Lunchmeat and Life Lessons by Mary B. Lucas

Lunchmeat and Life Lessons was written by Mary B Lucas as tribute to her father. Her father gave her valuable life lessons throughout her life which she has kindly shared with all of us through this book.  Her father was the founder of Bichelmeyer Meats, a very successful and driven man with only an 8^th grade education. 

A friend of mine attended one of Mary B Lucas’ talks based around the books philosophies.  He was so impressed with Mary’s talk that he’s been sharing her book among his circle of friends. Thankfully I got my hands on it. 

The book is incredible, it is told so beautifully.  It’s full of great philosophies translated into stories; stories which we can all relate too.  The butchers wisdom teaches us valuable lessons on how to deal with varying scenarios and people in the workforce.  I especially liked his “find the like” and “comeback sauce” philosophies and loved the way Mary adapted those philosophies to  tough situations at her work place.  

After reading this book, you will feel enlightened and encouraged to test out the butchers wisdom. I feel that his philosophies are relevant not only in your professional life but your personal one too. What I truly loved about this book was Mary's bond to her father, it was very touching. I cannot recommend this book enough and it’s a really quick read; it only took me a day. A day of pure joy and beautiful insight. 

Game of Thrones: A Feast for Crows

Game of Thrones

The Game of Thrones book series is by far my favourite book series.  I love the genre, the scheming, plots and characters.  I just love everything about them.  

George R.R Martin is a genius and the HBO Game of Thrones series does a fantastic job in bringing the books to life.  

I recently finished a feast for crows; don't worry I won't give anything away.  This book was written differently to the others.  Instead of including all characters and giving them their own chapters each.  He has divided the book  to include characters from Kings Landing, the Iron Island, the Eyrie etc.  He also introduced some minor new characters.

Being honest, I was a little bit disappointed he split it, mainly because Tyrion and Khaleesi are my favourite characters. The story was still out of this world though and a bonus is that the next book will mainly follow the characters I love :D:D 

The new series is out now, I watched the first episode last night and it really is mind blowing stuff. If you have never heard of the game of thrones, you really should get on the band wagon.  You are truly missing out.

The first law trilogy was also recommended to me because of my love for game of thrones.  I looked it up and George RR Martin actually recommended the book.  I will definitely be purchasing this trilogy once I plough through the books I own at the moment. 

Much Love,

Ya-Beauty J

The Book Thief

Hey Guys,

I was waiting for the tube the other day and saw a huge poster advertising the release of the book thief.  I was so excited when I saw it because the book was amazing! 

 The book was written by Markus Zusak and follows a young girl Liesel who steals books. It's based around World War II in Germany.  There's a lot more too it but I don't want to give anything away.  

I would definitely recommend reading the book first mainly because the narrator was death; so different and unique to any book I've read.  I'm not sure if the movie would portray that part of the book which is why I think it would be a really good idea to read the book first. Sure isn't always a good idea to read the book first :) 

It really is a magnificent story and told beautifully. Anyway it's great so get on it before you splurge in the cinema :) I can't wait!

Much Love x

The book Thief

The Book Thief: Book Cover

Book Club

It comes to that time of year when you stress over what to buy someone...Christmas! Every year I get a present I'm very thankful for the thoughtful gesture and really don't expect to get anything as I am an adult now. I'm a firm believer in Christmas being for the kids and for them to be spoiled.

I think everyone always thinks the same thing...why am I buying this for them; they'll probably hate it. Sometimes I do get a little disappointed when I open up my present and find something I generally have no interest in. I hate that feeling because I should be happy to get something in the first place. Although once I did get shower gel as part of secret Santa; do I smell? thanks!

It has always baffled me the cost some people would go too when I'd be so happy with just a simple book. It wouldn't even have to be a new one. A simple book from a charity shop for one euro and you'd have the happiest girl in the world.

For me, it's the thought that counts and finally last Christmas I got my wish :) My youngest sister hinted that she had bought me something. Even though we always tell each other not to buy anything but that never happens. She told me she ordered it on-line...great clothes :( but to my delight I was very wrong! She bought me three amazing books; she'd researched the books on-line that matched my interests and she really nailed it in one.  I was so happy one of the books was even on my "to read list".

The books she got me; drum roll please... were...The Life Pi by Yann Martel, City of Bones(Mortal Instruments) by Cassandra Clare and Divergent by Veronica Roth.  The Life of Pi was recently released in the cinemas; it is a great read; definitely a classic!  City of Bones and Divergent are very different from the life of Pi but had me written all over them. Thanks Sis.

City of bones is a fantasy novel, sporting shadow hunters and all things mysterious. It's soon to be released in the cinemas this summer featuring our very own Robert Sheehan, Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Aidan Turner; so get your hands on the book before it gets out.  Divergent was my favourite out of them all...love, love, loved it! Basically to sum it up it's kind of like a caste system (not really but it's the easiest way to describe it) but you decide your caste. If you pass the tests you're in but if you fail you're out and caste-less. The characters are excellent, it's full of adventure and an unbelievable ending that sets the bar for the next book; which I can't wait to read.  First I must get through my own mountain of books before I buy another book!

City of Bones

Divergent

Life of Pi

Sookie Stackhouse Novels by Charlaine Harris

True Blood

Hello fellow book lovers,

This is my first blog post so here it goes...

I've been reading the Sookie Stackhouse Novels the past few years now and all I have to say is they are great! My sister annoyed me so much about the True blood series, I watched them to keep her happy but secretly I fell in love with it which is why I started reading the books.

The books were similar towards the series at the start but as the series went on I feel it drifted from the books, but hey that's not such a bad thing; now I get to enjoy two different stories.

The books are very easy, enjoyable and quick to read. It's fun filled with humour, drama and the all important romance; with strong characters you fall in love with. If you have never heard of True blood or the Sookies Stackhouse Novels, they would really suit people who love fantasy especially with vampires and werewolves thrown into the mixture.

There is 13 books so far and I'm just about finished All Together Dead.  I try to read other books between them to make the series last longer.

Well I hope you liked my blog post.

Blog soon J