Every Tuesday I host First Chapter First Paragraph Tuesday Intros where I share the first paragraph sometimes two, of a book that I'm reading or plan to read soon. ( I started this one last night and am really enjoying it so far.)
The Two-Family House; Lynda Cohen-Loigman
St. Martin's Press - 2016
Prologue
"She walked down the stairs of the old two-family house in the dark, careful not to slip. The steps were steep and uneven, hidden almost entirely beneath the snow. It had been falling rapidly for hours and there had been too much excitement going on inside the house for anyone to think about shoveling the steps for a departing midwife. Perhaps if the fathers of the two babies born had been present, they would have thought to shovel. But the storm had prevented their return, and neither had been home."
What do you think -- keep reading or pass?
(Feel free to join in this week by posting your intro below?
(Feel free to join in this week by posting your intro below?
Uh-oh, I am afraid of what's going to happen next! I do want to read this one.
ReplyDeleteIt's very addictive thus far.
DeleteRead this one recently with one of my book clubs. It was just an okay read for me, but several of the other members liked it much more than I did. Hope you enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteReally? I'm enjoying it a lot so far.
DeleteOh two babies born at once, snow and stranded fathers - yes, I'm hooked.
ReplyDeleteGlad the intro appealed to you Cleo.
DeleteOh, this is a fascinating beginning! The picture created by the author is very vivid in my mind. I would definitely keep reading! And I'm adding this one to my Goodreads shelves! Thanks for sharing!! : )
ReplyDeleteThe reviews have been very good so far.
DeleteTwo babies, two fathers? I'm intrigued and would keep reading.
ReplyDeleteI am curious if a bomb will drop some time soon LOL
DeleteWill the midwife slip? I'd read on to find out more.
ReplyDeleteLOL -
DeleteI've been on hold for a while at the library for this one. Keep reading!
ReplyDeleteGlad the intro appealed to you so far.
DeleteThis has been on my radar -- the opening is great! I'd keep going.
ReplyDeleteI think it will be popular and the author was born and raised close to where I was as well.
DeleteI would keep reading! I've been eyeing this book ever since it arrived in the store. I like the cover art, too.
ReplyDeleteI'll be curious to hear your thoughts if you read it Les.
DeleteThe cover alone makes me want to read it. I liked the intro too.
ReplyDeleteI adore that cover as well.
DeleteGood prologue opener for sure - glad you're enjoying it ..
ReplyDeleteYes, it is very good.
DeleteI have this book on my to-read list. And now I like the feel of this prologue. I want more.
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying the writing so far Margot.
DeleteI would definitely read this one! What a hook!
ReplyDeleteCharlie, I'm glad the intro appealed to you.
DeleteYes, I would want to keep reading!
ReplyDeleteMiss Cellany.
Glad you enjoyed the intro. It's very good so far.
DeleteOoh this is a very intriguing intro, I definitely want to keep reading to see what's going to happen! Thanks for sharing and hosting :)
ReplyDeleteJuli @ Universe in Words
Juli, I'm so curious how this will turn out. Addictive so far.
DeleteThe opening draws me in. Sounds like a good story!
ReplyDeleteDiane, I will be on a short blogging break.
I really am enjoying this one.
DeleteI added this one to my to-read shelf based on reviews I have read. So I intend to read it this year I hope. Now that I have read the prologue paragraph, I may have to bump it up closer to the top of my list. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGlad the intro appealed to you Judy.
DeleteI think it would have wide appeal among readers.
ReplyDeleteThat one didn't grab me for some reason.
ReplyDeleteI really like the cover of this book and I like the opening so it's one I would check out!
ReplyDeleteI almost shared this book too. Looking forward to reading it.
ReplyDeleteAll the elements of a good mystery. Its a yes from me.
ReplyDeleteI do like a midwife story.
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