Rite of Fancy

A short summary of the book El Narco: The why behind the rise of the Mexican Cartels. My favorite Ioan Grillo quote from the book: "The story of the rise of El Narco is also the story of Mexican journalist who risks their lives to cover it." Questions to ponder while reading El Narco: How do we curb demand? How do we bring justice? My thoughts about El Narco: An in-depth look at OUR crises. The carnage is horrific. We are not handling the problem appropriately. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sp...

A short summary of Survivors in Mexico: Rebecca's observations in Mexico. My favorite Rebecca West quote from the book: "Life out to be a struggle of desires toward adventures whose nobility will fertilize the soul." Questions to ponder while reading Survivors in Mexico: Is any country easily explained? Did you find the culture as fascinating as I did? My thoughts on Survivors in Mexico: Entertaining observations. Rich in character exploration. I wish she had gotten to finish the book. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my wo...

A short summary of The Lost World: A gentleman's jilted adventure into the land that time forgot. My favorite Sir Arthur Conan Doyle quote from the book: "There are times, young fellah, when every one of us must make a stand for human right and justice, or you never feel clean again." Questions to ponder while reading The Lost World: How do you cope with a breakup? What makes a people civilized? My thoughts on The Lost World: A pre-Jurassic Park dinosaur tale. A fun book by a fun author. Biases abound within the book. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? ...

A short summary of The Gift of the Magi: The cost of buying the perfect gift. My favorite O. Henry quote from the book: " O all who give and receive gifts, such as they are wisest. Everywhere they are wisest. They are the magi." Questions to ponder while reading The Gift of the Magi: What would you give up for someone you love? What is your greatest treasure? My review of The Gift of the Magi: One of my favorite Christmas stories ever. Something to read over and over. I sniffle every time I read it. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider sup...

A short summary of Americanah: A Nigerian's American experience. My favorite Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie quote from the book: "Did things begin to exist only when they were named?" Questions to ponder while reading the book: Do you allow ethnicity to affect your interactions? How long does it take you to do your hair? My review of the book Americanah: I *devoured* the book. The blog posts are fabulous. That women of color are slighted for wearing their hair natural  or braided is absurd and needs to stop immediately! **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my p...

A short summary of The Girl on the Train: An alcoholic missing person mystery. My favorite Paula Hawkins quote from the book: "You don't have to be afraid of being alone." Questions to ponder while reading The Girl on the Train: How is your memory? Do you drink? My review of The Girl on the Train: It was a fun little mystery to read. Self-control is hard but necessary. I can't believe I loved a book but hated EVERY SINGLE CHARACTER. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by b...