I read a total of 4 books in May. One thing these novels all have in common, they are all signed first editions. Really enjoy Pete Dexter, therefore I decided to read 2 of his novels. I then ventured into Robert Stone for the first time. Finishing up the month, I read the latest by Chuck Palahniuk.
May proved to be another busy month for me. I conducted business in a total 4 different states and several different cities over the course of May: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Carlsbad, New Mexico, Odessa, Texas, San Antonio, Texas, Berkeley, California, Oakland, California, Pasadena, California, and Denver, Colorado. Yet I still found time to read, either on the plane or while neglecting sleep...sleep is overrated anyway!
May proved to be another busy month for me. I conducted business in a total 4 different states and several different cities over the course of May: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Carlsbad, New Mexico, Odessa, Texas, San Antonio, Texas, Berkeley, California, Oakland, California, Pasadena, California, and Denver, Colorado. Yet I still found time to read, either on the plane or while neglecting sleep...sleep is overrated anyway!
 | National Book Award - 1988 Signed First Printing **** Prior to this novel, I had read only 1 Pete Dexter work and that was Deadwood. Didn't take me long to realize this guy is the real deal. Amazing and gifted, with a wonderful ability to mix violence with comedy. The title character in Paris Trout is someone you utterly despise. One of the most hated antagonists I have ever come across...I seriously wanted to throat-punch him a few times. This is a gripping tale that puts a stranglehold on the deep south. |
 | 1983 (author's first novel) Signed First Printing **** I so thoroughly enjoyed Paris Trout, I just had to pick up another Pete Dexter. And boy was I not disappointed. God's Pocket is a little different, yet still reeks of the same Dexter essence with the perfect combination of violence and comedy relief. A twisted heartfelt drama about the death of a troubled young man and how the aftermath is played out, from the killer to the reporter. |
 | 1997 Signed First Printing *** May was short story month, therefore I had to read at least one collection, right? Decided to go with Robert Stone, since I do own most of his work, yet had not read any to date. Bear and His Daughter was good; but just that, good. Didn't blow me away, yet it did give me an insight into Robert Stone and I do not hesitate to read more. My favorite was the title story, although disturbing it was great. |
 | 2015 Signed First Printing **** Another short story collection to pay homage to the month, why not? I have a sort of love/hate relationship with Chuck Palahniuk. I either barely like his work or I love his work, there is no in-between for me. His first short story collection, Make Something Up...absolutely loved this! Who knew Chuck could be so subtle as opposed to in-your-face? My favorites were the quirky ones with all of the animal characters and the novella, "Inclinations". |
What did you read in May?
What are you currently reading?
Anything you recommend?
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What are you currently reading?
Anything you recommend?
Thank you and don't forget to check out my Goodreads Page!
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