Tomorrow marks one of the most important days of the entire year to me – Veterans Day. I find it hard to wish someone a “happy Veterans Day” because the need to have veterans in the first place is a reminder that our world is not “happy”. I have been a long supporter of our armed forces and their families though – recent generations of these men and women have chosen to put their lives on the line for us every day. They put their goals and ambitions on hold in some cases to serve their country and many come home with injuries, both visible and invisible that will direct their lives forever.
This week, we are honoring our veterans by reading books with military characters. I chose the next in the Jack Ryan series which features both American and Russian military characters. If you are looking for ways you can support our veterans by more than just reading a book, I encourage you to visit www.VFW.org to find out more about the programs offered by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and help support their cause.
Here’s the books I’m looking forward to discussing with you this week. Grab your copies of these books by clicking the images below:
RWL Reading Challenge – Week 46: Military Character
The Cardinal of the Kremlin
by Tom Clancy
Posting on Monday, November 11th
If you’ve followed the site long, you’ll know that I love the Jack Ryan universe. When I realized I had this prompt coming up, my mind immediately went to the series. Each book usually features a military main character and a host of other “civil servants” and intelligence officers. Originally published in 1988, this book pulls on the battle between Russia and the US to be the first to accomplish science and space feats.
Here’s some other great books that would work for this prompt in popular genres:
- Bestseller: Band of Brothers, Stephen E Ambrose
- General Fiction: A Farewell to Arms, Ernest Hemmingway
- Romance: Great and Precious Things, Rebecca Yarros
- Thriller: The Jack Ryan series, Tom Clancy et. al.
- Nonfiction: Thank You for Your Service, David Finkel
- Kids: I Miss You!, Beth Andrews & Hawley Wright
Top 10 Road Trip Reading Accessories
Posting on Wednesday, November 13th
It’s the season of road trips to see family for the holidays. I’m running through the top 10 things I pack to help me read.
US States Challenge – Week 46: Virginia
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
by Jenny Han
Posting on Thursday, November 14th
This was recommended to me by a friend last year and I put it off. It’s not my typical read, but I really liked it!
Here’s some other great books that would work for this prompt in popular genres:
- Bestseller: Hidden Figures, Margot Lee Shetterly
- General Fiction: Gods and Generals, Jeff Shaara
- Romance: Big Stone Gap, Adriana Trigiani
- Thriller: Absolute Power, David Baldacci
- Nonfiction: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, Rebecca Skloot
- Kids: Bridge to Terabithia, Katherine Patterson & Donna Diamond
Rotating Posts – Week 46: Nonfiction
James Monroe: A republican champion
by Brook Poston
Posting on Saturday, November 16th
I am still making my way through works about our 5th president and found this one included in my Audible Plus subscription. I am just starting it today and I’ll let you know my full review later this week!
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What I’m Reading
- Current print book: Virgin River, Robyn Carr
- Current audio book: James Monroe: A republic champion, Brook Poston
- Book I’m most looking forward to: The Cold Dish, Craig Johnson
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