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Mailbox Monday (50)

It's time for Mailbox Monday again!

Whew!  I think I'm getting to the point where I'm slightly overwhelmed by how many books I have to read.  Between the library and buying books, I kind of have a lot right now. Hopefully I can find some time to get through them all!

Purchased (for nook):


The Duchess by Amanda Foreman

For Review (from HFBVT):






From the Library:
 


What books did you pick up this week?
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  1. Mary (Bookfan)August 2, 2015 at 9:15 PM

    Nice mix of books - I understand the overwhelmed feeling!

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  2. CherylAugust 2, 2015 at 11:47 PM

    I understand what you're saying. My reading time is so much less than it used to be. Hope you get a chance to read these soon.

    http://www.thebusymomsdaily.com/2015/08/mailbox-monday-august-3.html

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  3. The Reading DateAugust 3, 2015 at 12:37 AM

    We are Sisters of Versailles twins this week! I go through periods of feeling overwhelmed by books too.That's when I start donating and rearranging my bookshelves- it helps! I'm intrigued by One & Only since I have one of those. Enjoy all your new reads!

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  4. ElizabethAugust 3, 2015 at 6:52 AM

    I am still thinking about if I want to read THE SISTERS OF VERSAILLES.

    ENJOY when you read it.

    Have a wonderful reading week.

    Elizabeth
    Silver's Reviews
    My Mailbox Monday

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  5. bermudaonionAugust 3, 2015 at 7:27 AM

    I know the feeling! It makes it hard to choose your next book. I bet The Sisters of Versailles is really good.

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  6. AnonymousAugust 3, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    I can understand the overwhelming feeling! You got a good set of books with you! Hope you have a great week.

    Mailbox Monday #2

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  7. AnonymousAugust 3, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    These all look good, but I'm especially curious about Ravensbruck. Enjoy your new books!

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  8. Laurel-Rain SnowAugust 3, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    I loved The Liar...enjoy your new books and the new week; thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  9. Angela - BookauntAugust 3, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    I am in the same boat as you with the overwhelming feeling of the books I am getting. I see a couple of books on your list that I would like

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  10. Harvee44August 3, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Am looking forward to reading The Sisters of Versailles.

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  11. SerenaAugust 4, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    Happy reading this week

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