Many of you know that I LOVED Between Shades of Gray.
When I heard that Ruta Sepetys had a new book out called Out of the Easy, I was intrigued and excited.
When I heard that Book People was hosting her at a book signing, I became fangirl ecstatic.
So I went. I gushed. I bought goodies.
I've got some videos for you. Perhaps. Still not the best since I just don't get this video on an iphone thing. Oh wells. I hope you like anyway.
On her mischaracterization of the 1950s and the inspiration for Out of the Easy.
Oh too cool! How exciting!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting video too. I didn't want it to end. I find I want to hear more about her parent's experience too.
She tells so much more. Her parents' experience was so enthralling it didn't seem real.
DeleteI was going to pass on this one, but I'm thinking after this I might try it. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteShe has a very simple writing style that has high impact. I've yet to start this one but I have high hopes and I've been hearing great things.
DeleteLOL
ReplyDeleteI love the gifs you used!!
*hugs*
Believe it or not, those are my first gifs EVER!
DeleteOh, I am so jealous you got to meet her ! I am reading Out of Easy right now and I'm really enjoying it. I have to keep that second GIF handy for when something amazing happens !
ReplyDeleteI haven't started it yet. I'll probably pick it up in the next read-a-thon. I want to savor it.
DeleteThat is so cool!
ReplyDeleteLOL!
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DeleteLol - I like how you decided to shake things up with the GIFs. :) And awesome job with the video! I've never thought to do that but there's a Julie James signing next week and I may have to follow your example.
ReplyDeleteOn a separate note, my mom's book club just read this one and she can't stop talking about it. I've had so many students read it too that I know I am way overdue for a read.
I'm planning on reading it at the next readathon. I'm super excited. The GIFs just grabbed me. Lol. They are addictive so I have to use with moderation.
DeleteI have yet to read anything by this author, but I know I must, because everything I hear is so flail-y and good!
ReplyDeleteShe's great at creating a lasting impact.
DeleteI'm so jealous! I've read both of her books and loved them.
ReplyDeleteOh I haven't gotten to the second yet. I'm kind of saving it for a moment, you know.
DeleteLove your happy graphic!
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