a strong person to live the way she did and a husband couldn't ask for more from a wife. I also liked "Blossom" and I dis-liked Lotus. The book really gave a strong understanding of the way of life in China during those times.

Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree - Tony Orlando and Dawn

My Girl - The Temptations ​

My Old Kentucky Home - Jim Nabors (written by Stephen Foster)

Blue Moon of Kentucky - Bill Monroe

I am 30% into The Good Earth and enjoy it tremendously. I will undoubtedly read more of her books. Anna - off topic - what libraries are near you.

My Blue Heaven - Fats Domino......yes, he certainly is a legend.

November means "Thanksgiving" over here in the U.S.

I Hear You Knocking (But You Can't Come In) - Fats Domino

Lookin' Out My Back Door - CCR

South of the Border (Down Mexico Way)- Gene Autry

I just finished downloading from the library The Good Earth. Guess where I got the idea.

I read The Humans early in 2015 and it has remained one of my favorite reads this year. I believe I rated it 9 / 10. I would recommend it to most members.

Just One Of Those Things - Diana Krall

Same Old Me - George Jones

Love Me Or Leave Me - Doris Day

I Need You Now - Eddie Fisher https://youtu.be/BdAcH8QQZJ4​

I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow - Soggy Bottom Boys

The Man With The Golden Gun - Lulu

Good review as usual.

Ring of Fire - Johnny Cash