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Trying something new for March! I’ve never pre-picked my reading choices before, but I know it’s a popular idea. My method has always been to browse my books and see what jumps out. I’ve rarely fallen into a reading slump this way, but I’m thinking it may be fun to change things up. I can’t promise that I will stick to this pile, but I’m going to try! Here’s what I’ve picked out to read in March:
FOR LENT // Life of Christ by Fulton J. Sheen
For Lent this year, I have decided to read through Archbishop Sheen’s Life of Christ. I divided up the chapters to last me until Holy Saturday, so I’ll only really get halfway before the end of March. (I have a post about my reading plan coming soon.)
MYSTERY // The Likeness by Tana French
Can’t wait to dive into the next book in the Dublin Murder Squad series!
MEMOIR // My Life in France by Julia Child
I found a copy of My Life in France at the thrift store – for $1, woo! I’ve always been a little fascinated by Julia Child, so I’m excited to read about her life.
MODERN CLASSIC // The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene
I started with this one on March 1st and am already almost halfway through. So far, I would describe The Power and the Glory as really sad. Even though it was written in 1940, I’m finding it really thought-provoking, especially with the current crisis in the Church right now.
MEDICAL NON-FICTION // Complications by Atul Gawande
I have so much respect for the honesty of this surgeon. Looking forward to this one! (Also available at Book Outlet here.)
Do you make a monthly TBR list? What’s on yours for March?
Joy says
Am giving up reading fiction for Lent (except when reading to kids) and so in March I'm reading Orthodoxy by Chesterton, Untangled by Lisa Damour, and the biography of St. Edmund Campion by Evelyn Waugh.
Ashley says
Ooh, I love that idea for Lent! You've got my wheels turning – I may have to copy you!
M. T. says
I love seeing what you are reading —gives me ideas! I LOVE graham Greene so much. So much sadness and sordidness yet so much hope and mercy too!
Interested in Complications and would like to incorporate more non fiction into my reading life. 🙂 thanks for posting!
Ashley says
I'm so glad it's helpful! I love seeing what others are reading too.