Summer reads

Since the stroke I've been determined to improve my concentration. I couldn't think of a better or more enjoyable way to do that than to read some good books. I thought I would share some of them with you and at the same time support some local authors because it just so happens that each of these books were written by people from Utah.

“The Earthsoul Prophesies” by Greg Park: This is a fantasy series that I really enjoyed. It was full of suspense and really fun to read. I’m often hesitant to read fantasy novels but I’m glad I pushed through the first few chapters because after that I was addicted. So far there are 3 books in the series and they just get better as you go. I’m very excited for the next one to come out!

“To Destroy You Is No Loss” By JoAn D. Criddle. I was required to read this book for one of my classes and was amazed by the story. It's written as a first person narrative, but is actually a biography. It’s about a family’s experiences during the Cambodian genocide. This is one of those books that stay with you long after you finish reading it. I was inspired by the strength and love this family demonstrated despite all of the horrible things that happened to them. Just to give you fair warning this story was definitely inspirational but it was also one of the saddest stories I have ever read I wouldn't recommend it for everyone.

“Matched” By Ally Condie This was an entertaining and undemanding read. It was a great book to kill an hour with or take on vacation. It is about a dystopian society which is of course a familiar subject but it had its own quirks that kept me interested. The next one comes out this fall and I’m sure I'll read it.

So there you go some cools books by some talented Utah authors. (all images found on google.com)