It's the weekend once more. That means it's time for my book-blogger hopping.
If you could take the place of any fictional character, who would it be and why?
That's a tough one, because there are so many I could choose, depending on my mood. Therefore, I will just go with the first that comes to mind: Adele in the Vampire Empire series, because she kicks ass and gets to date a vampire. If you could take the place of any fictional character, who would it be and why?
Opening sentence:The funeral is supposed to be a quiet affair, for the deceased had no friends.
From page 56:
In daylight, it now seems ridiculous, but the rules of this house are written in water. I must either sink or swim, Nella thinks.
Jessie Burton
On an autumn day in 1686, eighteen-year-old Nella Oortman arrives at a grand house in Amsterdam to begin her new life as the wife of wealthy merchant Johannes Brandt. Though curiously distant, he presents her with an extraordinary wedding gift; a cabinet-sized replica of their home. It is to be furnished by an elusive miniaturist, whose tiny creations ring eerily true.
As Nella uncovers the secrets of her new household, she realises the escalating dangers they face. The miniaturist seems to hold their fate in her hands - but does she plan to save or destroy them?
I want to read this. It sounds so good. And I love the cover art!
ReplyDeleteMy Friday 56 for Sit... Stay... Beg
I thought it was excellent. I also enjoyed the TV adaptation, which is what made me then want to read the book too.
DeleteThe Miniaturist has been on my TBR list for a long time, and the opening sentence immediately go my interest. I need to read this book.
ReplyDeleteI can highly recommend it, Breana.
DeleteWhat a sad funeral that would be... if no one showed up. Sounds like that didn't happen, thankfully. Sounds like an interesting read. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteHe might have wished it had been quiet, considering the reason they showed up! Happy Weekend to you too!
DeleteOoh, I want to know what happens next! Thanks for sharing, and here's mine: “THE NIGHT VISITORS”
ReplyDeleteIt is a great read. Thanks for the visit!
DeleteInteresting a historical novel written in present tense. It looks really good.
ReplyDeleteI can definitely recommend it, Roberta.
DeleteLet me guess, the funeral WASN'T a quiet affair. I am intrigued by the cover and the title. My book---The Walk
ReplyDeleteI can highly recommend it.
DeleteSounds intriguing. This week I am spotlighting Come and Get Me by August Norman. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteIt was excellent, thanks Kathy.
DeleteThis book sounds really good. I'll have to add it to my list.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy it if you read it.
DeleteGreat snippets! Thanks for sharing! Hope you have a great weekend! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Ashley. See you next week.
DeleteOn your book blog hop answer - I had a feeling you would choose a 'hard as nails' character!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Well, I don't get to kick ass in real life! *wink*
DeleteI really enjoyed the miniseries adaptation of this and I'd like to try reading the novel as well.
ReplyDeleteCheck out my Friday post and my current giveaway
Yes, I came to it after seeing the TV version, and I can say I loved the book too.
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