Welcome to another Tuesday celebrating bookish events, from Tuesday/First Chapter/Intros, hosted by Bibliophile by the Sea; and Teaser Tuesdays hosted by A Daily Rhythm.
Today’s featured book has been resting on Pippa, my Kindle, for a while. It is from an author I have enjoyed, so I am eager to now begin. One Moment, One Morning, is from Sarah Rayner.
Intro: (Monday) (07:58)
Lou is pretending to be asleep, but out of the corner of her eye she is watching the woman opposite put on her make-up. She always finds it fascinating, watching other women do this, constructing themselves, on the train. Lou never wears make-up, really, other than for very special occasions, and although she can understand it saves time, she finds it odd—choosing to make the transformation from private to public persona whilst commuting. It takes away the mystery, covering the blemishes, thickening the lashes, widening the eyes, plumping the cheeks, surrounded by people. And on the seven forty-four to Victoria, Lou is surrounded by people: most of them silent; many of them asleep, or at least dozing; some of them reading, and a few, a minority, chatting.
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Teaser: The kettle has come to a boil. Absently Lou fishes for a tea bag, puts it in a mug, pours the water. As she does so, she considers: how do these events cast light on the way she herself lives? Does she know who she is? Do others? (p. 65).
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Blurb: The Brighton to London line. The 7:44 am train. Cars packed with commuters. One woman occupies her time observing the people around her. Opposite, a girl puts on her make-up. Across the aisle, a husband strokes his wife’s hand. Further along, another woman flicks through a glossy magazine. Then, abruptly, everything changes: a man collapses, the train is stopped, and an ambulance is called.
For at least three passengers on the 7:44 on that particular morning, life will never be the same again. There’s Lou, in an adjacent seat, who witnesses events first hand. Anna, who’s sitting further up the train, impatient to get to work. And Karen, the man’s wife.
Telling the story of the week following that fateful train journey, One Moment, One Morning is a stunning novel about love and loss, about family and – above all- friendship. A stark reminder that, sometimes, one moment is all it takes to shatter everything. Yet it also reminds us that somehow, despite it all, life can and does go on.
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What do you think? Would you keep reading? I know that I am intrigued.
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What a pretty cover! I like the introduction and teaser you shared as well. Like you, I am intrigued.
I know all too well how one event can change everything. How devestating it can be. And how life must go on.
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I fell in love with that cover, Wendy….and I am enjoying the book so far. And yes, it is one of life’s cruel tricks that everything can change on a dime. Thanks for stopping by.
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This sounds like it’s one of those books that will stay with you long after you read it. I’m adding it to my Kindle right now!
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Yes, I agree, Sandra, and I am enjoying it so far. Thanks for stopping by, and I’m eager to check out your book.
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I am in total sync with the narrator on the subject of public make-up application. Aside from that, I like the premise of the book. I’d keep reading.
(Thank you for the change in print color. It is much easier for me to read as there is good contrast between the printing and the background.)
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Thanks, Margot, and this blog theme does seem more comfortable, doesn’t it?
I enjoyed that section when the character so thoroughly observed the other passenger’s make-up session.
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I’ve read this one and really enjoyed it. I think that opening sets the scene so well, it is really engaging.
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Thanks, Cleopatra, and I agree. I was immersed in the story right away. Glad you enjoyed the book.
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I would read on. This one sounds interesting and thought-provoking.
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Thanks, Judy, and I think it will be. Glad you could stop by.
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Sounds like my kind of read. I am putting it on my TBR list immediately!
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Thanks, Catherine…I am amazed by how many of my new favorite authors are English, with those lovely settings I have never seen, but which feel familiar now.
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I loved the opening paragraph because it’s something my dad has often commented on during his commute to inner London! I can totally see why you’d be eager to start this one 🙂 Books like these, which have multiple narrators who all seem to turn around one moment, always fascinate me because they’re often quite intricate! I hope you enjoy it! Thanks for sharing 🙂 I hope you have a great week!
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Thanks, Juli, and I loved how I could feel inside the world of the characters, almost as if I was on that passenger train.
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You named your Kindle. Too sweet! Luv the name too. Feels like fall here.:)
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Ah, yes, I do name my devices, Hattie…thanks for stopping by. (Pippa, my Paperwhite Kindle).
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I don’t think this one’s for me, but hope you enjoy it!
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Thanks, Sarah, glad you could stop by.
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Seems the main character does a lot of observing of people, something I like to do myself. I’d keep reading.
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Yes, I love to “people watch” too. Thanks for stopping by, Harvee.
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This sounds really good and I love the cover.
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Thanks, Sheila, I love it too!
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I love the cover, too, and I love the intro. I would keep reading!
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Me, too, Monica…I love stacks of teacups, as you might have surmised from my Teaser logo…LOL.
Thanks for stopping by.
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Oh, I think this one sounds very good. In fact, I’m going to go see if my library has it. Loved the part about watching the woman put on make-up. At least she wasn’t driving and putting it on. And the man collapsing – sad. I’d keep reading!
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Yes, I was caught up in the “watcher” and stunned by the heart attack. Thanks for stopping by, Kay.
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LOL, I must read too many murder mysteries, because I thought for sure someone was going to be murdered on the train. Thanks for stopping by mine for Deep Pockets.
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Yes, that would have been my first guess, too, Dagny…and I do read a lot of murder mysteries. Thanks for stopping by.
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I’d keep reading. I’m a people watcher so that’s what caught my attention most.
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So am I, Vicki. Thanks for stopping by.
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Ooh I’ve never heard of this author before but I love this writing and the blurb sounds like it has the potential be a really good story. And I am definitely the girl doing her make on the train – every day ha, I like to save time 🙂 Thanks for sharing, I’m going to look into this one.
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I first discovered her by reading one of her books from Amazon Vine. A great place to find and try new authors. Thanks for stopping by, Emma.
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Sounds interesting, thanks! for sharing.
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Thanks for stopping by, Mary Ann…enjoy your reading!
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Definitely curious for a bit more, sounds like it has potential.
What happened to “Sparky” the Kindle, replaced by “Pippa”?
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Ah, yes, Sparky…when I upgraded to my Paperwhite (Pippa), I gave Sparky to my 12-year-old grandson. It’s never too early to hook him on e-books. Thanks for stopping by, Diane.
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This sounds really really good.
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Thanks, Yvonne, I am enjoying it. Glad you could stop by.
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Such a lovely cover and great title. I’m curious after reading your tease.
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Thanks, Laura, and I am loving the book. Glad you could stop by.
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Finding out who we are isn’t always easy. I think I know more or less now, but when I was younger, it was much harder.
I agree with Laura, the cover is gorgeous! And also: tea!!
Have a fantastic day, Laurel-Rain 🙂
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Thanks, Lexxie, and I am happy about that aspect of getting older…it is finally possible to really know who we are!
I’m glad you could stop by…enjoy your week.
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This sounds really good to me, Laurel; I would definitely keep reading, and I love this cover, too!
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I am loving the book, Tara…thanks for stopping by.
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Laurel, Yes, it sounds like a good premise. Hope you enjoy it. Here’s Mine
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I am finding it hard to put down, Paulita….thanks for stopping by.
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Love this intro! I’d defo keep reading!
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Thanks, Sonia…and I am loving this book!
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