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Beach Reads

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Real Estate Agent with Associate Broker, Momentum Realty

I am at the beach with 2 of my children (minus husband and oldest daughter who had work obligations). This is the perfect time for me to plow through some summer reading. 

Usually while I am at the beach, I like to read several novels (which ideally do not require much of me and still allow me to glance up periodically to check on the kids in the ocean) and one more 'serious' book. I am not much for non-fiction in my down time, so they are almost always novels or biographies.

I just finished a novel that was PERFECT beach reading: The Practice of Deceit by Elizabeth Benedict.  This book was quick & compelling which are two important characteristics in my definition of beach reading. I got it at the library, so I am not sure if it is out in paperback.

My serious book this time (maybe) is 1776 by David McCullough. I think I might start it this evening.

I would love to hear what you have planned for your summer vacation reading.

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Susan Mangigian
RE/MAX Preferred - West Chester, PA
Chester & Delaware County Homes, Delaware and Ches

Hi Holly!  I was at the beach the same time you were!  For two weeks.  I read 7 or 8 books.  The best one, was Betrayal by John Lescroart.  My second favorite, and only because it only took a day was Janet Evanovich's new Stephanie Plum.  If you haven't read this series, buy One for the Money!  They are so much fun to read!

Jul 19, 2008 10:44 PM
Holly Weatherwax
Associate Broker, Momentum Realty - Reston, VA
A Great Real Estate Experience

Thanks for your comments, Susan, I always enjoy your recommendations. Alas, I did not get through 1776...I started it, but never got in to it. I will save it for another time.

I got to be there for 2 weeks, too. Where were you? We were in the Outer Banks of N.C.

Jul 23, 2008 08:59 AM
Sallie Williams
Keller Williams Realty RED STICK PARTNERS - Baton Rouge, LA
REALTOR - MBA, Baton Rouge

Hi Holly, I'm glad you mentioned 1776.  That's another book that would fit right into my interest in genealogy.  On my last vacation I found Damn Dutch at a bookstore in Pennsylvania.  It's about the Pennsylvania Duth and German-Americans and their importance in the Civil War.  And since my family background is PA Dutch, it was very interesting.  I'm going to put 1776 on my list of books to read.  Thanks.

Jul 26, 2008 07:20 AM
Holly Weatherwax
Associate Broker, Momentum Realty - Reston, VA
A Great Real Estate Experience

Glad to help, Sallie. Of course, now I should follow my own advice and put down my trashy summer beach reads and pick back up 1776!!

Jul 30, 2008 04:33 AM
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