Five Days Left; Julie Lawson Timmer
Amy Einhorn Books/Putnam - 2014
1. Mara
"MARA HAD CHOSEN THE METHOD LONG AGO: PILLS, VODKA AND CARBON MONOXIDE. A 'garage cocktail', she called it. The name sounded almost elegant, and sometimes, when she said it out loud, she could make herself believe it wasn't horrifying.
It would still be horrific for Tom, though, and she hated herself for that. She would rather do it without leaving a body for him. But as much as she'd love to spare him from being the one to discover her, she knew not letting him find her would be worse. And at least this was the tidiest option. He could have someone come and take her car away. Fill her side of the garage with something else, to block the image. Bikes, maybe. Gardening supplies."
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Oh, this one sounds good! I wonder why she is trying to kill herself....
ReplyDeleteI don't know what's going on, but hope to start this one this weekend. I think I will like it though.
DeleteI love this one! The first paragraph sounds intriguing indeed. I'll try to look out for it. Have a great week, Diane!
ReplyDeleteThanks Deasy - hope you are having a good one as well.
DeleteThis does sound sad - and horrifying. She seems to be viewing herself as some sort of object that needs tidying away.I'm wondering if she will actually kill herself.
ReplyDeleteI know Margaret, I can't wait to try this one.
DeleteI like the opening paragraph. I would keep reading. Thanks for hosting First Paragraph!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome Pat - hope you are having a great week.
DeleteWell, it's an Amy Einhorn book! Of course I'd be reading.
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the truth?
DeleteThis one grabs you right in. Sounds like an emotional read.
ReplyDeleteDoesn't it? I am ready for it.
DeleteI've heard this one is a tear jerker....I'd definitely keep reading!
ReplyDeleteCurious to start this and learn when she is planning on killing herself.
DeleteI read this one recently! Once I started I could no put it down!
ReplyDeleteKim, I am so happy to hear this. I think I will love it as well.
DeleteIt sounds sad, but Amy Einhorn books are always excellent... so, yes!
ReplyDeleteI like a dose of sad now and then.
DeleteI'm planning to read this one . . . hope you enjoy it!
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Hope you'll enjoy it Catherine.
DeleteI had never thought about that, weighing which was worse, finding the dead body or never finding the person. Awful choice to have to make. I'd keep reading.
ReplyDeleteI never thought about it either until now, but I would prefer to find the body -- not knowing must be so much worse.
DeleteThis is one of those beginnings that has me asking all kinds of questions, so I'd have to keep reading!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean Monica.
DeleteSuch a melancholy beginning, but I've already decided based on its blurb to read it when I am able to get it.
ReplyDeleteRita -- wise decision, I'm thinking.
DeleteChilling opening. I'd keep reading to find out if she actually did commit suicide or if she overcame her problems.
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I know - can't wait to start it.
DeleteSad opening. Not for me.
ReplyDeleteohhh...sorry
DeleteWow. Sounds like my kind of book. Girl Who Reads
ReplyDeleteMe too, Donna.
DeleteI hope things aren't what they seem. An Amy Einhorn book is sure to be a winner, so I think I can give it a try.
ReplyDeleteI like her imprint a lot as well.
DeleteDang, I feel sorry for her!
ReplyDeleteI know - wondering what's up - haven't started it yet.
DeleteI think it's a great take off. I would love to read it.
ReplyDeleteIt really does draw you in.
DeleteHow sad! And how horrible for her husband. It is an intriguing intro. I would keep reading.
ReplyDeleteI think it will be a winner with me. I need emotional reads from time to time.
DeleteIt certainly grabs the attention. Being an Amy Einhorn book, I'm in.
ReplyDeleteI loved the intro as well.
DeleteI don''t think I could read having recently dealt with the effects of someone close to me committing suicide. It is hard to deal with when you are the ones left behind. That's a tough subject. Thanks so much for stopping by. Have a nice week! kelley—the road goes ever ever on
ReplyDeleteI've read this one, and can attest to the fact that it is well worth reading. It is sad, but I was completely engrossed in Mara's story.
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