This month’s host is Library of Clean Reads
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Madame Tussaud: A Novel of the French Revolution by Michelle Moran
For review from the author:
In this deft historical novel, Madame Tussaud (1761-1850) escapes the pages of trivia quizzes to become a real person far more arresting than even her waxwork sculptures. Who among us knew, for instance, that she moved freely through the royal court of Louis XVI, only to become a prisoner of the Reign of Terror? Her head was shaven for guillotining, but she escaped execution, though she was forced to make death masks for prominent victims. Novelist Michelle Moran covers this breathtaking period without losing the thread of its subject’s singular story.
I bought: Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand
On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. It was that of a young lieutenant, the plane’s bombardier, who was struggling to a life raft and pulling himself aboard. So began one of the most extraordinary odysseys of the Second World War.
What was in your mailbox?
I love historical fiction but for some reason I tend to stay away from this period. Maybe its because I had an awful French History prof. in university, OR maybe its because I just haven’t found the right book – I’ll have to check this out!
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Unbroken sounds like a great read – it’s on my list as of right now. Anything with WWII is like a magnet for me. I hope you love it! Happy Sunday and Valentines day tomorrow.
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Those should both be fabulous!
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I am crossing my fingers to win this one!!!! My mailbox is also up.
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I’ve heard raves about Unbroken and it’s on my list! Enjoy.
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You have a great mailbox. I want to read Unbroken very much. And since Michelle is on the same imprint I am, I’m rooting for her book, too! XO
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I am gonna start Madame T, and I can’t wait. Moran is just such a wonderful writer
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Ooh you got Madame Tussaud, can’t wait to hear what you think of it!
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Madame Tussaud is on my wish list, and Unbroken sounds great. Enjoy your new books!
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Frothing at the mouth… you got MADAME TUSSAUD!
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH dying of jealousy! I’ll be living it vicariously through you… remember that when you read it… I’ll be there too… ok … not in stalker tradition with a restraining order… rather.. telepathically?? Yes I am so BIZARRE O! Humour me… just say YES ;P
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Liking both of these… Unbroken is one that I will read for sure in 2011 !! Enjoy! 😀
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I’ve heard a lot of rave reviews of Unbroken. Looks like an enjoyable book!
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I’ve had my eye on both of these! Hope you enjoy them.
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I’ve got Madame Tussaud, too, and can’t wait to read it! Hope you enjoy Unbroken. It’s supposed to be a winner! Here’s my Mailbox.
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I just finished reading A Royal Likeness where Mme Tussaud plays a prominent role and I loved learning about her waxworks and exhibitions!
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I didn’t know much about Madame Tussaud until I read The Queen’s Dollmaker, which was totally fictional, but Madame Tussaud appeared in it. I’m looking forward to this book by Michelle Moran!
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Both of these books sound great. I’m adding Unbroken to my ever expanding list.
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You will love Unbroken, Mary. I am curious about Madame Tussaud….enjoy them all.
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Thanks for the info Mary on Groupon. I didn’t realize you had to “buy” them. I’ll now feel better about checking them out.
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Wonderful mailbox! I also got a copy of Moran’s latest and am so excited to read it! I think I need to get my hands on a copy of Unbroken – I keep hearing great things about that book!
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I received Moran’s book as well and cannot wait to read it.
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here’s mine http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2011/02/mailbox-monday-human-bobby.html
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I’ve heard good things about both these books – I think you are in luck!
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Each time I see the Madame Tussaud book, I am more intrigued! Unbroken also sounds good, I keep hearing about it.
Enjoy your reading!
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I’ve heard wonderful things about Unbroken — hope you enjoy it!
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They both sound great — enjoy!
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Unbroken is on my list!
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I’ve seen Madame Tussaud mentioned all over the blog world – it looks really good! Enjoy your new books!
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Madame Tussaud keeps popping up everywhere and I’m so jealous of everyone who’s gotten it! I’ll look forward to seeing your review. 2 Kids and Tired Books
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I also got Madame Tussaud and can’t wait to read it. I hadn’t heard of Unbroken but it sounds so interesting. I look forward to your thoughts on both books. Enjoy!
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I have Madame Tussaud, and Diane keeps recommending Unbroken so I hope to read that one, too. Looking forward to your thoughts.
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I can’t wait ti read Madame Tussaud! I’ll be watching for your thoughts on Unbroken. I’ve been thinking of buying it.
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I really need to get my hands on a copy of Madame Tussaud. Enjoy your books!
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I’m really looking forward to reading Unbroken!
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